Diwali

Festival of Light
 What is Diwalii

Diwali, or Dipawali, is India’s biggest and most important

holiday of the year. Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is
a major holiday signifying the victory of light over dark, good
over evil, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair.The
festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa)
that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner
light that protects us from spiritual darkness.
 Background of The Holiday
Historically, the origin of Diwali can be traced back to ancient India,
when it was probably an harvest festival. However, there are various
legends pointing to the origin of Diwali or 'Deepawali.' Some believe it to be
the celebration of the marriage of Lakshmi with Lord Vishnu. Whereas in
Bengal the festival is dedicated to the worship of Mother Kali, the dark
goddess of strength.
 When is celebrate?
Diwali, celebrated in October or November each
year, originated as a harvest festival that marked the
last harvest of the year before winter. This year, it will
fall on Sunday, October 30.
 Where is celebrate

Diwali is celebrated around the world, mostly in india.

 How to celebrate?
Families mark Diwali with a five-day celebration, and
share sweets and gifts with neighbors and friends.
Traditional earthen candles called diyas are lit, and homes
are decorated with colorful lights and rangoli – patterns
created on the floor with colored rice or powder. Families
will share gifts with neighbors and friends and it is
customary to give to those in need. On the fifth day of
Diwali sisters invite their brothers for a feast of their
favorite dishes, signifying the duty of a brother to protect
his sister, as well as a sister’s blessings for her brother.
Hindus light lanterns in tribute to Lakshmi, the goddess of
wealth.