Diwali

 

    

                Diwali also popularly known as “Deepavali “ is one of the most auspicious festivals of Hindus residing across the globe. Although it is considered a Hindu festival, people from different communities like Sikhs and Jains also celebrate this bright festival. Diwali falls in between mid October and mid November to be specific” Amavasya of Kartik month”. The celebration of diwali depicts the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. During diwali , people take oil baths ,wear their finest clothes , visit temples, and encage in worshiping ceremonies, get blessing from elders, partake in family feasts, share gifts and decorate interior and exterior of their homes.

                                        

                        There are various stories behind the origin of diwali. In this day the demon king “Narakasuraa” was killed by the reincarnation of “Boomidevi” (Goddess of earth) in the battle between him and “Lord Krishna” for his destructive actions. And there is another story which commemorates the return of “Lord Ram” to “Ayodhya” along with his wife “Sita”, brother “Laksman” and ardent devotee “Hanuman” after defeating the Lankan king “Ravan”. Overall this religious festival signifies the triumph of light over darkness. That is why diwali is referred as “Festival of Lights”. People light earthen oil lamps and decorate their houses with lights of different colours and sizes which glitter at their entrances and fences that makes breathtaking view. Kids love bursting fire crackers and different fire works like sparkles, rockets and peony fireworks.

                        On this propitious occasion, “Goddess Lakshmi” is worshipped by Hindus as merchants open new account books on diwali. People believe that this beautiful festival brings wealth, prosperity and success to all.

Mithurshagini Kiritheva

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