Diwali: A Festival of Light, Hope, and Prosperity
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights. It is one of the most important and popular festivals in India, and is also celebrated by Hindus all over the world. Diwali is a five-day festival that falls on the darkest night of the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartika, which usually occurs between mid-October and mid-November. Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and light over darkness. It is also a time to celebrate the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. The five days of Diwali are: Dhanteras: The first day of Diwali is dedicated to the worship of Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and wealth, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. People on this day buy gold, silver, and other valuables to bring good luck and fortune. They also clean their homes and decorate them with diyas, rangolis, and other festive decorations. Naraka Chaturdashi: ...