subject: Deepavali – The Joyous Festival of Lights [print this page] Deepavali is one of the most awaited of all Indian festivals. The reason for the same also lies in the underlying energy and the feelings of joy and happiness that are so much a part of this celebration. Diwali date falls every year on the day (night) of New Moon (Amavasya) in the month Kartik (according to Hindu calendar, and approximately around Oct.-Nov) following the autumnal equinox.
The Universally Loved Festival of Deepavali
This winter event is a major one, not only for Hindus, but for the entire Indian cultural fabric. Diwali can be said to be completely a people festival. And, although it was long understood to be an occasion with strong religious undertones but that is now lost over time. Deepavali has evolved and emerged as a universally acknowledged and an extravagantly celebrated occasion. People leave no stones unturned whilst preparing for Divali every year. The preparations include renovating and redecorating the whole household. The enthusiasm is not lost on anyone, be it children or youngsters or adults.
Many Facets of Divali Festival
A very integral part of Deepawali are the Diyas, Candles and Diwali Lamps and Lanterns. These are the representatives of the festival of lights since even the term Deepavali means 'deepon ki avali' or 'rows of lights'. Another essential part of this occasion is its association with Lakshmi Pujan which stands for worshiping Goddess Laxmi. She is the Goddess of worldly as well as spiritual prosperity wealth and well being. Drawing Rangolis, Cooking special Diwali Recipes including sweets and mithais, playing cards, singing songs, lighting firecrackers and exchanging Diwali gifts are all various parts of Deepavali joy.
Gift Shopping for The Winter Festivities of Divali
The gift shopping for this major calender cultural event starts many days and weeks in advance of the actual deepavali week celebrations. The reason for the same lies in the apparent zeal with which this festival is welcomed and experienced. Another reason is the multi faceted and prolonged diwali week or the five days of extended celebrations around this occasion.
Of the five days of festivities, the puja rituals are performed on the third day. The five days of deepawali celebrations are Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Lakshmi Puja on Diwali, Padwa & Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
Deepavali The Joyous Festival of Lights
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