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Diwali: A Festival of Family, Friends, and Festivity

Diwali is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated with family and friends. It is a time for prayers, visiting temples, and seeking blessings for prosperity and good health. The festival is marked by the lighting of diyas, the making of rangoli, the enjoyment of sweets and snacks, and the excitement of firecrackers. Let's celebrate the joyous occasion of Diwali together!

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Diwali: A Festival of Family, Friends, and Festivity

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  1. Diwali Toolkit Wednesday, November 11, 2015

  2. Namaste is a traditional Hindu greeting based on the belief that each one of us is a part of God or the Divine. 

  3. Diyas symbolize the knowledge that destroys negative traits such as anger, jealousy, greed, fear or suffering.

  4. Diwali is a time for Hindus to visit the temple and pray for the wellbeing of their family and friends….and for peace for all living beings in this world.

  5. Rangoli, made of colored powder, dry grains and/or flowers, adorns the doorstep to welcome guests with honor. Diwali is a season for visiting with friends and family.

  6. Sweets, or mithais,are enjoyed during Diwali. 

  7. Savory snacks, like samosas, are also relished to the last crumb. 

  8. New clothing is worn to pay respect to Goddess Lakshmi for blessings of prosperity, good health and good fortune.

  9. Traditional dances add to the festivities.

  10. In addition to diyas, firecrackers light up the streets.

  11. Diwali means family, friends, fun, food, festivity, and firecrackers. Happy Diwali!

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