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Festival of Lights

Festival of Lights. When is Diwali in 2015? Diwali date changes every year as the date is selected according to the position of the moon. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Thursday, October 23 rd.

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Festival of Lights

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  1. Festival of Lights

  2. When is Diwali in 2015? Diwali date changes every year as the date is selected according to the position of the moon. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Thursday, October 23rd.

  3. Diwali is an autumn festival, one of the biggest Hindus festivals, celebrated in India. Diwali is celebrated for five days. The main Diwali festival is celebrated on the third day. It is known as the 'Festival of lights'.

  4. Diwali is celebrated with lots of fireworks; people light up diyas and candles all around their home. These lights and diyas are symbols, used to drive away darkness and ignorance. The lighting also symbolizes awakening within ourselves. People perform Lakshmi Puja in the evening. They pray for blessings from the Goddess of Wealth. Diwali is also celebrated with the exchange of very special gifts.

  5. Goddess Lakshmi Lakshmi Puja diyas

  6. In Sanskrit 'Diwali' means 'a row of lamps'. People fill a little clay lamp with oil and place a wick inside. They light them in rows all over their homes.

  7. There are five traditions:

  8. Tradition of Diwali PoojaThe pooja ritual is performed in the evening. During the pooja, tiny diyas of clay are lit to drive away the shadows of evil spirits. Bhaja or special hymns are sung as praises for the goddess. People also offer her sweets as offerings.

  9. The Tradition of RangoliRangoli is an Indian traditional or folk art, which is created on the floor during special occasions. The purpose of rangoli is decoration, and it is thought to bring good luck. Rangoli designs can be simple geometric shapes or flower and petals. Rangoli is usually done with dry or wet powdered rice or dry flour, and colorants such as turmeric.

  10. The Tradition of the Gifts ExchangeDuring the Diwali festival, people give gifts. The tradition of exchanging gifts and shopping is very popular during Diwali. The idea behind the tradition of exchanging Diwali Gifts is to show love, affection and appreciation. People show their respect, good wishes, blessings, love and appreciation for their dear ones with gifts.

  11. Since Diwali is a religious festival, sending Diwali gifts also symbolizes one's prayers to the Almighty for the prosperity and well being of the person getting the gift. These gifts are considered a token of love and good wishes.

  12. The Tradition of LightsThe Diwali lights bring brightness and joy, with the hope of finding light in the darkness, acquiring knowledge, and spreading love. Diwali is also known as the Festival of Lights. During the Festival of Lights, oil lamps, are burned throughout the day and into the night to keep darkness away and scare off evil spirits.

  13. The Tradition of FireworksDiwali is celebrated on the new-moon (Amavasya) night. Lights and fireworks have a significant role in the festival. During Diwali, temples and markets are decorated and lighted a few days before Diwali, as a sign of paying homage to and welcoming this great Hindu festival. The Diwali festival also marks the beginning of the New Year according to the Hindu calendar.

  14. Resourceshttp://www.diwalifestival.org/http://kidworldcitizen.org/2011/11/23/rangoli-floor-folk-art-from-india/http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/rangoli-colouring-pagesResourceshttp://www.diwalifestival.org/http://kidworldcitizen.org/2011/11/23/rangoli-floor-folk-art-from-india/http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/rangoli-colouring-pages

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