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Historically, the origin of Diwali can be traced back to ancient India, when it was probably an important harvest . However, there are various legends pointing to the origin of Diwali. Some believe it to be the celebration of the marriage of Lakshmi with Lord Vishnu. Whereas in Bengal the festival is dedicated to the worship of Mother Kali, the goddess of strength. Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed God, the symbol of auspiciousness and wisdom, is also worshipped in most Hindu homes on this day. In Jainism, Deepawali has an added significance to the great event of Lord Mahavira attaining the eternal bliss of nirvana. Diwali also commemorates the return of Lord Rama along with Sita and Lakshman from his fourteen year long exile and vanquishing the demon-king Ravana. In joyous celebration of the return of their king, the people of Ayodhya, the Capital of Rama, illuminated the kingdom with earthen diyas (oil lamps) and burst crackers.
November month every year but date differs every year as per the position of the stars.
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∙ 10y agoDiwali marks the return of lord Ram with with wife Sita and brother Lakshman from an exile of 14 years to Ayodhya.
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∙ 13y agoIt is the celebration of Lord Rama coming home after spending 14 years in the forest. It is a little like Christmas, but for Hindus.
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∙ 9y agoDiwali was first celebrated when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya. He came back after14 years.
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∙ 9y agoDiwali marked return of lord rama to ayodhya. It is celebrated each year from then
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∙ 15y agoIndia
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When did Diwali start being celebrated?
When Lord Rama returned home from exile, diwali was celebrated.People light diyas on this day.
When does Diwali 2010 start?
5 th November 2010
What is the difference between 'on Diwali' and 'at Diwali'?
On Diwali-this indicates festival Diwali. At Diwali-It might indicates Diwali is some Place.
What is Diwali card?
Diwali cards are sent to peple on diwali to wish them.
What are Diwali crackers?
Fire crackers are Diwali crackers. Being lighten up on diwali people also call them as Diwali crackers.
When was choti Diwali in India in 1984?
Diwali is spelled Diwali.
How do you say happy Diwali in bengali?
"Subho dipabali" means "Happy Diwali" in Bengali.
What do you hate about Diwali?
Diwali is a fun festival!
Do they use candles in Diwali?
Yes candles are used in Diwali. Diyas are also lit on Diwali.
What types of Diwali gifts are available for employees at The Signature Box?
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What is happy Diwali in Hindu?
Diwali is one of the important festivals in India. It is the festival of light. "Happy Diwali" is a greeting one conveys to other on occasion of Diwali.
Why is Diwali celebrated in November?
Diwali is not always celebrated in November the date of Diwali depends on the Hindu calender.
