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Diwali or Deepavali is the "festival of lights. Each day of Diwali represents victory of good over evil and light over darkness.
Diwali festival starts from 'Ashwin krushna dwadashi' as per Marathi calendar. This first day is Govatsa Dwadashi or Vasu-baras. Vasu-baras is a celebration held in honor of cows - regarded as mother by Hindus.
The second day is Dhantrayodashi or dhanteras. This day is for most of the hindu indian businessman to start their new financial year with pooja of dhana. This is also celebrated for doctor Dhanvantari.
The third day of the festival is Narakachaturdashi which marks the conquering over demon Narakasura by lord Krishna with his wife Satyabhama.
The fourth day is Laxmi poojan. It is amavasya and the goddess of wealth Laxmi is worshiped on this day. The businessman close their 'chopadi' and start a new chopadi.
The fifth day is Bali-pratipada. It is celebrated in the memory of benevolent asura king Bali. Vamana the dwarf incarnation of Lord Vishnu pushing the Mahabali to patala to save Indra.
The sixth day is Yama Dwitiya or Bhaubij on this day, brothers and sisters meet to express love and affection for each other.
In maharashtra diwali is celebrated till tulsi-vivah --kartik poornima.
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What happens on each day of Diwali?
each day of Diwali candles are lit and gifts and sweets are distributed.
What does money in Diwali represent?
Money represent prosperity. On this day we pray for wealth and prosperity.
What does a Diwali diva represent?
Diwali diva is lit as diwali is festival of lights. It represents a ray of new hopes.
What day is celebrated after Diwali?
The day celebrated after Diwali is "Brother's Day'.
What is the fourth day of Diwali is celebrated as?
GOVARDHAN POOJA is being celebrated on 4th day of diwali. Diwali is a 5 day festival.
How and when does Diwali finish?
Diwali is celebrated for 5 days. It ends on the day of bhai dooj.
What are the five days of Diwali?
Diwali is celebrated for five days (six days in some regions):The first day of Diwali: DhanterasThe second day of Diwali: Choti DiwaliThe third day of Diwali: Lakshmi Puja on DiwaliThe fourth day of Diwali: Padwa & Govardhan PujaThe fifth day of Diwali: Bhai DujIndia being a country with diverse culture, the number of days of Diwali celebration may differ from region to region.
When is davarly?
Its "Diwali" and is the the 5 day festival of light. Its in the autumn (USA = Fall) each year
What is the first day of Diwali festival called?
The first day of Diwali festival is called Dhan Teras. Diwali is celebrated for 5 days.
What does Diwali mean to people?
Diwali is a day for celebration. It is a festival of lights.
How long does the Diwali festival run for?
Diwali is celebrated for five days (six days in some regions):The first day of Diwali: DhanterasThe second day of Diwali: Choti DiwaliThe third day of Diwali: Lakshmi Puja on DiwaliThe fourth day of Diwali: Padwa & Govardhan PujaThe fifth day of Diwali: Bhai DujIndia being a country with diverse culture, the number of days of Diwali celebration may differ from region to region.
What is the first day of Diwali season called?
The first day of Diwali is Dhan Teras. People buy new things on this day.
