Why is Diwali called Diwali?

Answer 1

Diwali, or Deepavali, is India's biggest and most important holiday of the year. The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (or deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects us from spiritual darkness. This festival is as important to Hindus as the Christmas holiday is to Christians.

Indians celebrate with family gatherings, glittering clay lamps, festive fireworks, strings of electric lights, bonfires, flowers, sharing of sweets, and worship to Lakshmi. Some believe that Lakshmi wanders the Earth looking for homes where she will be welcomed. People open their doors and windows and light lamps to invite Lakshmi in.

Lights shimmer and eyes glitter in India at Diwali. This festival celebrates light and good overcoming darkness. It is also a time to celebrate prosperity.

The festival of lights is spread over five days. Houses sparkle after intensive cleaning. Bouquets of flowers decorate rooms. Families enjoy traditional treats like Laddu wheat cakes.

Cheerful candles, oil lamps, and decorative electric lights twinkle. Many cities brighten the night sky with fireworks displays.

Answer 2

Diwali is "The Festival of Lights" and it's name's origin is from Sanskrit (दीपावली = Dīpāvalī: Deep = Lamps; Avali = A Row. Hence, Diwali is a combination of these two words, meaning "A Row of Lamps" or "A Row of Lights"). The Diwali is considered by Hindu one of the most important celebrations of the year. The festival occurs between mid-October to mid-November in the Gregorian Calender.

Answer 3

Diwali take place because Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile on this day.People welcomed him by lighting diyas and candles.

Answer 4

The name "Diwali" or Deepavali" can be translated as the celebration or festival of lights.