Happy Diwali 2022: Diwali is the biggest and one of the most important festivals of the year in India. While northern India celebrates it to mark the victory of Lord Rama over the demon-king Ravana and his return to Ayodhya. Western India celebrates Diwali as the day on which Lord Vishnu sent the demon-king Bali to rule the underworld.
South India marks it as the day when Lord Krishna defeated the demon Narakasura. The five-day festival begins with Dhanteras and ends with the celebration of Bhai Dooj on the 5th day. This year Lakshmi Puja is on 24 October. Like every festival, Diwali has a beautiful set of customs and traditions that make the celebration even more alive.
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Here are 5 Diwali customs and traditions you should know about:
cleaning spree
Diwali is incomplete without pre-Diwali cleaning. Every nook and corner of the house is glowing. As per the beliefs, it is believed that Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha only enter a house which is well cleaned and well decorated. However, it is also done to spread positivity and share happiness with family and guests. After all, a neat and well decorated house creates a perfect atmosphere for celebrations.
shopping
There is no other festival in India that rivals the sharp jump in shopping behaviour. Out of the five days of Diwali celebrations, Dhanteras is considered auspicious for buying gold and silver. Kitchenware, electronics, gadgets, furniture, clothing, and many other gifting options are also sought after. In fact, automobiles and new property investments are also heavily considered.
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look for decoration
The festival of lights is incomplete without a lively display of lights, flowers and other beautiful decorations. While the traditional way to go about it is to fill a handmade kerosene lamp with oil or clarified butter, a grand display of lights also works.
Rangoli is another integral part of the decoration and is found adorning the entrance of the house. According to Hindu mythology, the festival celebrates the victory of good over evil and the return of Lord Rama along with his brother Lakshmana and wife Sita after 14 years of exile.
exchange of gifts
Perhaps the most widely practiced tradition of the entire festival is sharing the joy of gift-giving. Rows and rows of sweets, dried fruits, food baskets, and other gift hampers decorate the shopping centers. It is time for families and friends to come together for a grand celebration.
Lakshmi Puja
On Diwali, people take the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha with their entire family. They seek the Goddess to bring wealth, luxury, prosperity and fortune to them and their loved ones and to shower the gifts of wisdom and knowledge for Lord Ganesha and remove any obstacles.
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