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    Diwali (English: / d ɪ ˈ w ɑː l iː /; Deepavali, IAST: Dīpāvalī) is the Hindu festival of lights, with variations celebrated in other Indian religions. [a] It symbolises the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance".

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    • The Origins of Diwali. Historically, Diwali can be traced back to ancient India. It most likely began as an important harvest festival. However, there are various legends pointing to the origin of Diwali.
    • The Four Days of Diwali. Each day of Diwali has its own tale to tell. The first day of the festival, Naraka Chaturdasi marks the vanquishing of the demon Naraka by Lord Krishna and his wife Satyabhama.
    • Dhanteras: The Tradition of Gambling. Some people refer to Diwali as a five-day festival because they include the festival of Dhanteras (dhan meaning "wealth" and teras meaning "13th").
    • The Significance of Lights and Firecrackers. All of the simple rituals of Diwali have a significance and a story behind them. Homes are illuminated with lights, and firecrackers fill the skies as an expression of respect to the heavens for the attainment of health, wealth, knowledge, peace, and prosperity.
  3. Learn about the history, significance and traditions of Diwali/Deepavali, the festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs in India. Find out the dates, public life and observances of Diwali/Deepavali in India from 2019 to 2029.

  4. Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the festival of lights that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and joy over sorrow. Learn the hidden meaning behind the rituals and traditions of Diwali, such as lighting lamps, bursting firecrackers, exchanging gifts, and feeling abundance, from Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

  5. Also known as Deepavali, the Festival Of Lights is marked with pomp across the country. It symbolises the spiritual 'victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance'.

  6. Oct 11, 2022 · Diwali is a five-day celebration observed by more than a billion people across faiths in India and its diaspora. Learn about its history, legends, rituals, and significance as a symbol of triumph and hope.

  7. May 5, 2024 · Diwali, one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, lasting for five days from the 13th day of the dark half of the lunar month Ashvina to the second day of the light half of the lunar month Karttika. (The corresponding dates in the Gregorian calendar usually fall in late October and November.)

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