DIWALI : FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

After the grand celebrations of Dussehra, the country waits with bated breath for yet another and perhaps even glossier, splashier, and more gratifying festival, the one that marks different mythological and historical events-Diwali. From welcoming Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman to Ayodhya from exile of 14 years to honouring Lakshmi, the goddess of fortune and prosperity, the reasons may vary but the fondness, adoration, and frenzy are distinctly palpable across India and many other nations. As the thrilling wait nears an end, here are a few facts about Diwali that will stir up your fervour and enhance your jubilation.

HISTORY

The history of Diwali is based on the time period of past five thousand years back. Diwali was celebrated on the occasion, when shri Ram returned back to Ayodhya after defeating Ravan in Srilanka for kidnapping Sita ji (wife of shri Ram ). In Hindu religion, Diwali festival was celebrated with lights, illuminating  diyas and by firing crackers and having a huge celebration.   

When Sita ji got kidnapped by Ravan, then Shri Ram fought against Ravan in Srilanka to have his wife back and goes to Ayodhya with her. During that battle Shri Ram met with his friend Hanuman who helped him to won that battle. 

Some believe it to be the celebration of the marriage of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, with Lord Vishnu. Others use it as a celebration of her birthday, as Lakshmi is said to have been born on the new-moon day of Kartik.

In Bengal, the festival is dedicated to the worship of Mother Kali, the dark goddess of strength. Lord Ganesha—the elephant-headed god and symbol of auspiciousness and wisdom—is also worshiped in most Hindu homes on this day. In Jainism, Deepawali has the added significance of marking the great event of Lord Mahavira attaining the eternal bliss of nirvana.

DIWALI : NOWDAYS

Diwali is a major festival in India, celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains. It is also known as the “festival of lights” and symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The festival is celebrated for five days, with each day having its own rituals and traditions. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Sunday, November 12th, 2023.

In today's world Diwali was celebrated with crackers that causes air pollution and thus effects the environment. to protect environment from these harmful pollution the government prohibited the use of crackers during diwali.

But peoples doesn't think about the environment and burn crackers for there enjoyment and happiness.Diwali can also be celebrated by only glowing Diyas in the houses and by illuminate the house with lights and some decorative stuff. 

In Diwali, peoples send sweets to others that is known as sharing happiness with others. basically Diwali is the festival of lights  and sweets. On the Day of Diwali , Laxmi ji has been prayed for wealth and happiness.