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A boy prepares deyas, or earthen oil lamps, to decorate his house during Divali celebration. Picture taken November 5, 2010. |
Wednesday, 26 October 2011
Diwali 2011: 5 Things to Know about the Indian "Festival of Lights"
Posted on 07:18 by the great khali
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TIMES
By Mark Johanson
INDIA - In the midst of India's jam-packed festival calendar, one celebration stands out from the pack as the most dazzling of them all: Diwali, the "Festival of Lights." Here's a look at Diwali customs and traditions as well as a day-by-day look at the typical activities of the five-day celebration: (1) Broadly speaking, Diwali is India's "Festival of Lights" and a joyous celebration that honors the triumph of good over evil; (2) Like all Hindu celebrations, spirituality lies at the heart of Diwali. Two deities in particular play a prominent role in the festivities, Ganesh and Lakshmi; (3) Diwali is predominantly celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains also embrace the celebration; (4) Diwali lasts from Wednesday Oct. 26 to Sunday Oct. 30, 2011; and (5) Also known by the name Deepavali, the festival of Diwali is not just celebrated in India, but in Singapore, Malaysia, and across the globe. [link]
By Mark Johanson
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