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History of Diwali |
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Diwali is considered as one of the most joyous festivals, which has been celebrated ages after ages. It is celebrated in various regions of the world.
Diwali festival has several legends and concepts associated with it. Diwali is the festival of lights, candles, earthen lamps (diyas) and loads of firecrackers. This day marks the victory of the good over the evil forces.
On this particular occasion, people decorate their houses with numerous lights and burn firecrackers. These aspects add value to the entire festive mood of the celebration. This festival is celebrated with tremendous fanfare and enthusiasm.
Diwali is an auspicious festival as it is related to God and people decorate their homes with candles,Diyas and lights.
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Origin of Deepavali
The popular concepts associated with Deepavali suggest the five main philosophies of Diwali. It can be said that the history of Deepavali is actually very interesting.
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The mythological scriptures of Hindu religion and different popular legends of the Puranas form the core aspects of Diwali origin story.
For instance, the most popular legend of Deepavali says that on this significant day, Lord Shri Rama returned after 14 years of exile along with his wife Sita and trustworthy brother Lakshman.
Another main legend of Diwali says that this occasion is celebrated across the world as on this day Goddess of Power (Goddess Durga) stopped her dancing after killing demon Mahishasura.
The five main philosophies that commemorates Diwali celebrations are as follows; just have a look at them
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- Dhanteras It is known as the first day of the Diwali celebrations. This day actually signifies wealth and hence is considered extremely important to every single household. One notion connected with Dhanteras says that on this day, the physician of the Gods Dhanvantari came out of churning ocean with a pot of fortune for well-being of humankind. It also signifies the arrival of the Goddess of Wealth (Goddess Lakshmi). People celebrate this day by drawing small footprints of the goddess by using vermillion and rice powder.
- Choti Diwali This day is also called Narak Chaturdashi. This day marks the victory of Lord Krishna over demon king Narakasur. He defeated Lord Indra and also imprisoned sixteen thousand daughters of the Gods. Lord Krishna after defeating this demon king released all the jailed daughters.
- Diwali On this significant day, Lord Shri Krishna returned to Ayodhya Nagri. He killed demon king Ravana and rescued his abducted wife Sita. He returned to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile along with his wife Sita and brother Lakshman. So, this day, which is considered as the most important day, marks the homecoming of Lord Shri Rama. This day also marks the victory of the good over the evil forces and that is why people celebrate this day by lighting numerous earthen lamps and candles.
- Padwa On this day, Govardhan Puja is performed. The story behind this day says that after the end of every monsoon season, people used to worship Lord Indra. But Lord Krishna suggested them that they should worship Mount Govardhan. Lord Indra became so furious that he caused heavy rainfall. Lord Krishna saved the people by worshipping Mount Govardhan and holding it over the people like an umbrella.
- Bhai Dooj It is the fifth and final day of the Diwali celebrations. This day marks and strengthens the love bond between a brother and a sister. On this day, the sisters apply vermillion protection mark on the forehead of their brothers and pray for their well-being.
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