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Happy Diwali People!
A festival that celebrates the victory of light over darkness, wisdom over ignorance and courage over cowardice... I Wish everybody a Happy Deepavali !
Pythagorean said:mish, is "light over darkness" symbolism or do you speak actually of mankind harnessing fire?
Pythagorean said:Darkness is a disappearing resource on Earth nowadays.
micromass said:Deepavali ki Shubhkamnayein
Diwali, also known as the "Festival of Lights", is an important Hindu festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. It is a five-day long festival that marks the return of Lord Rama, an important deity in Hinduism, from his 14-year exile and his victory over the demon king Ravana. Diwali is also celebrated by Sikhs and Jains for different reasons, but the main theme of the festival remains the same.
Diwali is celebrated with great enthusiasm and joy by lighting diyas (clay lamps) and candles, decorating homes and temples with colorful lights, creating beautiful rangolis (decorative patterns), exchanging gifts and sweets, and setting off fireworks. Families also gather together for puja (prayer) and feasting on delicious traditional dishes.
Lighting diyas during Diwali has a symbolic meaning. It represents the triumph of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. It is also believed that the light of diyas guides the goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, into people's homes to bless them with abundance and success.
Diwali holds a special place in the hearts of Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains as it signifies different things for each religion. For Hindus, it marks the return of Lord Rama and the start of a new year. For Sikhs, it commemorates the release of their sixth guru, Guru Hargobind, from imprisonment and the foundation of the Golden Temple. For Jains, it celebrates the spiritual awakening of Lord Mahavira.
While Diwali is a festival of lights and joy, it is important to celebrate it in a safe and responsible manner. This includes using eco-friendly decorations and avoiding firecrackers that can cause harm to the environment and noise pollution. It is also important to practice fire safety measures while lighting diyas and candles. Additionally, we can also spread happiness and joy by sharing our blessings with those in need and being mindful of our actions during this festive season.