what is diwali?

Question

i know its a holiday but what do you do, what is it.

Answer 1

Diwali, also called Deepavali is a major Hindu festival that is very significant in Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism. Known as the "Festival of Lights," it symbolises the victory of good over evil, and lamps are lit as a sign of celebration and hope for mankind. Celebrations focus on lights and lamps, particularly traditional diyas (as illustrated). Fireworks are associated with the festival in many regions of India.

Diwali is the name used by North Indians for the festivals while South Indians call it Deepavali. However, both names literally translated mean the same, which is "row of lights".

Diwali is celebrated for five consecutive days at the end of Hindu month of Ashwayuja. It usually occurs in October/November, and is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals in India. Diwali comes exactly twenty days after Dussehra. Hindus, and Sikhs alike regard it as a celebration of life and use the occasion to strengthen family and social relationships. For Hindus it is one of the most important festivals, and beginning of the Hindu year. Hindus celebrate Diwali to mark the time when Lord Ram achieved victory beating Ravana. It is also a significant festival for the Sikh faith. In modern India, Diwali is now considered to be more of a national festival, and the aesthetic aspect of the festival is enjoyed by most Indians regardless of faith

Answer 2

Diwali
is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs in India and all over the world. It is a five-day celebration occurring in October or November. Diwali was Saturday, October 21, 2006
. It is Friday, November 09, 2007
next year.

Answer 3

Diwali, also called Deepavali is a major Hindu festival that is very significant in Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism. Known as the "Festival of Lights," it symbolises the victory of good over evil, and lamps are lit as a sign of celebration and hope for mankind. Celebrations focus on lights and lamps, particularly traditional diyas (as illustrated). Fireworks are associated with the festival in many regions of India.

Diwali is the name used by North Indians for the festivals while South Indians call it Deepavali. However, both names literally translated mean the same, which is "row of lights".

Answer 4

Diwali, also called Deepavali is a major Hindu festival that is very significant in Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism. Known as the "Festival of Lights," it symbolises the victory of good over evil, and lamps are lit as a sign of celebration and hope for mankind. Celebrations focus on lights and lamps, particularly traditional diyas (as illustrated). Fireworks are associated with the festival in many regions of India.Diwali is celebrated for five consecutive days at the end of Hindu month of Ashwayuja. It usually occurs in October/November, and is one of the most popular and eagerly awaited festivals in India. Diwali comes exactly twenty days after Dussehra. Hindus, and Sikhs alike regard it as a celebration of life and use the occasion to strengthen family and social relationships. For Hindus it is one of the most important festivals, and beginning of the Hindu year. Hindus celebrate Diwali to mark the time when Lord Ram achieved victory beating Ravana. It is also a significant festival for the Sikh faith. In modern India, Diwali is now considered to be more of a national festival, and the aesthetic aspect of the festival is enjoyed by most Indians regardless of faith.

Answer 5

Its like Christmas for the hindu religion.......
The celebration of light, where goodness overcome evil.....

Its believed that a vry2 strong evil which had the comunity living in fear and darkness was defeated by Hindu Goddess and light up brightness to the life of the suffering......

These day was appreciated by the comunity, and starts celebrating the memorable day every 1ce a year.....

Normally, during Diwali prayers is done in the morning.....thn gathering among friends and family members......juz like a festive celebration......

Answer 6

It's a Hindu holiday celebrating the victory of good over evil. It's also celebrated by Sihks and Jains.

It was recently featured on an episode of The Office.

Answer 7

Diwali means Deepawali - Deep means light...lights everywhere..To actually know what u do and what it is..u have to go to India...be with one of the families there and take part in the celebration...u ll know the difference...u ll feel it from ur heart and u will realize that you cannot compare this festival with any other festival in the world.

Answer 8

REALLY Diwali's the Indian New Year.

its like christmas and easter and new years in to one holiday. its fun and you get money for touching people's feet. It lasts like a week.

Plus, neighbors think ur insane when u decorate your house in xmas lights in october. woo.

Answer 9

Diwali is celebrated because long ago there was a cruel demon king called NARAKASURA who was killed by Lord KRISHNA and his wife Satyabhama.