As the Diwali festival of lights is near where millions of people not only in India but across the world are preparing to celebrate the five day festival of lights. We all know that when it comes to celebrations and special festivals like Diwali, Holi we don't look upon cast and religion. India is a brotherhood country where everybody celebrates the festivals with same enthusiasm and happiness. But here I want to share something with you that is important to know, that How do Hindus celebrate the festival of 'Diwali'

What is Diwali?

The first question that will click on readers mind that what is Diwali? As, we all know that Diwali is the festival of lights, the festival celebrates at a stretch of 5 days celebrations and a major holiday observed by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains in India and around the world. Diwali celebrates the victory of light over dark and good over evil, knowledge over ignorance and hope over despair.Moreover, Hindus believed that Lord Rama and his wife Sita returned from exile after defeating the evil king Ravana. Sikhs community celebrates the Bandi Chhor Divas, which translates to the Day of Liberation. For them, the festival marks the day when Guru Hard Gobind freed himself and 52 princes from imprisonment. Whereas, Jains commemorate Lord Mahavira, who attained Nirvana on October 15 527BC.

When is Diwali 2017?

This year Diwali falls on October 19 9(Thursday), but the date of the festival falls on a different detain in either October or November each year. It is calculated according to the position of the moon and is usually observed on the 15th day of Kartik, the holiest month in the Hindu lunar. The five-day celebration will begin on Tuesday, October 17 and end on Saturday, October 21.

How Hindu celebrates 'Diwali'?

Diwali is celebrated on this day sweets and gifts are shared among friends, family and neighbours. People wear traditional dress and homes are decorated with colourful lights and rangoli – patterns created on the floor with coloured rice or powder. On this occasion, familie members share gifts with neighbours and friends and it is customary to give to those in need. Firework displays are organised around the world, representing the celebrations that took place on Lord Rama’s return.

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