Diwali season is finally here, and apart from the generalized stereotype that it is a Hindu festive season, most people do not know much about the celebrations. These happy Diwali wishes, messages, greetings, images, quotes and cards would go a long way.
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Diwali is as important to Hindus as Christmas is to Christians and Ramadan to Muslims. The festival gets its name from clay lambs that Hindus light outside their homes to symbolize inner light protecting them from spiritual darkness. It is marked through delicacies, rituals and sharing happy Diwali messages and wishes.
Why is Diwali celebrated?
Diwali, Divali or Deepavali, is one of the most significant festivals marked by the Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains. It is popularly known as the festival of lights, and it lasts five days. It is celebrated between mid-October and mid-November.
People mark Diwali to celebrate the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The festivals marked during this period include Bhaiyya Dooj, Govardhan Puja, Lakshmi Puja, Narak Chaturdashi and Dhantrayodashi. Laxmi Puja is the most significant one of the five.
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What are the 5 days of Diwali?
The festival entails different celebrations and preparations.
Day one
On the first day, people clean their homes. They also shop for new kitchen utensils and gold. Shopping for gold and new utensils signifies bringing good fortune.
Day two
The second day involves decorating the homes. People beautify the homes with clay lamps and create beautiful designs called rangoli. The rangoli is made on the floor using sand and coloured powders.
Day three
The third day is the primary day of the ceremony. Family and friends gather for Lakshmi puja on this day, which involves making a prayer to Goddess Lakshmi. Firework festivities and mouth-watering feasts follow the prayer.
Day four
The fourth day is considered the first day of the year. On this day, friends and families visit each other's homes to deliver gifts and good tidings.
Day five
The fifth day is the final day of the celebration. On this day, brothers visit their married sisters to spend time with their families. On the other side, the hosts prepare and serve lavish delicacies and receive them with love.
Happy Diwali wishes
Now that you know what Diwali means, these are you could impact your family and friends through these wishes:
Happy Diwali messages
Apart from happy Diwali wishes 2021, you could send your loved ones these messages:
Happy Diwali greetings
Apart from happy Diwali wishes quotes messages, you could share these greetings:
Happy Diwali quotes
Apart from Diwali quotes in English, these are the other quotes you could share:
Happy Diwali cards
Apart from the greetings, messages, wishes and quotes, you could share cards. These cards are available online at a cost, while others are free.
Happy Diwali images
You could also share your message through images. These images are available for download online. Alternatively, you could share happy Diwali gifs.
These happy Diwali messages, wishes, quotes, greetings, images and cards will go a long way in celebrating the festive season. Send your friends and family members good tidings through them.
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