Deepavali is an important competition of the yr for a lot of Hindus, in addition to Indians of different religions, such because the Sikhs and the Jains. It’s a celebration that marks the victory of fine over evil, in addition to gentle over darkness. Historically spanning 5 days, the competition falls on the 14th day of the darkish fortnight within the Tamil month of Aipasi (mid-Oct to mid-Nov). (Supply: Nationwide Library Board). This yr (2022), it falls on Oct 24.
To North Indians, Deepavali is linked to Ramayana, a narrative in Hindu mythology. After 14 years in exile, Lord Rama, his spouse Sita Devi and brother Lakshmana returned to town of Ayodhya on the day now often called Deepavali or Diwali. The villagers lit a path for Rama, who had defeated the demon king Ravana.
Within the South, the competition is related to the story of Lord Krishna who battled and defeated the merciless demon king Naraka, and ended his rule (likened to darkness) to convey gentle into the world. Therefore, the day is often known as Naraka Chathurdasi (Naraka’s 14th day), to commemorate the day the demon was slain.
Past these tales, Deepavali can be an ode to the Hindu goddess of wealth, success and fertility, Lakshmi.
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