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Divalior DiwaliIn Hinduism, a five-day religious festival in autumn. It honors Lakshmi, goddess of wealth, or, in Bengal, the goddess Kali. During its celebration, earthenware lamps are lit and placed on the parapets of houses and temples or set adrift on rivers and streams. The fourth day of the festival marks the start of a new year, a time of gift-giving, visiting friends, decorating homes, and wearing new clothes. Divali is celebrated by Jains and Sikhs as well. Diwali a major Hindu religious festival, honouring Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. Held over the New Year according to the Vikrama calendar, it is marked by feasting, gifts, and the lighting of lamps Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | The festival of Diwali was celebrated at Huddersfield Sikh Leisure Centre. THOUSANDS of people turned out to take part in a free Diwali celebration at Millenium Point. Byline: ANI Siliguri, Oct 10 (ANI): Hundreds of tiny tots here staged a march to spread awareness against crackers ahead of Diwali festival. |
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