Major Festival
Diwali
The festival of lights: significance, traditions and commonly observed practices.
5 min
- Deity
- Ganesha
- Tradition
- Pan-Indian
- Occasion
- Diwali
विवरण
OverviewDiwali is observed over several days and is associated in different regions with different narratives, including the return of Rama to Ayodhya and the worship of Lakshmi. Lamps, cleaning of homes and shared sweets are widely observed.
Sources & References
Regional TraditionThe narratives and rituals associated with Diwali vary widely across regions.
Dharmartha presents traditional knowledge with respect for its sources. Practices vary by lineage and region; this material does not assert exclusive or universal authority.
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