21 Things You Didn't Know About Diwali
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Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is the most popular religious festival in India and is celebrated across the globe. You may think you know everything there is to know about Diwali, but do you really?
Diwali is the most popular festival in Hinduism, and has been celebrated for thousands of years. Hinduism or Sanatan Dharma is the world’s oldest religion. So it’s difficult to give a date as to when Diwali was first celebrated. Experts say that Diwali has been celebrated across India for more than 5,000 years now.
People light up their homes during Diwali as an invocation to Mother Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth. Mother Lakshmi bestows Her blessings on those households who properly welcome Her with their devotion and piety.
Diwali or Deepavali means “the row of diyas” in Sanskrit. Diyas are a special type of lighted lamps made for Diwali only.
Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil, light over darkness.
The pre-Diwali days are the biggest shopping season for businesses across the country. Consumer confidence is at a high and markets are a beehive of activity. Online retailers offer attractive discounts and promotional offers during this time.