Diwali or Deepavali is the "festival of lights" celebrated all throughout the world by folks from different regions and religions. It is traditionally a five-day long holiday celebrated by the Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhist for many different reasons. The date of the holiday of Diwali often falls between mid-October and mid-November.
Let's take a look at what Diwali or Deepavali implies for diverse religions
Jainism:For the Jain community Diwali honours Mahavira. Mahavira achieved moksha or nirvana in 527 BC on this day. Jains celebrate this holiday by lighting lamps acknowledging Lord Mahavira's teachings and eminence.
The celebrations begins with a three-day fast as well as the recitation of sacred Jain hymns. They also hold that meditating for a few days helps them achieve moksha. Homes are then decorated with lights and lamps. They also believe in worshiping goddess Laxmi, the goddess of wealth and opening new enterprises on this day.
Sikhism:Diwali has a very special relevance for Sikhs. It is this day that their sixth guru, Guru Hargobind was released from prison. Guru Hargobind also rescued 52 Hindu Kings that were held prisoner in the Gwalior fort by the Mughal Emperor. After his release, Guru Hargobind went directly to the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India where thousands of lamps and candles were lit to commemorate his return.
Today, candy are prepared at home and the water body surrounding the temple is lit with tons of floating candles. They also take part in a procession to mark the release of their Guru. Akhand paath or the non-stop reading of Guru Granth Sahab, the sacred book of Sikhism is also performed as a part of the parties. Fireworks light up the skies in the evening to mark the day.
Buddhism:Buddhist celebrate Diwali as Ashok Vijaydashmi - in the memory of King Ashok. They chant mantras and recount this day as a day when lord Ashok welcomed Buddhism and gave up all of his dominion and worldly products. Buddhist temples and monasteries from all areas of the world are finished with lights and candles and Buddha is worshiped.
Hinduism:For Hindus from all areas of the world, Diwali is the most awaited festival of the year. The five-day long parties start with the worship of goddess of wealth and the buying of new implements. The second day implies the death of evil, the third and main day celebrates joy and contentment and folks pray for prosperity and wealth. The 4th day is the start of New Year and is thought to be portentous for starting new enterprises. The fifth and last day is devoted to the brother-sister relationship.
Numerous regions celebrated Diwali in different ways but the lights, firecrackers, sweets and family get togethers aren't unusual in every one of them. It's a festival of new beginnings.
India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore, and Fiji are lucky that Diwali is recognized as an official holiday.
Let's take a look at what Diwali or Deepavali implies for diverse religions
Jainism:For the Jain community Diwali honours Mahavira. Mahavira achieved moksha or nirvana in 527 BC on this day. Jains celebrate this holiday by lighting lamps acknowledging Lord Mahavira's teachings and eminence.
The celebrations begins with a three-day fast as well as the recitation of sacred Jain hymns. They also hold that meditating for a few days helps them achieve moksha. Homes are then decorated with lights and lamps. They also believe in worshiping goddess Laxmi, the goddess of wealth and opening new enterprises on this day.
Sikhism:Diwali has a very special relevance for Sikhs. It is this day that their sixth guru, Guru Hargobind was released from prison. Guru Hargobind also rescued 52 Hindu Kings that were held prisoner in the Gwalior fort by the Mughal Emperor. After his release, Guru Hargobind went directly to the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India where thousands of lamps and candles were lit to commemorate his return.
Today, candy are prepared at home and the water body surrounding the temple is lit with tons of floating candles. They also take part in a procession to mark the release of their Guru. Akhand paath or the non-stop reading of Guru Granth Sahab, the sacred book of Sikhism is also performed as a part of the parties. Fireworks light up the skies in the evening to mark the day.
Buddhism:Buddhist celebrate Diwali as Ashok Vijaydashmi - in the memory of King Ashok. They chant mantras and recount this day as a day when lord Ashok welcomed Buddhism and gave up all of his dominion and worldly products. Buddhist temples and monasteries from all areas of the world are finished with lights and candles and Buddha is worshiped.
Hinduism:For Hindus from all areas of the world, Diwali is the most awaited festival of the year. The five-day long parties start with the worship of goddess of wealth and the buying of new implements. The second day implies the death of evil, the third and main day celebrates joy and contentment and folks pray for prosperity and wealth. The 4th day is the start of New Year and is thought to be portentous for starting new enterprises. The fifth and last day is devoted to the brother-sister relationship.
Numerous regions celebrated Diwali in different ways but the lights, firecrackers, sweets and family get togethers aren't unusual in every one of them. It's a festival of new beginnings.
India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore, and Fiji are lucky that Diwali is recognized as an official holiday.
About the Author:
Zane AL-Said started the Diwali Network Blog with the goal of providing event stories, media, articles and Blogs for the community who celebrate Deepavali yearly.Zane is an IT veteran who enjoys his family on an everyday basis and his Formula 1 fortnightly.Check out more about the stories behind the Diwali parties in different faiths as well as some of the strangest and funniest video's we can find on the Internet...oh and you may find 2 engaging Blog content.
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