Diwali is an annual festival that takes place on the new moon day that follows the Hindu month of Kartik, which lands in October or November of each year. The date changes each year, based on the Hindu calendar. This South Asian holiday is also known as the festival of lights, and it celebrates one of the most significant events in Hindu mythology. However, the festivities don’t stop there. Some key elements of Diwali, nicknamed the festival of lights, include lights, sweets, colors, dances, love, and of course – cleanliness. S&G Cleaning wishes you and your family a Happy Diwali as we strive to embrace diversity in Somerville, New Jersey, and the nearby areas we serve.
Significance of Lights during Diwali
Lights are an important part of Diwali celebrations. They represent the triumph of good over evil and are a symbol of hope. Lighting lamps is also a way of welcoming Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, into the homes. The light of the lamp is said to chase away darkness and ignorance while bringing in the good. Often, those who celebrate Diwali decorate the inside and outside of their homes with string lights, tea lights, candles, and more. They enjoy watching fireworks in the sky, as well as hand-held sparklers together.
Significance of Sweets & Gifts
Like most holidays, there are sweets and gifts involved in Diwali. Traditional sweets are made by hand or even store-bought, and so are other gifts for friends, family, and neighbors. This act signifies the importance of sharing happiness and spreading love. Sweets and gifts also play an important role in Diwali puja or worship. The giving of sweets and gifts is a way to honor the deities and express gratitude for blessings throughout the year.
Significance of Colors
In India, colors have always played a significant role in culture and tradition. They are believed to represent different aspects of life. For example, white is associated with purity and cleanliness. And during Diwali, the Festival of Lights, people decorate their homes with white lights to signify the triumph of good over evil. Furthermore, they use colored powder to make mandalas and other festive shapes like flowers, peacocks, om symbol and more. These colorful decorations are made inside the homes’ floors as well as outside, on the doorsteps and entrances!
Significance of Dance and Performances
Another important aspect of the festival is the traditional Indian dances. Talented dancers will tell the tales of Hindu mythology through their dance movements, formations, and facial expressions. They often aso wear intricate costumes. And at parties, anyone can dance to have a good time! These dances are another way to express joy and happiness, and to symbolize the victory of good over evil. The dance is also a way to connect with the Hindu gods and goddesses. The traditional Indian dance is an important part of the Diwali festival, and it is a beautiful way to celebrate the light, cleanliness, and good that are at the heart of the festival.
Significance of Love and Unity
Diwali is a time when people come together to celebrate the triumph of good over evil and enjoy the festivities with the company of their loved ones. The festival is for gathering with family, and also a time for making new friends and reuniting with old ones. Love and unity is celebrated between families, friends and the culture as a whole.
Significance of Cleanliness
The significance of cleanliness and newness in Diwali celebrations is twofold. First, Hindus believe that Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, only visits clean homes. So, in order to welcome her into their homes, Hindus clean and decorate their homes beforehand. Secondly, Hindus believe that cleanliness and newness represent a fresh start or a new beginning. Therefore, by cleaning and decorating their homes for Diwali, Hindus are hopeful that the goddess will bless them with a prosperous new year. They celebrate by cleaning and decorating and also wearing new, beautiful clothes. This cleanliness and newness is the perfect way to celebrate and ring in the Hindu new year.
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