Sunday, 26 October 2008

THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS






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Diwali or as 'Festival of Lights'to the Hindus signifies the celebration of victory over evil, and uplifting of spiritual darkness.The day is celebrated with people lighting diyas, candles all around their house. Lakshmi Puja is performed in the evening to seek divine blessings of Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity. The auspicious day of Diwali is decided by the moon position & according to the Hindu calendar, Amavasya or the "no moon day" is considered the perfect day for Diwali.

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