Deepavali 2022: Diwali is one of the most awaited festivals in India and is widely celebrated with different forms of festivities. This year Diwali will fall on October 24 and preparations for the festival of light have already begun. Diwali in India is also known as the ‘Festival of Lights’ when houses, shops, markets and other places are decorated with diyas and lights; However, very few know the significance of lighting diyas on Deepavali and the reason behind calling it the Festival of Lights.
As Diwali 2022 approaches, we bring you some facts about the festival and the reason why Diwali is called the ‘festival of light’.
Diwali 2022: Why is Diwali celebrated?
The mythology behind the celebration of Diwali or Deepavali varies from region to region. However, mainly, Diwali is celebrated to mark the return of Lord Rama, with his wife Sita and his brother Lakshman to Ayodhya. His return marked the end of his 14-year exile and the defeat of Ravana, the king of Lanka. To mark the return of Lord Rama, the people of Ayodhya illuminated the entire kingdom with earthen diyas that also symbolize the victory of light over darkness.
Why is Diwali known as the festival of lights?
The day when Lord Rama, his brother Lakshman and his wife Sita returned after 14 years of exile, was Kartik Amavasya, the night of the dark moon. However, the return of King Dasaratha’s eldest son to Ayodhya filled the entire city with joy and celebrations.
To make the day special, it is believed that the people of Ayodhya were so happy that they illuminated the entire kingdom with diyas, kicking off the festival of light. This is also the reason why people decorate their homes with diyas and lights to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Diwali.
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Spiritual meaning of Diwali
Apart from being a festival of light, Deepavali also has spiritual significance. It is the biggest and brightest of all Hindu festivals. In Deepavali, Deep means “light” and “avali” means a row that becomes a row of lights.
However, beyond the lights, food and fun, Diwali is also a time to reflect on life and make changes for the coming year. The spiritual meaning of Diwali also means to forgive and forget the bad deeds committed by others and bring positivity in life.
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