Diwali is a day to illuminate your inner self and remove all darkness from within. This year, Indians will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights on November 4 which will be on Thursday. The festival is widely known for lighting up houses with ‘diyas’ and lights, eating sweets, wearing new clothes and lighting firecrackers. It is one of the biggest festivals in Hindu culture and is celebrated by them all over the world.
The festival is also known as Deepawali which translates to ‘row of lights’ and is celebrated over a period of five days. Diwali is celebrated on the 15th day of the month of Kartik and is considered as the holiest month according to the Hindu lunar calendar.
History
The origins of Diwali can be traced back to ancient India, when it is said to have started as a harvest festival. However, there are many legends attached to its history. While some consider it to be the celebration of the marriage of Goddess Lakshmi (goddess of wealth) and Lord Vishnu, some also consider it to be the birth celebration of Goddess Lakshmi as she was born on the new moon day of Kartik.
In Bengal, the festival is dedicated to the worship of the mighty goddess Kali and in some homes Lord Ganesha is also worshiped as a symbol of auspiciousness and wisdom. In some Jain homes, Diwali also marks the great event of Lord Mahavira attaining Nirvana.
For Hindus, the festival is a celebration of Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and victory over Ravana. It is said that the people of Ayodhya welcomed Rama with rows of diyas, lighting up the entire kingdom.
Importance
Diwali signifies the victory of good over evil. Lights and diyas are present everywhere which symbolize the dark shadow and the eradication of evil. Everyone celebrates and prays together, creating an atmosphere of love and purity. It is a day to reflect on your past and make better decisions in the coming year.
This day symbolizes forgiving and forgetting, it is like giving a fresh start to everything around you and yourself. It is a festival of prosperity in which people give gifts to family, friends and employees. Diwali gives the message of removing all the darkness within us and illuminating our inner being.
Auspicious time for worship on Diwali:
Diwali date in India: November 4, 2021 (Thursday)
Amavasya start date: 4th November 2021 from 06:03 am
Amavasya end date: 5 November 2021 till 02:44 hrs
Laxmi Puja and Lord Ganesha Puja Timings:
Time: 06:09 PM to 08:20 PM
Period: 1 hour 55 minutes
Pradosh Kaal: 17:34:09 PM to 20:10:27 PM
Vrshabh kaal: 18:10:29 PM to 20:06:20 PM
NISHITA KAAL MUHURAT ON DIWALI:
Nishita period: From 11:39 to 00:31 on November 5th
Sinha Marriage: On November 5th from 00:39 PM to 02:56 AM
Diwali Shubh Choghadiya Muhurta:
Morning time: 06:34:53 AM to 07:57:17 AM
Morning time: 10:42:06 am to 14:49:20 am
Evening time: 16:11:45 PM to 20:49:31 PM
Night time: 24:04:53 PM to 01:42:34 PM
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