HAPPY DEEPAWALI by SNAKEY
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Deepawali
Today, 12th November, 2004 we celeberate Deepawali or Diwali, the most Pan-Indian of all Hindu festivals, it is a festival of lights symbolising the victory of righteousness and the lifting of spiritual darkness. The word `Deepawali' literally means rows of diyas (clay lamps). A family festival, it is celebrated 20 days after Dussehra, on the 13th day of the dark fortnight of the month of Asvin (October-November)
Continuing the story of Rama, this festival commemorates Lord Rama's return to his kingdom Ayodhya after completing his 14-year exile. Twinkling oil lamps or diyas light up every home and firework displays are common all across the country. The goddess Lakshmi (consort of Vishnu), who is the symbol of wealth and prosperity, is also worshipped on this day.
This festive occasion also marks the beginning of the Hindu new year and Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, the symbol of auspiciousness and wisdom, is also worshipped in most Hindu homes on this day.
Another view is that Deepawali is meant to celebrate the destruction of the arrogant tyrant Bali at the hands of Vishnu when the latter appeared in his Vamana (dwarf) avatar.
The occasion of Deepawali sees the spring-cleaning and white-washing of houses; decorative designs or rangolis are painted on floors and walls. New clothes are bought and family members and relatives gather together to offer prayers, distribute sweets and to light up their homes.
In West Bengal, the Deepawali festival is celebrated as Kali Puja and Kali, Siva's
~O~ SNAKEY ~O~
Comments (39)
weesel
Sounds and interesting festival. Thanks for the lesson and kudos on a super collage!! ;-) Happy Deepawali!!
LindaB
Great fiery collage!
Mikan
super party you have there!!!!!!!!! Happy Deepawali!!
WiserAngel
its beautiful! I wish I could have been there to celebrate with you and your family. Excellent shots!
deemarie
Wishing you a celebration of peace, love, and happiness :)
Richardphotos
I know more about Hindi customs now than ever(before nothing). I appreciate you explaining this custom. All of the world has too much misunderstanding of other people's customs and ways. incredible foto that you have shared with us, and vote for the effort on your part to enlighten, me if no one else -Happy Deepawali to youand your family
fracturedmoon
This is a beautiful collage... I LOVE the vibrant colors and I'm sure there is much beauty to behold with all the fireworks and candles. :) I am fascinated with other cultures and spiritual paths, and I appreciate seeing someone taking the time to educate about them. Agreeing with yesitis3, there is an abundance of misunderstanding, ignorance and prejudice about culture, that I think could be somewhat alleviated through education. Thank you for sharing this. And Happy Deepawali to you. :)
jimry
My son Byron had this at his Nursery School today Raj...as deemarie mate :)
Enmos
Beautiful collage here mate !!! Excellently done !!!
Tedz
A Land of Festivals...great to see the tradition of Your Land!
cynlee
these are beautiful images! flame & flowers making a fab presentation raj! Happy Deepawali!! :]
dtp
enjoy the fest way to go............
danob
A super collage mate and these are real things to celebrate!!
marybelgium
Excellent and beautiful collage ...very interesting !
chantal-france
Excellent shots and composition and very interesting explanation on your country religious custom. thanks for the light of this fest very appreciated in the middle of novembre!
NODROG69
Fabulous exuberant collage and presentation, and interesting info too. Have a great celebration.
Sekadhar
Super! Super! He, he...wish to be there...Excellent done:))!!!!
jstsittinghere
beautiful collage, enjoy your celebration!!
tony_br22
I like it very much
Elfenone
Thank you for sharing that part of your culture with us. This is a beautiful charming tradition of celebration.
firestorm
A loverly collage...Happy Diwali to you to :)
shadymoon
Love the festive spirit, composition and message here. Vote.
Kropot
Happy celebration Raj, I wish and youre fam al the best ;) Love is the message, peace is the goal.
cherokee69
Beautiful work.
sossy
Ray, I'm so old and didn't know about this celebration! learning never ends! an impressive and interesting work! I wish you a HAPPY DEEPAWALI!!! ;o)))
Krystie
HAPPY DEEPAWALI RAJ! Excellent composition and thank you for the very interesting explanation!
Blush
Excellent collage And thanks for the bit of history on this as well I got my new image up I deleted the other day hehe Hope you drop by its historical here in my hometown Vote n hugs Susan~
Apophis906
Wow what a very beautiful collage here. Thank you for the information as well. Just an excellent all around job for sure.
tesla
Fantastic collage!!!Xlent colors!!!HAPPY DEEPAWALI and my your Gods watch over you and your family this new year!!!
AgentMai
Thanks for that lesson on Indian history and cultures, it's a very interesting topic for me =) Love your night captures, congrats on perfect exposures! Love the presentation of your collage, very eyecatching. Perfectly done =)