Happy Diwali Cards and wishes |
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May this Diwali brings Good luck,
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Five Days of Diwali Tradition |
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Diwali most popularly referred as festival of lights is one the most important
and highly awaited festival for all Hindus. This festival is hugely cherished in
all the states of India as well neighboring countries like Nepal. Originally,
the festival was known by the name as Deepawali, which has its origin from
Sanskrit, meaning "rows of Deep".
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Dhanters Significance |
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Significance and Story of DhanterasDhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is a Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the five-day-long Diwali festival. It falls on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik (October/November). The word "Dhanteras" is derived from two Sanskrit words - "Dhan" meaning wealth and "Teras" meaning the thirteenth day. According to Hindu mythology, on this day, Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the ocean during the churning of the Milky Sea (Samudra Manthan) along with other treasures such as the divine nectar (Amrit), the moon, and the wish-fulfilling tree (Kalpavriksha). Hence, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera, the God of wealth, on this day to seek their blessings for prosperity and good fortune. How Dhanteras is CelebratedDhanteras is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion across India. People clean and decorate their homes with rangolis, diyas, and flowers. They also buy new clothes, jewelry, and utensils as it is considered auspicious to purchase new things on this day. On Dhanteras, people perform Lakshmi Puja in the evening. They light diyas and offer flowers, sweets, and fruits to the Goddess. Some people also keep a fast on this day and break it after the puja. It is believed that performing Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras brings wealth, prosperity, and happiness in one's life. In some parts of India, people also make rangolis with rice flour and draw footprints of Goddess Lakshmi entering their homes. They also light firecrackers to celebrate the occasion. |
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Ram Temple in Ayodhya |
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The Ram Temple in Ayodhya is a significant religious site for Hindus around the world. It is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, a major deity in Hinduism. The temple is built in the Nagara style of architecture, with a grand structure that includes 5 domes. The temple is expected to be open to the public by 2023. The Ram Temple holds immense cultural and historical significance, symbolizing the resolution of the long-standing Ayodhya dispute. |
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