2. Diwali, also known as
“Deepawali”, means “a row or cluster of lights”
or “rows of diyas (clay lamps)”
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Two main stories: Red is in the
North, Blue is in the south
3. Brief History of Diwali
2 day Hindu festival held on the 15th day of
the month of Kartika in the Hindu calendar.
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Lord Rama, his wife Sita and
his brother Lakshmana forced into exile
Asura Naraka,imprisons tens of
thousands of inhabitants.
4. • Lord Rama kills Ravana-a demon king
• Krishna and his wife Satyabhama kill
Asura Naraka
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Return of Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana
Krishna rescues 16000 captive women
Lamps are lit to guide the way
5. The Day Before
Clean the house of junk
Bring good feelings
Decorate for Diwali
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6. The Day of Diwali
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7. 1. Take a oil bath
2. Wear brand new clothes
3. Make some puja and say prayers
4. Make lots of food to share with neighbors
5. Light many candles and turn on all lights to
help combat evil
6. Huge firework shows with neighbors and
friends
7. Exchange gifts
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8. The lighting of this
represents the
beginning of
happiness
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Prayers are offered for good luck and
good graces
Diwali pujas
New Clothes
worn
