Five Day of Diwali History, History of Deepavali

History of Diwali | Deepavali History | Five Day of Diwali History

Diwali is one of the biggest festival of Hindus, celebrated with great enthusiasm and happiness in India. The festival is celebrated for five continuous days, where the third days is celebrated as the "Festival of Lights" the main Diwali festival or Different colorful varieties of fireworks are always associated with this festival.

On this day, people light up diyas and candles all around their house. They perform Laxmi Puja in the evening and seek divine blessings of Goddess of Wealth. The festival of Diwali is never complete without exchange of gifts. People present Diwali gifts to all near and dear ones.

Diwali is an official holiday in India. For Hindus, Diwali is one of the most important festivals of the year and is celebrated in families by performing traditional activities together in their homes. During Diwali, all the celebrants wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks with family members and friends.

Diwali commemorates the return of Lord Rama, along with Sita and Lakshmana, from his 14-year-long exile and vanquishing the demon-king Ravana. In Ayodhya, the people welcomed them by lighting rows of clay lamps so it is an occasion in honor of Rama's victory over Ravana; of Truth's victory over Evil.

The Five Day of Diwali History :-

Dhanteras : The first day of Diwali is called Dhanvantari Triodasi or Dhanwantari Triodasi also called Dhan Theras... More Info

Choti Diwali / Narak Chaturdasi : The second day of Diwali is called Narak Chaturdasi. It is the fourteenth lunar day (thithi) of the dark forthnight of the month of Kartik and the eve of Diwali... More Info

Lakshmi Puja on Diwali : The third day of Diwali is the actual Diwali. This is the day when worship for Mother Lakshmi is performed... More Info

Gudi Padwa and Goverdhan Puja : The fourth day of Diwali, Goverdhan Pooja is performed... More Info

Bhaidooj / Bhaiya Dooj : The fifth day of the diwali is called Bhratri Dooj. It is a day dedicated to sisters... More Info