Diwali 2011
Diwali is the he Indian Festival of Lights, is the one of the most widely celebrated festival of the people from the and across the whole world. Diwali means “rows of lights”,
Diwali is an important five-day festival in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, celebrated for different reasons. 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. For Jains, Diwali marks the attainment of moksha or nirvana by Mahavira. For Sikhs, Diwali is important because it celebrates the release from prison of the sixth guru, Guru Hargobind, who also rescued 52 Hindu kings held captive by Mughal Emperor.
The name "Diwali" is a contraction of "Deepavali". Diwali involves the lighting of small clay lamps (diyas or dīpas) filled with oil to signify the triumph of good over evil. During Diwali, all the celebrants wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks with family members and friends. Most Indian business communities begin the financial year on the first day of Diwali.
The Hindu Council of Australia, a national body representing all Australian Hindus (over 100,000), has been celebrating this festival of lights for the past 12 years on a large scale in Australia.
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