Vaak, the goddess who personifies oral communication and speech, is also worshiped on this day for good luck and wealth. In some villages, the day is associated with tigers. Men colour themselves in stripes representing tigers and in plain white representing cattle. Celebrated on the 13th day of Aso, in the honor of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth is extensively observed in Gujarat. Families buy gold, silver and precious metals in ordered to to welcome wealth and happiness. A common belief among Gujaratis and indeed several other communities in India is that if money is spent on this day it will bring prosperity and good luck to their families.
We made all these offerings. We had all the children to do one thing, and then we all threw flowers. The presence of lights in many different forms is crucial to celebrating this five-day festival. Diyas are hand-crafted little cups with flattened rims painted in bright colors and filled with oil. A cotton wick is placed half in the oil and half on a small shelf on the rim of the diya," explains Shipman, who notes that in modern times, many people now use tea lights instead.
A post shared by Mindy Kaling mindykaling. Deep , another name for the oil lamp, and avali which means 'rows or clusters of lamps. In addition to these lights and decorations, on Lakshmi Puja day, people will set off sparklers and fireworks to celebrate. Though, in recent years, these activities have been scaled back due to concerns about pollution and air quality. But it's not just all for show. According to Shipman, "the firecrackers symbolize a way to let things go," and to help release negative emotions.
According to Shipman, many families will dress up in new clothes on the main day of Diwali before hosting religious worship rituals or going to temple. In addition to looking sharp, sharing delicious desserts with friends and family is important. Visual decorations like rangolis an art form using colored sand, flowers, or other materials are also popular ways to celebrate Diwali. Sign Up. Edit Profile. Subscribe Now. Your Subscription Plan Cancel Subscription.
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