Festivals of light are strongly related to the religious significance of light, which is generally considered as a rebirth of the spirit and the mind, a moment in which the good overcomes the bad. Although each religion has a different interpretation of light, all these festivals are connected to an ancient celebration typical of the Hindu culture. This event was later processed by different cultures and religions according to their own features, creating slightly different rituals they participate in.
Festival of lights – Diwali
Diwali is a Hindu festival that commemorates the Hindu New Year and it is usually celebrated in October or November all over India. Diwali is short for Deepavali and literally means: rows of lamps. During this five-day celebration, which is also called the Festival of Lights, Hindus fill their houses and gardens every night with clay oil lamps or candles to kindle the light of wisdom in every heart, the....
