Diwali or Deepavali: Illuminating the Tapestry of Lights, Legends, and Pujas
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Diwali or Deepavali: Illuminating the Tapestry of Lights, Legends, and Pujas

Introduction Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in Hinduism. This festival of lights signifies the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is marked by vibrant decorations, family gatherings, and the illumination of countless lamps. Origins and Legends Ramayana Connection: In the…

Narak Chaturdashi: Triumph of Light over Darkness
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Narak Chaturdashi: Triumph of Light over Darkness

Narak Chaturdashi, also known as Choti Diwali or Roop Chaudas, is celebrated on the fourteenth day (Chaturdashi) of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Ashwin (October-November). It precedes the main day of Diwali. The festival is associated with various stories, but it doesn’t have a specific mention in a particular Hindu scripture….