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“W” is for “Worship” - Hindus worship Lord Ganesha and Lakshmi for good fortune and prosperity. Goddess Lakshmi is goddess of
wealth
New clothing is worn to pay respect to Goddess Lakshmi for blessings of prosperity, good health and good fortune.
New Clothing
“A” is for “Art” - Rangoli, paper lanterns and children’s crafts are popular activities
Rangoli, made of colored powder, dry grains and/or flowers, adorns the doorstep to welcome guests with honor. Diwali is a season for visiting
with friends and family.
“L” is for “Legends” Diwali represents victory of good over evil. There are different legends associated with Diwali – Lord Rama’s homecoming: on this
day Lord Ram returned home with his wife Sita and brother Lakshman after 14 years of exile. Other legends include marriage of Lord Vishnu and Goddess
Laxmi, Krishna legends etc. Goddess Kali is also worshiped on this day.
“I” is for “International” - Diwali is actually celebrated all over the world – USA, UK, Australia, Thailand, Malayasia, Africa, etc. Diwali is a true global
holiday. Traditional dances add to the festivities.Diwali means family, friends, fun, food, festivity and firecrackers.
Happy Diwali!
Indian festivals are all about food. Savory snacks, like samosas, are also relished to the last crumb. Sweets, or mithais, are enjoyed during Diwali. We hope you enjoy the yummy snacks prepared by our awesome moms.