Diwali: Good triumphs over evil
Clay lamps, also known as diyas, are lit in homes or places of worship to symbolise the elimination of ignorance and darkness in life.
DIWALI or Deepavali, is one of the biggest Hindu festivals, also known as the festival of lights, and is this year celebrated tomorrow, Sunday, October 27.
The festival celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, and good over evil.
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Diwali is celebrated largely due to the legend of Lord Rama and his wife, Sita returning to their kingdom in Ayodhya.
Lord Rama and Sita were exiled in northern India for 14 years in the 15th century BC.
They then returned to their home after defeating the demon king, Ravanna. This marks the triumph of good over evil.
Firework displays form part of the celebrations, with some believing that in the legend, fireworks were set off to brighten the couple’s path back home.
Clay lamps, also known as ‘diyas’, are lit in homes or places of worship to symbolise the elimination of ignorance and darkness in life.
Many people also decorate floors with rangoli art, using coloured rice or powder.
One of the most anticipated parts of the celebration is the exchanging of sweetmeats between family and friends.
For some, Diwali is about is giving to those in need, so many families hand out hampers to the needy.
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