5 Fabulous Facts about Diwali to tell our kids
Diwali marks the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, but it also is a day of service
and generosity to our fellow man.
Diwali is the five-day Festival of Lights, vibrant colours, fireworks and delicious food. Celebrated
by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world.
The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word deepavali, meaning "rows of lighted lamps."
For Hindus - This festival commemorates the return of Rama and Sita to Ayodhya after his
fourteen-year long exile.
Apart from celebrating the victory of good over evil, Diwali is also celebrated to seek the
blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, who bestows wealth and good fortune
The spiritual significance of Diwali is that we should light up our inner selves.
Light represents knowledge, joy, and divinity, while darkness represents ignorance, sorrow, and evil.