Diwali 2024 Date: The festival of Diwali holds special significance in Hindu religion. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. This festival is celebrated on the Amavasya date of Kartik month according to the Hindu calendar. This five-day festival is associated with the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and the killing of the demon Narakasura by Lord Krishna.
The festival of Diwali is also associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. On this day, people pray to the Gods and Goddesses for blessings, forgiveness and spiritual knowledge by lighting lamps in their homes, offering prayers and performing rituals.
The spiritual message of Diwali inspires us to remove the darkness within us, adopt virtues and spread the light of knowledge, love and compassion. This year there is a lot of confusion among people regarding the festival of Diwali. 31st October or 1st November….on which day Diwali puja will be performed. Religious leaders have set different dates across the country. Let us know what is the exact date of Diwali puja…..
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When to celebrate Diwali, 31st October or 1st November?
According to the Hindu calendar, this year Diwali will be celebrated on 1 November 2024. Amavasya Tithi will start at 03:52 PM on 31st October 2024 and end at 06:16 PM on 1st November 2024. Diwali will last from 05:36 pm to 08:11 pm. But let us tell you that Diwali will be celebrated in Rajasthan only on 31st October. (Diwali 2024 Date)
Dhanteras (Day 1): 13th of Kartik Krishna Paksha, 30 October 2024
Chhoti Diwali or Narak Chaturdashi (Day 2): 14th day of Kartik Krishna Paksha, 31 October 2024
Lakshmi Puja or Diwali (Day 3): 15th day of Kartik Krishna Paksha (Amavasya), 1 November 2024
Govardhan Puja (Day 4): First date of Kartik Shukla Paksha, 2 November 2024
Bhai Dooj (Day 5): Dwitiya Tithi of Kartik Shukla Paksha, 3 November 2024
Significance and Rituals
Diwali, the festival of lights, is a joyous celebration honoring the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. This sacred Hindu festival commemorates the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakasura. Diwali also worships Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of prosperity and wealth. The festival symbolizes the inner struggle between light and darkness, encouraging devotees to defeat their inner demons and develop virtues.
Diwali rituals are full of tradition and symbolism. Preparations begin with cleaning and decoration of houses, followed by worshiping Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi. Devotees light diyas (earthen lamps), candles and fireworks to illuminate their surroundings, symbolizing the victory of light. Sweets, fruits and flowers are offered to the deities, while family and friends exchange gifts. The five-day celebration includes Dhanteras, Chhoti Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj, each with its own unique rituals and significance. Through these customs, Diwali reinforces the values of love, compassion and self-reflection, fostering a sense of community, renewal and spiritual growth.