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Diyas lit for Diwali. Hindu Holidays: Celebrating Gods and Seasons
Why is Diwali called the Festival of Lights?
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People lighting traditional earthen lamps during the Hindu festival Diwali in India. flame
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Why is Diwali called the Festival of Lights?
Learn about the meaning of the name Diwali and the significance of the festival in...
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Diyas lit for Diwali.
On Diwali, lighting lamps called diyas are an important part of the celebration.
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Rangoli for Diwali
Lines and lamps joining together in a rangoli for Diwali, the festival of...
© Subharnab Majumdar

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Hindu Holidays: Celebrating Gods and Seasons
A collection of articles on holidays and festivals in Hinduism.
Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.

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On This Day: Diwali
Today's program takes a break from the Gregorian calendar to explore Diwali, a week...
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