Happy Deepawali- Just A Street Shot.
The name "Diwali" or "Divali" is a contraction of deepavali which translates into "row of lamps". Diwali involves the lighting of small clay lamps filled with oil to signify the triumph of good over evil. These lamps are kept on during the night and one's house is cleaned, both done in order to welcome goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu Goddess of wealth . Firecrackers are burst because it is believed that it drives away evil spirits. During Diwali, all the celebrants wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks with family members and friends.
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With changing trends, the old Diwali rituals and customs are vanishing with each passing year. As per experts, if this pace of advancement continues, the old traditional trends will be a thing of the past. The top most vanishing trend of Diwali is earthen diyas. They are now being replaced by fancy Chinese lights. People are opting for them because of their affordable price and trendy looks.(~~~~TOI)
Happy Deepawali- Just A Street Shot.
The name "Diwali" or "Divali" is a contraction of deepavali which translates into "row of lamps". Diwali involves the lighting of small clay lamps filled with oil to signify the triumph of good over evil. These lamps are kept on during the night and one's house is cleaned, both done in order to welcome goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu Goddess of wealth . Firecrackers are burst because it is believed that it drives away evil spirits. During Diwali, all the celebrants wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks with family members and friends.
Wikipedia
With changing trends, the old Diwali rituals and customs are vanishing with each passing year. As per experts, if this pace of advancement continues, the old traditional trends will be a thing of the past. The top most vanishing trend of Diwali is earthen diyas. They are now being replaced by fancy Chinese lights. People are opting for them because of their affordable price and trendy looks.(~~~~TOI)