Day 4 Diwali – Goddess laxmi aarti and puja vidhi
Deepavali arrived from the word “deep” and “avali” means a row or line of diyas. In 2017 Diwali falls on 19th October. Deepavali or Diwali which is one of the brightest and significant festivals amongst all the Hindu festivals. The enthusiasm and the preparation going on since last many days, finally in the form of lights illuminating and dazzling everywhere marks the day of Deepawali. The crackers lights, sweets, diyas and family gatherings aptly sum up the joy and happiness of the people all around. With the lights illuminating everywhere signifies victory of light over darkness i.e. good over evil and eradicates all the negative influences from existence. Deepavali coincides with the dark moon night “Amavasya” of the Kartik month. The traditions and rituals vary from one region to other. Auspicious Time/ Muhurta 2017 Lakshmi Puja Muhurta = 19:39 to 20:26 Duration = 0 Hours 47 Mins Pradosh Kaal = 17:59 to 20:26 Vrishabha Kaal = 19:39 to 21:42 Amavasya Tithi ...