Diwali Dates: When Is The Festival Of Lights?

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Diwali Dates: When is the Festival of Lights?

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a major holiday celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains all over the world. It's a time for joy, celebration, and new beginnings. But when exactly is Diwali?

It's not a fixed date on the calendar! Diwali is celebrated on the new moon night in the Hindu lunisolar month of Kartik, which usually falls in October or November on the Gregorian calendar.

Confused? Let's break it down:

• Luni-solar calendar: This calendar is based on both the lunar cycle (the moon) and the solar cycle (the sun). It's a little more complex than our regular Gregorian calendar.
• Kartik month: This month starts on the new moon after the autumnal equinox (the day when day and night are equal).
• New moon night: This is the night when the moon is not visible.

So, how do you figure out the exact date?

You can use a religious calendar or check online resources. The official date is determined by the panchang, a Hindu calendar that lists auspicious timings for various events, including Diwali.

Why is it so important?

Diwali marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana and his return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. It's a celebration of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.

So, get ready to light up your lives with diyas, sparklers, and fireworks! Diwali is a time for family, friends, delicious food, and beautiful decorations.

What do you usually do to celebrate Diwali? Let me know in the comments below!