Diwali 2022 falls on Monday, October 24. Diwali is a festival of lights and is one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. Diwali is celebrated in honour of Lord Rama as he returned to Ayodhya with his wife Sita and his brother Lakshmana after defeating the demon Ravana in Lanka, after a 14-year exile. The residents of Ayodhya lighted the streets and houses with oil lamps and diyas to celebrate the arrival of Lord Rama. Since then, people have celebrated Diwali to signify the triumph of light over darkness. Diwali is celebrated as a symbol of victory of good over evil. It is celebrated during the Hindu month Kartika and usually lasts five days, or six in some regions of India.
The Jains celebrate Diwali which marks the final liberation of Mahavira. The Sikhs celebrate Bandi Chhor Divas to mark the release of Guru Hargobind from a Mughal prison. In Bengal, this day is celebrated to worship the Goddess of 'shakti' - Devi Kali.
When is Diwali 2022?
Diwali is a five day long celebration that starts with Dhanteras on the 13th lunar day of the Krishna paksha of the Hind month of Kartik. It ends with the celebration of Bhai Dooj that falls on the 17th lunar day of the Shukla paksha of the Hindu month of Kartik. Some regions of India start Diwali festivities the day before Dhanteras with Govatsa Dwadashi.
2022 Diwali celebration starts with Dhanteras on October 23, 2022 Sunday and ends with Bhai Dooj on October 27, 2022 Thursday. Lakshmi Puja, the most auspicious of Diwali festival days is celebrated as the day of Diwali. Diwali 2022 falls on Monday, October 24.
Diwali 2022 : Preparation
People clean their houses, shops, and offices a few days before the celebration since it is believed cleanliness is next to godliness. People decorate their homes with traditional rangoli, diyas and lights. New clothes, jewelry, utensils and sweets are purchased for the auspicious day. Gifts and sweets are bought to give to each other.
Diwali 2022 : Significance
Diwali illuminates houses and hearts of people. Diwali festivities spread happiness and unity. This festival spreads the message of togetherness and friendship. Diwali teaches us to be kind to everyone and has a patient heart and mind. This festival teaches us that good always wins over evil and that we must eradicate darkness with light.
Diwali is a festival of hope, success and fortune. It is widely believed that Diwali is the day when the Hindu Goddess "Lakshmi" travels to the earth and bless the people with happiness, wealth and prosperity. The day is dedicated specially for the Lakshmi Pooja.
Diwali is a festival to give and forgive. It is a common practice in Diwali for people to forget and forgive the injustices. Diwali holds significance spiritually because it symbolises the triumph of good over evil. The main motive of the festival is to spread happiness with your loved ones. Diwali is a significant festival for everyone that brings happiness and blessings.
Diwali 2022 : Celebration
Diwali is not just the lights, gambling, and fun-filled surprises and gifts; Diwali is also a time to reflect on one's life, past deeds and making the right changes for the upcoming year.
Diwali is a celebration that unites people from every corner. Diwali is celebrated by a large number of people globally. Diwali celebration includes lightning the house with diyas and lights and decorates the house with traditional rangolis. People often visits their relatives during Diwali to celebrate this auspicious day.
Delicious and different types of food are prepared on the day of Diwali. A variety of sweets are made and shared with peoples. People wear new clothes on the day of Diwali. Lights and diyas are also lit to celebrate Diwali.
The main celebration is believed to worship the Goddess Lakshmi. Families gather together to honour her. There is a tradition to leave the windows and doors of the house open to seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and other deities of wealth. During the night, people also gathered to burn and watch vibrant firework. Diwali is a celebration of prosperity, Diwali gives us the strength and the zeal to carry on with our work and goodwill for the rest of the year.
Wishes and Messages for Diwali 2022
- May this Diwali mark the start of a happy and prosperous year for you.
- Wishing you a warm, cozy, and bright Diwali.
- May the lights of Diwali burn away your problems.
- Hope this Diwali is the start of a year where all your dreams come true.
- Wishing you a Diwali that's as sweet as the treats you'll eat to celebrate it.
- Hoping Diwali brings warmth and peace into your life.
- Let’s add another lovely memory to our life by celebrating Diwali with our families and friends. A lovely Diwali to you.
- May Diwali bring you enough light to chase away all the darkness in your life.
- Best wishes for a joyous Diwali filled with love and happiness.
- Wishing you a year that's as dazzling as the Diwali lights.
- May the lights of Diwali burn away your troubles this year.
- May the Diwali festive season be filled with celebrations, festivities, and great zeal. I wish everyone a happy Diwali.
- May the Goddess of Wealth, Maa Lakshmi, shower you with riches. Here’s wishing you a joyous Diwali in 2022.
- May the Diwali magic fill our lives with more love, affection, and respect for one another. Happy Diwali to all my loved ones.
- This Diwali, may Goddess Lakshmi remove all your troubles. May you be showered with joy, health, wealth, and riches.
