Diwali History
Why do we celebrate Diwali?
This is what Indian sweets are commonly known as (in Gujarati/Hindi)
Mithai
A decorative door hanging - usually made of Marigolds and Mango leaves
Toran
Who is the goddess people worship during Diwali?
Goddess Lakshmi
How many days is Diwali?
5 days
For how many years did Ram Bhagwan go for Van Vas?
14 years
Fried munchkin soaked in Sugar syrup
Gulab Jamun
What is Lakshmi the goddess of?
Prosperity and Wealth
Which god is worshipped alongside Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali
Lord Ganesh
What is celebrated on the 5th day of Diwali
For how many years did Ram Bhagwan go for Van Vas?
14 years
What is the most popular FOOD during Diwali?
Samosas
In the Hindu calendar, what is the importance of Diwali?
Diwali is the Hindu new Year
This is the primary color of Rangoli, signifying peace, purity, and tranquility.
White
Name the days in chronological order for Diwali
Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj
Why do we do Govardhan Puja?
Celebrates the story of Lord Krishna saving the people of Gokul by lifting the Govardhan Hill with his little finger
What are the most popular SWEETS during Diwali?
This particular flower is considered the design inspiration for rangoli
Lotus
Diwali falls how many days after Dusshera?
21 days
On Dhanteras, we wash ____ and pray to _____
money and Goddess Lakshmi
He brought storms that forced Lord Krishna and his villagers to seek refuge under Govardhan paravat
Lord Indra
Meaning "Mountain of Food" at the temple
Annakoot
This flower symbolizes auspiciousness and is offered to God as symbol of trust in the divinity
Marigold
Diwali falls on this month in Hindu Lunar Calendar
Karthik
Why do we celebrate Naraka Chaturdashi?
To celebrate Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura