5 days
What is the first day of Thiar called?
Kaag Tihar, is dedicated to the worship of this black-feathered bird.
Which flower do we commonly use for garlands on bhai tika?
The Makhamali flower, used in the garland for Bhai Tika, is also known by this common flower name.
What is the meaning for Tihar and why do we celebrate it?
The entire five-day festival is sometimes referred to as Yamapanchak because of the five days dedicated to this Hindu God.
Tihar is widely known by this alternative, descriptive title due to the illuminating nature of the celebration.
What is the final day of Tihar?
The Newari community calls the final day, Bhai Tika, by this name.
Sisters use this seven-colored mark on their brother's forehead during the final day's ceremony.
tika
who do we honor on the first day of Tihar?
Honored on Day 1 (Kaag Tihar), this animal is believed to be the informant or messenger of Yama.
What do we place around our houses to welcome Mata Laxmi?
On Laxmi Puja, rows of these small oil lamps are lit to welcome the Goddess of Wealth.
Which animal is honored on the fourth day of Tihar?
Goru Tihar
This flower, often orange or yellow, is a popular choice for garlands to decorate homes and temples.
sayapatri flower
Who was the second messenger for Yama, and who gaurds the gates for his kingdom?
Kukur Tihar, honors this loyal animal, believed to guard the gates of Yama's kingdom.
Children and young adults visit homes to sing the traditional Tihar song.
Deusi
What is the third day of Tihar named after?
Ghai Tihar, to honor Mata Laxmi goddess of wealth
The flower garland for Bhai Tika is said to symbolize the sister's prayer for the brother's long life because the flower does not easily do this.
The Mhakamali does not easily die, and can withstand harsh temperatures and climates.
What is the fourth day of Tihar called?
The Govardhan Puja on Day 4 is also celebrated because Lord Krishna lifted this geographical feature on one finger.
Why do we leave our homes lit with candles, lights, and diyas?
The belief that the Goddess Laxmi will not visit a dark home is the reason for the extensive use of these at night.
What is another name for Tihar?
Tihar is also called Yamapanchak because its five days are dedicated to this specific Hindu deity and his messengers
The elaborate, colorful designs made on the floors and entranceways of homes to welcome Goddess Laxmi are known as this.
Rangolis
Bhai Tika is linked to the story of Yama and his sister, whose name is this.
Yamuna/Yami
The term "Swanti" is the name for Tihar used by this major ethnic group of Nepal.
Newar people