Symbolism
What does Diwali symbolize?
Diwali symbolizes light over darkness, or good over evil.
Why do we celebrate festivals?
Festivals are a way to celebrate our culture and traditions with friends and families.
When is Makar Sankranti celebrated?
January 14
How many days is Diwali celebrated?
5 days
What is the symbolism of diya or lights?
Diyas symbolize goodness and because Diwali is always celebrated during a new moon day it also symbolizes light over darkness.
Why do we celebrate Mahashivratri?
This is celebrated to offer prayers to Lord Shiva for holding the poison in his throat during the churning of the ocean of milk.
What is the name of the Hindi month during which Diwali is celebrated?
It is always celebrated during Kartik amavasya.
What part of India is Durga Pooja mostly popular?
What is the symbolism of Guru?
The "Gu" in Guru means darkness and "Ru" indicates the removal of darkness. It also means light over darkness.
Why is Navaratri celebrated for nine days?
Goddess Durga fought with the demon Mahishasura for nine days before killing him on the tenth and freeing the world from his evilness.
When is Ganesh Chaturti celebrated?
It is always celebrated on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the Hindi month Bhadrapada.
What is the Hindi name of the month when Janmashtami is celebrated?
Bhadrapada or Shraavana
What is the symbolism of the colors during Holi?
The colors symbolize the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil.
Why is Makar Sankranti celebrated?
It's a very auspicious festival which marks the sun's transition into the zodiac sign, Capricorn. Bathing in the holy rivers during this time is believed to get rid of past sins and sins from this life.
What day does Mahashivratri fall upon based on the Hindu calendar and what month is it?
Falls on the 14th day also known as "Maagha" or "Pahlgun" and it happens during February/March.
How many Jyotirlingas are there in total and what country are they located in?
There are 12, all of which are located in India.
What does Mahashivratri symbolize?
This festival symbolizes Lord Shiva protecting the world from imbalances.
Why do people fast till midnight during Janmashtami?
Krishna was born during midnight so most people choose to fast until then and break their fast after singing bhajans and doing aartis.
When is the Hindu New Year?
Falls during the Hindu month of Chaitra.
Name at least three names of the nine total names of Goddess Durga.
Shailaputri, Bhramacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmandu, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kaalratri, Mahagauri, and Siddihidhatri.