Coming up this October 24 2022, Diwali will be celebrated by millions of Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists worldwide, the largest celebrations being in India. Each faith has different historical events and stories they observe but the core of what the festival represents is celebrating light over dark, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance and new beginnings.
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The Ancient Origins of Diwali, India’s Biggest Holiday (History.com)
Diwali: What is it? (BBC)
Diwali: Hindu Festival (Britannica.com)
Diwali 2021 Rangoli Designs: 10 unique Rangoli designs made of rice flour (ETimes)
With Vaisakhi celebrations ahead, do you know how to pronounce ‘Sikh?’ (CTV News)