As many have known, Deepavali is a religious festival celebrated by the Hindus. It is one of the most important and celebrated festivals in Hinduism.
Another famous name for this auspicious celebration is the ‘festival of lights’.
What is the significance of light in Deepavali?
Additionally, light is the symbol of life, survival and clarity. As light helps humans see, Deepavali also celebrates the importance of vision since it is one of the core receptors for us to appreciate the world God created.
Uniquely, since Deepavali virtues the vitality of light in our lives, no celebration is complete without festive jokes that can ‘light up’ your day.
Deepavali #OOTD
Interestingly, this glorious day won’t be complete without some #OOTD posts on Instagram. We can feast our eyes on beautiful women in saree and handsome men in dhoti. Don’t forget to tap the heart button on every post you see!
Deepavali then vs. now
Celebrating Deepavali now and then must be different to many. Before, it might be fun, but now, especially in Malaysia, if you’re working, you probably won’t get any ‘duit raya’ ever again…
Have a good laugh with this nostalgic ad
Some festive advertisements could be tear-jerking. Also, who could forget the Petronas ad for Hari Raya and this ad for the Chinese New Year? But fear not! For Deepavali, the light will continue to burn with this nostalgic (and funny) ad.
Gorgeous Deepavali decoration in KLCC
Not only that, some shopping malls in Malaysia went all out with their Deepavali decorations this year. Impressive!
Don’t separate Malaysians and papadom
As you may know, Deepavali is about giving and receiving. And who wouldn’t be happy to get a bucket full of papadom?
A slightly different Kolam drawn by a unique artist
Rangoli, or Kolam (an array of colours), is a traditional art from 5,000 years ago, during the pre-Ayan period.
For this kolam, though, no one can step on it for seven business days. The effort is applaudable!
Netflix India is serving ‘looks’ this Deepavali
South India’s Netflix lights up the world with new releases this Deepavali. Check them out here!
Exiting the theatre in style
Time flies very fast, but Deepavali will surely come again next year. Also, with more films on the waiting list next year, everyone will definitely leave the theatre in style.
May everyone has a fantastic time celebrating this festival of lights. Happy Deepavali to all!
Sources: Isha, Twitter, Youtube Petronas, Youtube Netflix India