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What festival is celebrated with the lighting of bonfires and squirting colored water or powder on friends and family?
What festival is celebrated with the lighting of bonfires and squirting colored water or powder on friends and family?
- Navaratri
- Mahashivaratri
- Holi (correct)
- Diwali
Which festival commemorates Rama’s return to his kingdom?
Which festival commemorates Rama’s return to his kingdom?
- Navaratri
- Holi
- Diwali (correct)
- Mahashivaratri
During which festival do devotees worship Shiva by repeating his name, placing flowers on his image, and keeping vigil and fasting for 24 hours?
During which festival do devotees worship Shiva by repeating his name, placing flowers on his image, and keeping vigil and fasting for 24 hours?
- Diwali
- Mahashivaratri (correct)
- Navaratri
- Holi
Which festival is dedicated to worshipping Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati on different nights?
Which festival is dedicated to worshipping Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati on different nights?
Which festival is celebrated over 5 days with the decoration of houses with lights, giving of gifts, and setting off fireworks?
Which festival is celebrated over 5 days with the decoration of houses with lights, giving of gifts, and setting off fireworks?
Flashcards
Holi
Holi
Celebrated with bonfires and colored powder/water.
Diwali
Diwali
Commemorates Rama's return; includes lights and fireworks.
Mahashivaratri
Mahashivaratri
Devotees worship Shiva with vigil, fasting, and flowers.
Navaratri
Navaratri
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Diwali's duration
Diwali's duration
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Study Notes
Hindu Festivals
- Holika Dahan festival is celebrated with the lighting of bonfires and squirting colored water or powder on friends and family.
Rama's Return to Kingdom
- Diwali festival commemorates Rama's return to his kingdom.
Worship of Shiva
- Maha Shivaratri festival involves devotees worshiping Shiva by repeating his name, placing flowers on his image, and keeping vigil and fasting for 24 hours.
Goddesses Festival
- Durga Puja festival is dedicated to worshipping Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati on different nights.
Lights and Fireworks Festival
- Diwali festival is celebrated over 5 days with the decoration of houses with lights, giving of gifts, and setting off fireworks.
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