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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?
Which festival commemorates Rama’s return to his kingdom?
Which festival commemorates Rama’s return to his kingdom?
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?
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?
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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?
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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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Test your knowledge on Hindu festivals like Mahashivaratri, Navaratri, and Diwali. Learn about the traditions, rituals, and significance of these important celebrations in the Hindu culture.
