Sunday, 30 October 2011

Diwali Gift Ideas: Traditional Or Contemporary...

Come October and its a time to rejoice, a time for celebrations. Indians all over wait for celebrations and Diwali is one such occasion when India from the North to the south, from east to the west is celebrating in one spirit- the spirit of victory over the evil. The celebration for this grand festival starts two to three weeks before the onset of the festival. In fact families plan for gifts for Diwali in the beginning of the year.

Celebrations for Diwali can be traditional or contemporary. But most families and individuals like to keep the celebrations with the traditional touch that’s the essence of being an Indian. The rituals during the festival vary according to region. However, offering of prayers and worshipping Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Ganesha, the remover of obstacles is common to all Hindu households. Besides spring-cleaning the house to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, Diwali is a time for gifting. People exchange gifts on Diwali as a sign of respect, love, thankfulness, appreciation and togetherness. Read More

1 comment:

  1. I love the thoughts which are expressed here.Diwali is the festival of lights, better known for fireworks and the joie de vivre. Diwali is also synonymous to exchange of gifts and deepawali corporate gifts are a major trend in the Indian corporate world.

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