Diwali Celebration - History Behind the Diwali Celebration

In Southern India, people celebrate Deepawali in their own way. They believe that it is the victory of Lord Krishna against the demon, Narkasura. On the day of Naraka Chaturdashi, people celebrate the destruction of the demon Narakasura as it is believed to be the 14th day on which the demon was killed. Lord Krishna killed the demon Narkasura, as he was causing great unhappiness amongst the people of the world. Narkasura was believed to be a demon of grime, covered in musk. He used to kidnap young beautiful women and forced them to live with him. The 16,000 women were kept in captivity by the demon king. Hearing their cries, Lord Vishnu, came in the form of Lord Krishna for their rescue. Firstly, Lord Krishna had to fight with a five-headed monster who guarded the demon's home. After that, Lord Krishna destructed Narkasura and the women were freed from the oppressive tyranny of the demon and all heaved a sigh of relief. With a view to removing any stigma on them, especially societal dignity, Sri Krishna gave all of them the status of his wives. After the slaying of Narakasura Sri Krishna bathed himself with oil spreading all over his body, in the early morning of Chaturdashi. Mother Earth requested Sri Krishna that the day be celebrated as one of jubilation as she is believed to be Narakasura. Sri Krishna accepted and since then the tradition has been continued. Mother Earth reconciled herself to the loss of her son. She set an example for the others of how one has to forget one's personal joys and sorrows for the sake of the welfare of the world.

In western India, it is celebrated in the honour of the King Bali who was immensely popular with his subjects for his generosity. However, king Bali had become arrogant and conceited. His generosity was put to test by Lord Vishnu who appeared in the disguise of a dwarf and asked him for a piece of land equal to his three steps. When Bali granted his wish, Lord Vishnu took the form of a super giant person, and with his two steps covered Bali's entire kingdom. With his third step he pushed Bali to the under land. Since then, his people celebrated his arrival on this day.

In West Bengal, it is celebrated in honour of Goddess Durga. For Bengalis, worship Goddess Kali, yet another form of Goddess Durga. Kali is the Goddess who takes away darkness. She cuts down all impurities and purifies her devotees with the sincerity of her love.

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Why Diwali is Celebrated in Nothern India - History Behind the Celebration of Deepawali

Diwali is the festival of lights. It is the celebration of victory over vice. It is celebrated by Indians all over the world. Nowadays, Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and even Buddhists celebrate this festival happily and enthusiastically. Diwali is an important, most popular and eagerly awaited festival. It is celebrated in different parts of India differently with a different point of view. There is a history behind the celebration of Deepawali.

In the Northern side of India people celebrate Diwali in their own customs and traditions. People believe that it is the day of return of Lord Ram to his kingdom Ayodhya after fourteen years in exile from the forests from the war against tyrant Ravana. Queen Seeta was abducted by the king of Lanka, Ravana. So, Ram's father, Dashrath, advised him to go to the wild forests to get back the queen. Lord went to the forests with his only brother, Laxman. Finally, Lord Hanuman found Seeta in the kingdom of Ravana. He then went to inform Lord Ram. Then they all reached Lanka with the army of monkies and bears and invaded Lanka. Ravana's brother also joined with them. Ravana defeated. After the victory, Ram returned to Ayodhya. This rejoiced people and welcomed by lighting rows of oil clay lamps.

Today in India, people on the day of Deepawali, remembers the victory honored to Lord Ram. On this day, people wake up early in the morning and wear good clothes. Children and all the elders burst the crackers. It looks very beautiful to see crackers bursting everywhere. They also offer sweets to each other. In the north of India; Hindu merchants open their new books and pray to Goddess Laxmi, the Goddess of wealth, for a joyful and prosperous new year.
Many Years ago, in the village of Gokul, people prayed to the God Indra and wished to send the rains, which can make their crops, grow. But Krishna convinced people to worship the mountain Govardhan, as the land around it was fertile. This did not please Indra. He sent thunder and lightening and torrential rain down on the village. People cried for the help to Krishna. Krishna lifted the top of the mountain with his finger and it saved the villagers. On this day of Diwali, Hindus offer food to God by thanking God.

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