Diwali, known as the festival of lights, is a Hindu (印度的) festival (hold) in honour of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. It has long been a cultural holiday, during which people get together, have parties, give gifts to each other and generally pray for better-off future. For some communities, the day after Diwali (mark) the beginning of the new year.
Its dates change each year because they are based on the Hindu lunar calendar, but (typical), the festival is celebrated in October or November. The (celebrate) usually lasts for several days. People will often line candles and lamps throughout their houses and along their driveways (light) up the surroundings.
For Hindus, Diwali is a timecharitable giving and selfless service. They are required to reflect on they are grateful for and how they can shine light on others as well. Hindus traditionally perform a deep cleaning of their homes and surroundings, as cleanliness (believe) to be a prayer for the presence of wealth and well-being. Hindus also celebrate with colorful patterns of flowers, powder, rice or sand on the floor, is meant to bring good luck.
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