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As generations settle in the United States, one of the most important things is to remember who we are and what the significance of our Hindu festivals are. This page serves as a purpose for educating our community on the different Hindu festivals. Come back to this page as a festival approaches. You will find a link to a document that talks about the festival. |
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Hindu festivals |
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Hindu Festivals |
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Uttarayana |
14th January, every year |
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Holi |
Day after first full moon in March, every year |
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Rakshabandhan (Rakhi) |
Full moon day that falls in August. |
http://wsgfl.westsussex.gov.uk/ccm/content/topics/08/rakshabandhan-hindu.en |
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Navratri |
The festival is celebrated for nine nights every year during September or October based on Hindu calendar. |
http://www.clipsbayarea.org/Hindu_Festivals/Navratri_CLiPS_2006.pdf |
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Diwali |
Diwali symbolizes the victory of good over evil, and lamps are lit as a sign of celebration and hope for mankind. The reason for celebrating Diwali is the return of Lord Ram, after killing Ravan (Demon) during his exile for 14 years. The day of killing Ravan is celebrated as Dushehra (19~21 days before Diwali). |
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