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It's Holi: The Celebration of Colours and Culture ! Rejoice it Traditionally !!

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Abstract : Marking the beginning of spring after a long winter and signifying the triumph of good over evil, Holi is a festival celebrated annually around the end of February or early March in correspondence with the Hindu calendar's month of Phalguna. Though originating in India — and celebrated across its subcontinents for centuries (with literary documentation dating back to the fourth century) — Holi festivities take place in a variety of countries all over the world. The Festival of Colors, also known as Holi, is one of the most vibrant and joyous festivals celebrated in India. It is a Hindu spring festival that signifies the arrival of spring, the victory of good over evil, and the celebration of love and unity. Here's a description of the Festival of Colors in India: Keywords : Holi, Color, Unity in Diversity, Joy, Festival, Spring  Learning Outcomes: After undergoing this article you will be able to understand the following : Date and Duration:  The Festival

Unveiling the Significance of Dhanteras, Historical Background, Associated Rituals Greeting Each Other + Much More...!

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Abstract: Dhanteras is  a celebration of spiritual victory and the Diwali festivities , spanning over five days. On this day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kubera and Lord Dhanvantari, the God of Ayurveda and health, seeking blessings for wealth, prosperity and well-being. Keywords : Dhanteras, Festivals, Health, Blessings, Wealth, Prosperity and Well-being. What's Dhanteras exactly: An Introduction  ? The greatest Hindu festival named Diwali is kick-started with Dhanteras. In Nepal, the Tihar Festival starts with Dhanteras. The word Dhan is referred to wealth and Teras is referred to Thirteenth. Summing it up, the thirteenth lunar day of the Dark Fortnight or Krishna Paksha in the Vikram Samvat Hindu Calendar month of Ashwin is the day known to be Dhanteras.  What is the purpose of the Dhanteras? Dhanteras is considered one of the luckiest and best days to buy items. On this day, people purchase items made of brass, silver, and gold since it is believed that d