Diwali Stamps 2016

In 2022. the U.S. Postal Service® celebrates the joyous festival of Diwali. which is also known as Deepavali. One of the mostimportant annual Hindu events. the holiday celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Spanning five days each autumn. it isconsidered by some to be the start of the new year.

Diwali is a shortened version of the Sanskrit word Deepavali. which roughly translates as a necklace of lights. During Diwaliflickering oil-wick lamps called diyas dot the homes of observers around the world. The stamp features a traditional diya against abackground of glimmering gold and flower petals.

The meaning of Diwali often depends on regional identity on the Indian subcontinent. but Hindu stories provide a framework for thesignificance of the festival. For many people in the north of India. the holiday honors the return of Rama. an incarnation or avatar ofthe god Vishnu. after a long period of exile. For some in the south of India. it marks the defeat of the demon Narakasura byKrishna. another incarnation of Vishnu. Others commemorate Vishnu's decision to make King Bali ruler of the underworld.



Before the festival. many Hindus go shopping; clean their homes; open their doors and windows; create intricate rangoli. a vibrantfloor pattern traditionally made from materials such as rice powder. colored sand. and flower petals; and light diyas with hopes thatLakshmi. the goddess of wealth and prosperity. will visit. In some regions of India. people gamble and play games. just as Hindulore says that deity Shiva did. On the festive main day of the holiday. families pray to Lakshmi. dress up in their best clothes. enjoylavish feasts and sweets. exchange gifts. and light fireworks. Diwali also marks the new year for people in Gujarat and a few otherstates in India.

Diwali is an important festival in several religions. Buddhists honor ancient Indian Emperor Ashoka's conversion to Buddhism.Jains commemorate the teacher Mahavira's attainment of liberation from the cycle of life and death. Sikhs celebrate the freeing ofguru Hargobind from captivity.

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