For Sikhs, meanwhile, Diwali celebrates sixth Guru, who serves as a source of inspiration and a symbol for freedom. The guru was in prison and refused to leave prison without the other 52 ...

Diwali is rich in cultural symbols that represent themes of light, prosperity, and happiness, each having unique significance that adds more value to the celebration. Diyas represent the triumph ...

As Hindus in the D.C. area and worldwide celebrate the five-day holiday Diwali, they want to bring back their sacred symbol: the swastika. Niti Srivastava, executive director of the Indian ...

A huge crowd was seen at Bhagirath Palace on Oct. 27 in New Delhi, India, shopping for lights and lamps ahead of the Diwali Festival. The holiday is celebrated with many traditions and symbols.

Around one billion people worldwide and across the U.S. will celebrate Diwali this week. Diwali, also known as Deepavali and the Hindu “Festival of Lights,” is one of India's most widely ...

Barbie has a new Diwali doll just in time for Festival of ... jasmine and Indian lotus — which are known to be symbols of strength and beauty. Her look is complete with beautiful bangles and ...

and other Diwali symbols. 3. Diya Art Board: Draw a large size diya on the board and decorate it with small colorful and vibrant diya designs and other Diwali symbols. Use a mix of paint ...

jasmine and Indian lotus — elements that Mattel describes as “symbols of strength and beauty.” In a post on her Instagram account, the designer wrote, “This Barbie Diwali doll represents ...

Kindergarten children at Wyoming Seminary Lower School picked up their crayons and began to color pictures of Diwali symbols, including lanterns called diyas, sweets called laddo and designs ...