Malaysia is known is a multi-cultural country with a diverse mix of cultural traditions. Deepavali or Diwali is known s the Festival of Lights.There are said to be many different stories about the origin of the festival , but in Malaysia , it is celebrated as the day Lord Krishna killed the evil demon Narakasura, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.
The Festival of Lights or Deepavali festival celebrated on the last day of the month on the lunar calender , it is also the darkest day of the year and is lit up by the abundence of light. Small clay lamps which are filled with coconut oil and wicks are burned throughout the day and into the night to ward off darkness and evil. Fireworks and firecrackers are alo lit to scare off away the evil spirits as well as contribute to the festive atmosphere.
The preparation of the food is usually done by the women in the family while the rest of the family decorate and clean the house. The house is cleaned to welcome Laxmi, the goddess of prosperity.
Happy Deepavali uolss.
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