Its fourth day is the start of Kartikka and coincides with the lunar new year.
Its fourth day is the start of Kartikka and coincides with the lunar new year. Jains believe that Mahavira passed into nirvana during this time, while Sikhs remember the return of Guru Hargobind from captivity over this holiday. Northern celebrants believe that, during this time, major figures from the Ramayana return to Ayodha. Its third day involves lighting of lanterns to encourage reflection, and it opens with the lighting of candles as a greeting to Lakshmi. For 10 points, name this five-day "festival of lights" celebrated in India every autumn.
Its fourth day is the start of Kartikka and coincides with the lunar new year.
{Divali} [or {Diwali}; or {Deepavali}]