This holiday  commemorates Lakshmi by illuminating rows of wooden lanterns and oil lamps.
Some traditions begin this holiday a day early by commemorating the milking of the Earth in the   form of a cow. The drawing of small footprints and buying of silver jewelry characterize its first  day, and courtyards are decorated with colorful grains and powders arranged in floral patterns in   preparation for this holiday. On its fifth and final day, brothers dine at the homes of their sisters,  and this holiday welcomes the goddess of wealth during the autumn month of Ashvin. This holiday  commemorates Lakshmi by illuminating rows of wooden lanterns and oil lamps. Name this Hindu  festival of lights.
Some traditions begin this holiday a day early by commemorating the milking of the Earth in the   form of a cow.
Diwali or Deepavali