North India Statesman
The festival of Dhanteras marks the grand commencement of the five-day Diwali festivities, dedicated to welcoming health, longevity, and boundless prosperity into the household. While purchasing precious metals and utensils is a popular tradition, the core spiritual practice of the evening revolves around lighting 13 earthen lamps (diyas). According to …
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