Why do people light candles at Diwali?

Diwali or Deepavali is called the festival of light . It's the celebration of homecoming of Ram and Sita after 14 years to Ayodhaya.Yet it is not just it , it was the victory of Ram over Ravan, the victory of good over evil. read more

Light is significant in Hinduism because it signifies purity, goodness, good luck and power. The existence of light means the non- existence of darkness and evil forces. Since, Diwali is celebrated on the new moon day when it is absolute darkness everywhere, people light millions of lamps to get rid of the darkness. read more

Some people use decorated light candles, some decorated diya or clay lamps, and other decorative lights and put them in their windows for the festival. Traditionally people use 'earthen lamps' with cotton wicks and oil to light up the dark night. read more