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Diwali 2009 or Deepavali – Five day Festival of Lights

Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the five-day festival celebrated with much gusto and enthusiasm. This festival of lights is celebrated for five days throughout India. Diwali festival celebrations start with Dhan Teras, also known as Dhanvantari Triodasi, and ends with Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhatru Dwitiya. Here are some details about the five festive days celebrated during Diwali festival.

Dhan Teras 2009 or Dhan Triodasi – First day of Diwali:

Dhanteras 2009 date is October 15. Dhan Teras or Dhan Triodasi marks the beginning of Diwali festival. On this day Dhan Tears Puja is performed by business people. This is very auspicious to buy or purchase gold, flat, plot and any other property. Dhan Triodasi day also marks Dhanvantari Jayanthi. Dhanvantari is the God of Ayurveda or Health as per Hinduism.

Choti Diwali 2009 or Narak Chaturdashi 2009 – Second day of Diwali:

Choti Diwali 2009 or Narak Chaturdashi 2009 date is October 16. It is observed on Kartik Krishna Chaturdashi as per North Indian calendars. On this day, Lord Krishna along with Satyabhama killed demon Narakasur and freed the world from fear of evil.

Diwali 2009 or DhanaLakshmi Puja 2009 during Diwali – Third day of Diwali:

Diwali 2009 or Dhanalakshmi Puja 2009 date is October 17. It is the actual Diwali day. It is celebrated on Kartik Amavasya as per North Indian calendars and according to other calendars Diwali falls on Ashwin Amavasya. Lakshmi Puja is performed on this day.

Govardhan Puja 2009 or Bali Padyami in 2009– Fourth day of Diwali:

Govardhan Puja 2009 date is October 18. It is performed on the day after Diwali. It is also observed as Bali Padyami. Lord Sri Krishna along with cattle is worshipped on Kartik Shukla Pratipada. On this day, Sri Krishna lifted the Mountain called Govardhan Giri to rescue the cattle and the people of Gokul.

Bhai Dooj 2009 or Bhatru Dwitiya or Yama Dwitiya in 2009– Fifth and last day of Diwali:

Bhai Dooj 2009 date is October 19. Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhai Phota, Bhayya Dhooj, Bhai Tika, Bhatru Dwitiya, Bhaubeej or Bhav Bij or Yama Dwitiya, is the last and final day of Diwali festival. On this day, sisters perform Raksha puja to their brothers. This day marks the eternal love and affection between a brother and sister.

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