Why Is Chhoti Diwali Celebrated? The Stories And Symbolism
With Diwali, the festival of lights, just around the corner, excitement is in the air as people prepare to celebrate with enthusiasm. Diwali symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, and it’s a time for worshipping Goddess Lakshmi, exchanging sweets and gifts, and lighting up homes. However, Diwali is not just a one-day celebration; it is part of a five-day festival that begins with Dhanteras and ends with Bhai Dooj.
One of the important days in this sequence is Chhoti Diwali , also known as Naraka Chaturdashi or Roop Chaturdashi, which falls the day before the main Diwali celebration. People light up their homes in anticipation of Diwali, but not everyone knows the various legends associated with Chhoti Diwali. So, why do we actually celebrate this day? Let’s explore the stories behind it.
The Legend of Narakasur’s Defeat
One of the most well-known stories behind Chhoti Diwali is the tale of Narakasur, a demon king who ruled over Pragjyotishpur, a province south of Nepal. According to mythology, Narakasur had defeated several deities, including Lord Krishna, and had imprisoned 16,000 daughters of different gods. He also stole the precious earrings of Goddess Aditi.
One of the important days in this sequence is Chhoti Diwali , also known as Naraka Chaturdashi or Roop Chaturdashi, which falls the day before the main Diwali celebration. People light up their homes in anticipation of Diwali, but not everyone knows the various legends associated with Chhoti Diwali. So, why do we actually celebrate this day? Let’s explore the stories behind it.
The Legend of Narakasur’s Defeat
One of the most well-known stories behind Chhoti Diwali is the tale of Narakasur, a demon king who ruled over Pragjyotishpur, a province south of Nepal. According to mythology, Narakasur had defeated several deities, including Lord Krishna, and had imprisoned 16,000 daughters of different gods. He also stole the precious earrings of Goddess Aditi.
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