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Tamil Deepavali 2024: Date, Time, Snana Muhurat, Puja Vidhi and Significance

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Tamil Deepavali , celebrated mainly in Tamil Nadu and among Tamil communities worldwide, holds a unique significance with customs that blend spirituality, family traditions, and the spirit of festivity. Deepavali in Tamil culture, often observed on Naraka Chaturdashi , which is one day before the North Indian Diwali, emphasizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, much like other regions in India. In 2024, Tamil Deepavali is being celebrated on October 31, 2024.

Tamil Deepavali 2024 : Date and Time

Chaturdashi Tithi Starts - October 30, 2024 - 02:45 AM

Chaturdashi Tithi Ends - October 31, 2024 - 05:22 AM

Diwali Muhurta before sunrise - October 30, 2024 From 06:06 AM to 07:50 AM

Tamil Deepavali 2024 : Significance

Tamil Deepavali is one of the most significant festivals, which is being celebrated on Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in Kartik Month. This day is celebrated on the day of Narak Chaturdashi. On this auspicious day, people perform puja rituals and get involved in various spiritual practices. The day celebrates the victory of Lord Krishna over evil energy. Tamil Deepavali celebrates the triumph of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakasura. This day, which represents the final triumph of dharma (righteousness) over adharma (injustice), is believed to commemorate the defeat of evil forces. This is the time for unity, get together and celebration. This festival starts with snana, when they take oil bath as it removes the negative energy.

Tamil Deepawali 2024: Celebration

This auspicious day is believed to remove negative thoughts and this is the perfect time for spiritual purification. Goddess Lakshmi, who is a symbol of wealth and success, is also invoked during the event. In order to represent wealth and success in every home, people celebrate this day by decorating their homes, getting new outfits, and exchanging sweets with loved ones. Lighting diyas in some Tamil families is a custom that honors ancestors while expressing gratitude and requesting blessings. This shows regard for the past while offering direction for the future.

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