#itsfestive

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Today marks as Day 2 of a 5 Day celebration of Diwali for Hindus all around the world. Day 2 - Naraka Chaturdasi (Day of knowledge) The day is related to the traditional story of Lord Krishna slaying the demon Narakasura and rescuing 16,000 captive princesses. As the princesses' chastity could be called into question, Lord Krishna married them all. The story shows that God wishes to take care of his people and offer them protection. On this day, people keep their houses clean and use fragrant oils and flowers to keep vibrations uplifted. Artistic patterns of 'rangolis' made from a mixture of rice flour and water can be seen ubiquitously at the threshold of each house. A 'diya' is placed in each room as well as in the backyard through the night. Wishing everyone a Happy Diwali!! 😘😊 #diwalidecor #paneerbriyani #itsfestive (at Yorktown Heights, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4Gga0llm3M/?igshid=pi3gqyn04p3d