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| Courtesy of The Sun UK |
October 19th marks the holiday of Diwali, meaning 'series of lights.' Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists around the world are celebrating the triumph of good over evil; while marking the return of Ram, the lord of virtue, to his kingdom after 14 years of exile.
In Mumbai, one can tell it is Diwali because there are beautiful fireworks in the night sky and candles lit everywhere. In India houses are cleaned, people dress in their finest clothing, visit family, and exchange gifts. The celebration lasts for five days.
The GPM children had a big Diwali celebration in class before their holiday break. They had drawing competitions, and danced around to traditional music.
On behalf of the GPM staff, we wish all who are celebrating a happy Diwali!
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| GPM children drawing their interpretations of Diwali |
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| GPM teachers dressing up for Diwali party |
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| Happy Diwali sign outside the Joshua Greenberger Learning Center in Kalwa |
*To learn more about Diwali read: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/4221379/diwali-2017-date-hindu-festival-when-how/
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