Know date, shubh muhurat, rituals, significance of Dev Deepawali this year

Dev Deepawali, also ‘Diwali of Gods,‘ It is one of the most divine and visually stunning festivals celebrated in India. The holy city of Varanasi turns into a spectacle of light and devotion with the influx of millions of people. diyas Light up the ghats along the Ganga River.

date and S.haha M.uhurat Big Deepawali 2025

Dev Deepawali is celebrated every year on Kartik Purnima, which falls fifteen days after Diwali. Purnima in 2025 Tithi Kartik month will begin 4 November 10:36 in the afternoonNovember 5 at 6:48 afternoon

Therefore, the festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

The most auspicious time for illumination diyasknown as pradosh Kaal MuhuratIt will be from 5:15 afternoon until 7:50 afternoon. During this time, devotees all over India, especially in Varanasi, light countless lights. diyas on river banks, temples and houses honour divine presence of gods.

Rituals and TRadiations of Dev Deepawali

The day of Dev Deepawali begins with a ritual bath known as Kartik snanIt was taken early in the morning before sunrise. Bathing in the holy River Ganga on this day is considered very auspicious as it is believed to wash away sins and purify the soul.

Those who cannot visit Varanasi can do this activity.like that You can perform the ritual at home by mixing a few drops of Ganga Jal (holy water) in bath water. After bathing, devotees pray to Lord Shiva and other deities.

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S.Significance of Dev Deepawali

According to ancient legends, there is a powerful demon named. Tripurasura once was a great reason suffering to gods, sages and men. Lord Shiva brought peace to the three worlds by destroying the demon on the day of Kartik Purnima. Since then, this day has been celebrated as follows: Tripurotsav or Gezi Purnima symbolizes Lord Shiva’s victory over evil.

It is believed that after Tripurasura defeat, all gods to come went to Kashi (Varanasi) to celebrate the victory and burned it diyas On the ghats of Ganga honour Lord Shiva. This celebration literally gave rise to the Dev Deepawali tradition. ‘Diwali of the gods.‘

celebrations in Varanasi

The celebration of Dev Deepawali in Varanasi is a breathtaking experience. All Ghats Shine with millions of lights diyas. Cultural programs, worship songs and dance performances that reflect the spiritual essence of the city are organized.

Performed by the priests with rhythmic chants, conchs and sacred flames, Ganga Aarti adds a majestic charm to the celebration and leaves everyone deeply moved by its devotion and magnificence.

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