For the Hindu community in Malaysia, a lot more takes place before and during Deepavali celebrations.
Key takeaways
In Malaysia, Deepavali involves more than commercial activities, as traditional Hindu families engage in specific rituals and preparations. These practices include thorough home cleaning and creating intricate floor art to symbolize spiritual concepts and welcome prosperity.
- Deepavali is a significant celebration for Malaysia's Hindu community, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
- Families traditionally clean their homes and prepare festive decorations in the days leading up to the festival.
- Kolams, colorful floor art made from rice flour or grains, are placed near entrances to welcome guests and blessings.
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Whenever Deepavali comes around each year, many would think of grand decorations and shopping for new clothes in celebration of the Festival of Lights.
Being one of the most important celebrations for Malaysia’s Hindu community, there is actually so much more going on in their homes and among their families.
TRP spoke to a friend who comes from a traditional Hindu family residing in Kuala Lumpur, and he shared what his household does during the festival that symbolises victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
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