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  COMPARISON BETWEEN EID UL FITR AND DEWALI 

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FESTIVAL
Festival is an event, usually staged by a local community, which centers on some unique aspect of that community. Among many religions, a feast or festival is a set of celebrations in honor of God or god. The term "feast" has entered common secular parlance as a synonym for any large or elaborate meal. When used as in the meaning of a festival, most often refers to a religious festival rather than a film or art festival.

Seasonal festivals are determined by the solar and the lunar calendars and by the cycle of the seasons. The changing of the season was celebrated because of its effect on food supply. In the Alps, in autumn the return of the cattle from the mountain pastures to the stables in the valley is celebrated as Almabtrieb. A recognized winter festival, the Chinese New Year, is set by the lunar calendar, and celebrated from the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice. In Islam eid ul fitr and eid ul azha are celebrated and in Hindu religion holy and devali are the great festivals. 

DEVALI
Diwali is perhaps the most well-known of the Hindu festivals.The word Diwali means 'rows of lighted lamps'.This is also known as Deepawali, and Deepavali.Divali is an important five-day festival in Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism, occurring between mid-October and mid-November devali is an official holiday in India, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, maurititius, malaysia, nepal, Singapore, SriLanka, and Myanmar .Diwali marks the end of the harvest season in most of India and Nepal. Farmers give thanks for the bounty of the year gone by, and pray for a good harvest for the year to come. 2.

History
The history of Diwali is basically based on the divine story of Lord Ram. This festival is celebrated in the remembrance of Arrival of Lord Ram, along with Lord Laxman and goddess Sita to Ajodhya after the exile of 14 years and vanquishing the demon-king Ravana. When Lord Ram along with his followers entered the kingdom of Ajodhya, His ministers informed the subjects about their arrival. Each and every one was so happy that they were thinking of welcoming them in the best way. They all cleaned their houses properly, lightened their houses with the clay lamps, and the firelights. When Lord Ram reached the palace, they all gathered to meet him. Lord Ram met his subjects one by one and hugged them all. They all were so delighted they were imagining Lord Ram everywhere around them. Subjects hugged each other and distributed sweets to the others. 3.

Significance of devali
In each legend, myth and story of Deepawali lies the significance of the victory of good over evil; and it is with each Deepawali and the lights that illuminate our homes and hearts, that this simple truth finds new reason and hope. During Diwali, lights illuminate every corner of India and the scent of incense sticks hangs in the air, mingled with the sounds of fire-crackers, joy, togetherness and hope.

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The Festival of Lights
There are 10 mythical and historical reasons why Diwali is a great time to celebrate. 1. Goddess Lakshmi’s Birthday 2. Vishnu Rescued Lakshmi: 3. Krishna Killed Narakaasur: 4. The Return of the Pandavas: 5. The Victory of Rama: 6. Coronation of Vikramaditya: 7. Special Day for the Arya Samaj: 8. Special Day for the Jains 9. Special Day for the Sikhs: 10.The Pope’s Diwali Speech: 5.	Celebrations of Five days of Devali 1.

First day of Diwali
The first day of Diwali is celebrated on Dhanvantari Triyodashi or Dhanwantari Triodashi which is the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha, of the Hindu month of Kartik called DhanTeras. The history of Ramayan suggests that, this day is devoted to the lord dhanvantari who was the incarnation of Lord Vishnu. On this day people clean their houses and decorate the houses to welcome the Goddess of wealth, Laxmi along with Lord Dhanwantari. Lord Krishna fighting with narkasur 2.

Second day of Diwali

 * The Second Day of diwali is celebrated as Narak Chaturdai. It is the fourteenth lunar day. This celebration and puja is done on the eve of the month of kartik (eighth month of Hindu calendar).This day is celebrated as the Lord Krishna killed the demon Narkasur and made the world free from his cruelty and fear. It is a tradition to massage the body with oil and to bathe on this day. According to an interesting saying it is believed that those who do not bathe on this day go to the Narak (hell).

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Third day of Diwali
The third day of DIWALI also called Badi Diwali is the main day of celebrations of the festival of Diwali festival or Festival of lights.People perform Lakshmi Pujan (worship of divine Goddess Lakshmi) on this day and offer prayers to her to bless them with wealth and prosperity. On this day people clean their homes and decorate it with various colorful lights and fire crackers to express their joy. Different colorful varieties of fireworks are always associated with this festival. On this auspicious day, people light up diyas and candles all around their house. The festival od Diwali is never complete without exchange of gifts. People present diwali gifts to all near and dear ones.

Fourth day of Diwali

 * Fourth day celebration is focused on Goverdhan pooja. It the day on which Lord Krishna took the help of Divine Mountain Govardhan and lift him on his finger in order to protect his subjects from heavy rain and flood. So on this day, people pray to Divine Goverdhan to always protect them from natural calamities.

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Fifth Day of Devali
Fifth day of “Diwali” is known as Bhai dooj. This day is dedicated to sisters. According to the legend, this is the day when Lord Krishna reached his sister Subhadra after killing the demon Narkasur. Where, she welcomes her brother with flowers, sweets and clay lamp etc. Keeping his legend in mind she put the protected tilak on the forhead of Lord Krishna wishing him best wishes. So, this last day of deepavali is celebrated in a big way. 	Celebrations •	Go for the shopping. •	Do the laundry, clean all the rooms and sort out your papers in both your home and business. It's like a spring cleaning of sorts, a "cleansing" ritual to rid yourself of any unnecessary elements in your environment. •	Devali is a joyful way to welcome the Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity. Rangoli designs can be found across the internet. To help get you started, this section provides some examples to inspire your design. •	In the evening, light small lamps and place them around the home. Turn all the lights on and light some candles. The lamps symbolize knowledge or one's inner light, which brings about inner peace and fights off any traces of darkness and ignorance. •	These are a common part of Diwali, used to symbolize warding off evil from your surroundings. •	Wear new clothes and jewels on the second and third days. •	Bake sweets, snacks, and savories are given for offerings of Divali. 

Significance of Devali
Give and Forgive Everyone forgets and forgives the wrongs done by others. There is an air of freedom, festivity and friendliness everywhere. This festival brings about unity. Rise and Shine Waking up during the 'Brahmamuhurta' (at 4a.m.) is a great blessing from the standpoint of health, ethical discipline, efficiency in work and spiritual advancement.The sages who instituted this custom must have cherished the hope that their descendents would realise its benefits and make it a regular habit in their lives. Unite and Unify On this day People embrace one another with love. Deepavali is a great unifying force. Prosper and Progress On this day, Hindu merchants pray for success and prosperity during the coming year. The homes are cleaned and decorated by day and illuminated by night with earthen oil-lamps. Illuminate Your Inner Self The light of lights, the self-luminous inner light of the Self is ever shining steadily in the chamber of your heart. Sit quietly. Close your eyes. Withdraw the senses. Fix the mind on this supreme light and enjoy the real Deepavali, by attaining illumination of the soul. The Tradition of Gambling It is believed that on this day, Goddess Parvati played dice with her husband Lord Shiva, and she decreed that whosoever gambled on Diwali night would prosper throughout the ensuing year. Diwali is associated with wealth and prosperity.

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Eid-ul-Fitr
Eid-ul-Fitr is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting (sawm). Eid is an Arabic word meaning "festivity," while Fiṭr means "breaking the fast". The holiday celebrates the conclusion of the 29 or 30 days of dawn-to-sunset fasting during the entire month of Ramadan. The first day of Eid, therefore, falls on the first day of the month Shawwal Eid-ul-fitr is celebrated on the first day of Shaw'waal, at the completion of Ramadan. Shaw'waal is the 10th month of the Islamic calendar. The Eid-al-Fitr is a very joyous day; it is a true Thanksgiving Day for the believing men and women. On this day Muslims show their real joy for the health, strength and the opportunities of life, which Allah has given to them to fulfill their obligation of fasting and other good deeds during the blessed month of Ramadan.

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Beginning of Eid-Ul-Fitr
The beginning of the Ramadan, ninth month of Islamic calendar is also decided by the sighting of the Crescent moon (hilal). This Sighting of the hilal marks the beginning of the Ramadan. If hilal is seen at night then the next day is the first day of Ramadan and fasting.

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Preparations
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 * Wake up early.
 * Prepare for personal cleanliness; take care of details of clothing, etc.
 * Take a Ghusl (bath) after Fajr.
 * Brush your teeth.
 * Dress up, putting on best clothes available, whether new or cleaned old ones.
 * Use perfume (men only).
 * Have breakfast on Eid-al-Fitr before leaving for prayer ground. On   Eid-al-Adha, eat breakfast after Salaat or after sacrifice if you are    doing a sacrifice.
 * Pay Zakaat-al-Fitr before Salaat-al-Eid (on Eid-al-Fitr).
 * Go to prayer ground early.
 * Offer Salaat-al-Eid in congregation in an open place except when whether is not permitting like rain, snow, etc.
 * Use two separate route to and from the prayer ground.
 * Recite the following Takbir on the way to Salaat and until the beginning of Salaat-al-Eid.

Zakatul-Fitr
' Zakatul-Fitr is due before Eid Prayer Zakatul Fitr. On Eid day before prayers, people distribute a charity locally known as fitra. Zakat is also distributed in the form of food and new clothes. 	'

Structure of Eid prayer
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Eid prayer is wajib.It consists of two Rakaat (units) with six or thirteen additional Takbirs. It must be offered in congregation. The prayer is followed by the Khutbah. The Khutbah is part of the worship and listening to it is Sunnah. During the Khutbah, the Imam must remind the community about its responsibilities and obligations towards Allah, fellow Muslims and the fellow human beings.The Muslim community must also be directed to the state of the community and the Ummah at large and the feelings of sacrifice and Jihaad should be aroused in the community. At the conclusion of the prayer the Muslims should convey greetings to each other give reasonable gifts to the youngsters and visit each other at their homes. Muslims should also take this opportunity to invite their non-Muslims neighbors, co-workers, classmates and business acquaintances to Eid festivities to expose them to Islam and Muslim culture. 

Celebration of Eid
Chand raat: In Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal, the night before Eid is called Chaand Raat, which means, "Night of the Moon." Muslims in these countries will often visit bazaars and shopping malls with their families for Eid shopping. Women, especially younger girls, will often apply the traditional Mehndi, or henna, on their hands and feet and wear colorful bangles.

Eidi:
The traditional Eid greeting is Eid Mubarak, and it is frequently followed by a formal embrace. Gifts are frequently given — new clothes are part of the tradition — and it is also common for children to be given small sums of money (Eidi) by their elders. It is common for children to offer Salam to parents and adult relatives. '

Sweet dishes':
After the Eid prayers, it is common for some families to visit graveyards and pray for the salvation of departed family members. It is also common to visit neighbours, family members, especially senior relatives and to get together to share sweets, snacks and special meals including some special dishes that are prepared specifically on Eid. Special celebratory dishes in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh include sivayyan, a dish of fine, toasted sweet vermicelli noodles with milk and dried fruit. Mehndi: Mehndi is the application of henna as a temporary form of skin decoration, commonly applied during Eid ul-Fitr.

Celebrations of eid ul fitar in other countries
In India, some popular places for Muslims to congregate to celebrate Eid at this time include the Jama Masjid in New Delhi, Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad, Aishbagh Idgah in Lucknow; in Kolkata there is a prayer held on Red Road. Muslims turn out in the thousands, as there is a lot of excitement surrounding the celebration of this festival. It is common for non-Muslims to visit their Muslim friends and neighbours on Eid to convey their good wishes. Eid is celebrated grandly in the city of Hyderabad which has rich Islamic Heritage. Hyderabadi haleem a type of meat stew is a popular dish during the month of Ramadan, it takes centre stage and becomes the main course at.

Dewali
•	Diwali falls on the one new moon night (Amavasya) between mid-October and mid-November.

•	The festival starts with Dhanteras on which Most Indian business communities begin their financial year. The second day of the festival, Naraka Chaturdasi, marks the vanquishing of the demon Naraka by Lord Krishna and his wife Satyabhama. Amavasya, The third day of Diwali marks the worship of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth in her most benevolent mood, fulfilling the wishes of her devotees. Amavasya also tells the story of Lord Vishnu, who in his dwarfs incarnation vanquished the Bali, and banished him to Patala. It is on the fourth day of Diwali, Kartika Shudda Padyami, that Bali went to patala and took the reins of his new kingdom in there. The fifth day is referred to as Yama Dvitiya (also called Bhai Dooj), and on this day sisters invite their brothers to their homes. •	'
 * It signifies the celebrations of the good over evil; the uplifting of spiritual darkness
 * It is also called Festival of light & row of light
 * It’s date is decided by the lunar-solar Hindu calendar
 * Celeberations: Decorating home with lights fire work,distributing sweets and gifts.
 * Observances: prayers, Religious rituals(puja & parshad)
 * Diwali is five days festival.
 * In Diwali each day has different celebrations includes:Diwalli cards,Festivals of lights,Diwalli greetings,Diwalli lamps,Diwalli recipies,Diwalli food,Diwalli ctivities

Eid ul fitr'
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 * It starts from end of the Ramadan. First of shawal of the Islamic calendar.
 * Day start s with the prayings.people made dua for their prosperity and for their progress. They made sweet dishes .they go to their relatives for giveness and for enjoying the eid festival. They exchange gifts and money.
 * It mark the end of Ramadan
 * It is also called smaller Eid & Ramadan Eid
 * Eid-ul-fitr is celebrated on Fist of shawal.
 * Celebrations: Family meals, eating sweets food. wearing new cloths and giving gifts to children
 * Observances: congregational prayer, giving to charity(Fitrana)
 * Eid-ul-fitr is celebrated for Three days.
 * In Eid three days have same celeberations.