Jain Jinendra,
Diwali, The festival of light, has really deep impact on India and Indians. This is the festival of joy, this is the festival of light, this is the festival of forget and forgive. Not only Hindus but even Jains, Bhuddhist and Shikhs are also enjoying this festival with joy and happiness.
The main reason Jains are following this festival is, 24th Tirthankara Lord Mahavir Swami got Nirvana (Moksha) on this auspicious and sacred day at Pavapuri on Oct. 15, 527 BCE, on Chaturdashi of Kartika. Principal follower of Lord Mahavira, Guru Gautam Swami also got Keval Gyan (Absolute Wisdom) on this day too.
Jains and Hindus both used to enjoy the festival Diwali but with different method. Hindus used to have fire crackers, sweets, new clothes and lots of fun and parties whereas Jains are enjoying these days with fasting, plainness, donation, go to Jain Monks and listen Vyakhyan (monks used to present the message of Lord Mahavira). By this way Jains are trying to liberate from the bondage of Karmas.
Wish all of you a very happy Diwali and New Year too.
Reference: Jain Sadhu Maharaj
Prepared By: Ritesh Shah
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Note: All articles and material gathered from different Jain books, web sites and taken helps from honorable Jain saints
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