Diwali is an important time of year for millions of people around the world. Known for its traditional gifts, gold plays a significant role in Diwali.
In this article, we discuss the festivities, gold’s traditional role and our products: Diwali Gold Bars. For more affordable gifts we can offer you the 1oz Silver Om Round, 1oz Silver Lakshmi Round, and the 1/2oz Silver Ganesh Round.
A range of packaging options are available, you can add acrylic capsules or gift boxes to your order that can be sent with a packing slip instead of an invoice as well.
What is Diwali?
Diwali meaning “rows of lighted lamps”, is a five-day festival of lights symbolising new beginnings, the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance.
During Diwali, people illuminate their homes with lights and candles, perform worship ceremonies of Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and wealth, light fireworks, and partake in family feasts, where gifts are shared.
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Diwali is not a fixed annual date as it moves with the Hindu lunar calendar, which marks each month by the time it takes the Moon to orbit Earth.
It begins before the arrival of a new moon between the Hindu months of Asvina and Kartika—which typically falls in October or November of the Gregorian calendar. This year, it falls on 24th October – 29th October 2022.
Why is Gold Important at Diwali?
The festival begins with Dhanteras, where people buy gold to bring good luck.
According to methodology, King Hima’s son was predicted to die after getting bitten by a snake. However, his wife decided to turn fate around and distract the snake by leaving a pile of gold at the family’s door.
It is believed when the God of Death came in disguise as a snake, he was blinded by all the dazzling jewellery and coins. This way, the serpent couldn’t enter the prince’s chamber, and he silently left the place, baring the life of the prince. This legend has inspired a tradition of buying gold on Dhanteras to ensure good luck.
In addition, Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of fortune and prosperity, is synonymous with gold and is considered by many to be an important part of Diwali.
While gold jewellery has been the favoured gift for Diwali, gold bullion is becoming a more popular modern alternative.
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