Across
- 2. Feeling that fills homes during Diwali
- 4. Traditional treats shared with family and friends
- 5. Bright explosions used to celebrate the night sky
- 8. Marks the start of the Hindu lunar year for many
- 9. Message of togetherness symbolized by Diwali
- 10. Loved ones who gather together to celebrate
- 13. Festival of lights celebrated across India
- 14. What weekday is today
- 16. Elephant-headed god invoked for auspicious beginnings
- 17. Religious ritual or prayer performed during Diwali
- 19. Customs passed down through generations
- 20. Goddess of wealth worshipped on Diwali
Down
- 1. What people pray for during Diwali
- 3. Gathering with happiness and lights
- 6. Decorative art made with colored powders or flowers
- 7. Items used to beautify homes and temples
- 11. Symbol of victory of good over evil
- 12. Emotion that Diwali spreads everywhere
- 15. Modern replacements for traditional diyas
- 18. Small oil lamps lit during Diwali