festival of lights

• Bezeichnung für ein Fest oder eine Veranstaltung, die durch viele Lichter gekennzeichnet ist, insbesondere das hinduistische Diwali, aber auch Chanukka oder andere lichtbezogene Feste.

A phrase used to describe a celebration or event characterized by many lights, most commonly referring to the Hindu festival Diwali, but also used for Hanukkah or other light-based celebrations.

1. DiwaliB1formal

   A major Hindu festival celebrated with lights, lamps, fireworks, and sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.

   Diwali

   • The festival of lights is celebrated by millions of Hindus worldwide.
   • During the festival of lights, homes are decorated with oil lamps.
   • Families gather to share sweets and light fireworks during the festival of lights.

2. HanukkahB1formal

   A Jewish festival commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, celebrated by lighting the menorah for eight nights.

   Chanukka

   • Hanukkah is also known as the festival of lights.
   • Each night of the festival of lights, another candle is lit on the menorah.
   • Gifts are often exchanged during the festival of lights.