Class Overview:
Discussed altars (Sina shared her families alter and talked about the offerings)
Discussed how the traditions began of Diwali and the story of Rama.
Discussed how the traditions have come to be.
Looked at the Goddess Lakshmi and the God Ganesh.
Talked about the rituals in preparing for the festivities and making a welcoming home for the Goddess of Prosperity (Lakshmi). Light the way with Diya's and beautiful Rangoli patterns.
Chase away bad spirits.
Readied ourselves with Bindis and turbans. Thank you Michelle for bringing in cloth for turbans and sharing this great video link. And thank you Jacqui for the colourful bindis.
Discussed altars (Sina shared her families alter and talked about the offerings)
Discussed how the traditions began of Diwali and the story of Rama.
Discussed how the traditions have come to be.
Looked at the Goddess Lakshmi and the God Ganesh.
Talked about the rituals in preparing for the festivities and making a welcoming home for the Goddess of Prosperity (Lakshmi). Light the way with Diya's and beautiful Rangoli patterns.
Chase away bad spirits.
Readied ourselves with Bindis and turbans. Thank you Michelle for bringing in cloth for turbans and sharing this great video link. And thank you Jacqui for the colourful bindis.
Made Diyas, and tries some Rangoli patterns.
Watched part 5 of the Story of India Beginnings.
Exchanged presents (what thoughtful handmade gifts everyone shared...Thank you) and had a FEAST!!! YUMMY, thank you everyone for your contributions.