Festival of Lights
SF State students celebrate Hindu New Year
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Diwali is the Festival of Lights that marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. Hundreds of varieties of food are offered to God in hopes of a peaceful and prosperous year. It is a time for devotees to meet with family and friends, give thanks to God, and celebrate their own spirituality.

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Jack Stephens | staff photographer
The main room in the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in San Jose fills with temple goers celebrating Diwali, the Indian New Years.

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