Diwali & Naraka Chaturdashi: Silver Traditions Explained

Written by Darshan Jain, Founder of Arumayi

Naraka Chaturdashi, often called Chhoti Diwali, falls the day before the main Diwali celebration and carries its own set of traditions. Here's what the day means and how silver fits in.

What Naraka Chaturdashi Marks

The day commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura, symbolising the triumph of good over evil, and is observed with an early morning ritual bath, minor cleaning and decorating, and preparations for the main Diwali day. It's a quieter, more preparatory day compared to Diwali itself.

Silver in the Day's Rituals

Many households bring out silver diyas, plates and coins as part of the day's rituals, continuing a broader Diwali-season tradition of silver being present in home worship. Our coins are available online, while diyas and plates are part of the wider pooja silver range at our Sikar store.

Wearing Silver on Chhoti Diwali

Since the day tends to be more low-key than Diwali itself, jewellery choices are usually simpler — a single pendant or small pair of earrings rather than a full festive set, which is often saved for the main Diwali day. It's a good day to wear something you already own rather than planning a new purchase.

Preparing for the Main Event

Use this day to finalise anything you need for tomorrow's Lakshmi Puja — checking jewellery, confirming outfits, and making sure any last Dhanteras or Diwali gifts are ready to go. Our Lakshmi Puja jewellery guide covers tomorrow's styling in more detail.

FAQs

What is Naraka Chaturdashi?
Also called Chhoti Diwali, it commemorates Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura and falls the day before the main Diwali celebration.

Is silver used in Naraka Chaturdashi rituals?
Many households bring out silver diyas, plates and coins as part of the day's rituals.

Can I buy silver diyas and plates online?
Not currently — these are part of our in-store pooja silver range at the Sikar store. Coins are available both online and in-store.

Where can I get silver coins for Chhoti Diwali?
Visit our Sikar store or browse our coins collection at arumayi.com.