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Diwali and its Relevance

 

Waking up to the aroma of freshly made mithai and kids bustling in the neighbourhood with their chakris and fuljadis is how most Indians ring in Diwali. It’s regarded as one of the most significant Indian festivals. Young students studying, and professionals working away from home make it a point to visit their families to bring in this annual zest of light and togetherness. 

Whether it’s Homecoming for Ayodhya’s Ram or the triumph of Krishna over Narakasura – the overarching theme for the celebration is good over evil. Therefore, Diwali for us is synonymous with light and victory.

In today’s times, we are battling as many inner demons as the outside satanic forces of exclusion and oppression. Diwali here acquires new meaning through the crevices of negativity when hope wins to peep in!

Through the Rangoli, different colours in the mandala-like design coming together to form a symphonious creation suggests that one’s emotions come in various shades and letting them be can feel harmony

Lighting the diyas around it is like illuminating the elements and bringing awareness within and outside.

Along with the connection with loved ones and significant others, the festivities also present an opportunity to connect with nature in the form of Vasu Baras – the 12th  day of Ashwin month where the cows and calves are worshipped. This helps develop a practice of gratitude towards the giving nature of the universe. 

It’s not just the festival but its preparation offers a  perspective too. 

For instance, the tradition of cleaning before Diwali signifies how decluttering your surroundings is essential for a fresh start. Similarly, one can look inwards and say decluttering the mind too is a powerful exercise to maintain overall well-being. 

Our festivals are full of traditions and rituals but they have a lot of relevance in our day-to-day practices as well. And they help us look beyond the material universe and connect with our deeper selves. 

This Diwali tells us how you pledge to make a new start.

 







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