Happy Deepawali!
From the first of June, 2018, I started writing Good Morning messages in the form of poems (Please read: ‘Good Morning Message #1‘).
The last such message was: ‘Good Morning Message #132‘.
Good morning Friends,
Diwali or Deepawali is the most major Indian festival,
That symbolises victory over Darkness of Light;
It has been held, over centuries, fully acceptable,
That such Light (as of knowledge) drives away the (ignorance) of the night.
Of course we illuminate our buildings and houses,
But more important is to lighten up heart and mind;
To clean these two spaces of evil thoughts and grouses,
And put all animosity, bitterness and sadness behind.
It is only then that the goddess of prosperity and wealth,
Would visit our home, heart, mind and soul;
When negativity leaves we’re assured of good health,
And all those things that put us back in control.
One is stunned at the wisdom of Indians of yore,
Who thought of a festival that signifies so much;
As spiritual festivals go, you can’t ask for more,
Than to have one that has such a sagacious touch.
Lets light these lamps today in home and heart,
And replace ignorance with knowledge in our lives;
Today, once again, lets give ourselves a fresh start,
And ensure that Lord Ram, again, in our midst arrives.
Happy Deepawali, my friends, both near and far,
I wish you prosperity, happiness, glory and success;
May you and your homes shine like the brightest star,
And may Laxmi quickly reach (and stay at) your address.
Happy Deepawali!
