The Festival of Light

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The Festival of Light is a spiritual ceremony when Ganesha and

Lakshmi are worshipped for success and material bliss. It is the

illuminating time of the mind and our existence so that we remain in

the receptive mode forever. Lord Ganesha is worshiped along with

Laksmi. This is symbolic of our capacity to remain open and not be

defeated by the obstacles of life.

 

This is worship time for the good and for the better and ultimately

for the best. Spiritual existence is not opposed to material variety.

On the contrary it is only through success in our endeavors in the

mode of goodness, can we reach the transcendental plane, when there

are no regrets in our mind and when we have achieved what we desired.

Unfulfilled desire causes birth and rebirth. This fulfillment is

achieved through the power of " Shakti " the power that drives the

cosmos. The light of prosperity is lit in each residence on this day

to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, Mother and giver of wealth and

nourishment.

 

It is festival time when material prosperity comes as a divine boon

to all. Devi Paksha is the time when the activities start and then

goes on to Krishna Paksha which is ushered in by the worship of

Goddess Lakshmi and consolidated also by the worship of the same

goddess once again on Deepawali. It is a cycle of destruction and

regeneration and through the continuous devotional energy of the

devotees, the atmosphere is said to become uncontaminated. This is

the time when negative passions are destroyed by Mother Goddess and

the illumination of divine light reaches all living entities. It is

the time to work in harmony with the will of God.

 

From ancient days, tradition has taught us the best way to make this

period most effective in the following manner.

 

Light a Deepak (lamp) in the north east corner of your residence to

open the door of your heart to receive the positive energy.

 

1. Clean your residence to the best of your ability.

 

2. Cleanse your mind of all negative thoughts.

 

3. Do not make any high pitched sound, this repulses Goddess Lakshmi

to step into your habitat and fill your life with prosperity.

 

4. Do not commence on any action that involves random activities.

 

5. It is essential to partake in activities that are creative in

nature and not destructive.

 

6. Open your heart and soul with enthusiasm and happiness to

appreciate and welcome the eternal joy of life.

 

7. On 31st October, light 14 no of candles or Deepak to light up

every dark corner of your residence. This is symbolic of the final

destruction of all negative forces.

 

8. On the Deepawali day, light up your entire residence with light

and happiness. There should be only sounds of joy and happiness to

welcome the Goddess. Be present at your residence and keep the doors

and windows open, especially the front door.

 

9. Charitable activities on this day increases the influx of positive

energy and brings prosperity many folds more as the act is symbolic

of your efforts to destroy greed and selfishness. Anonymous charity

would be the best as it eliminates even remote possibility of ego

gratification.

 

Each positive step taken now will enhance your possibilities beyond

tangible limits. Make Deepawali the festival of light, enlighten your

existence in the best way possible. Fill your lives with divine

blessings and feel the power of true contentment surpass all dismal

situations.

 

HAPPY DIWALI