Deepavali Greetings...

Deepavali is the most important festival of India and its synonymous with light.On this day people give expression to their happiness by lighting earthen 'diyas' (lamps), decorating the houses, bursting firecrackers and inviting near and dear ones to their households. The lighting of lamps is a way of paying obeisance to god for attainment of health, wealth, knowledge, peace and fame.It is through the light that the beauty of this world is revealed or experienced. It has always been a symbol of whatever is positive in our world of experience.

As per Hinduism, darkness represents ignorance, and light is a metaphor for knowledge. Therefore, lighting a lamp symbolizes the destruction, through knowledge, of all negative forces.

I wish all fellow Bizniks a very happy and prosperous Deepavali - May it bring prosperity to their business, happiness to their family/friends and success in whatever they do...

3 Bizniks have posted replies

Posted by Nancy Hanauer, Seattle, Washington | Oct 30, 2008

Sounds like a celebration with beautiful traditions and beautiful meaning behind the festivities. Thanks for sharing and for the well wishes, Anita! Wishing you a happy and prosperous Deepavali, too!
Posted by Judy Dunn, Seattle, Washington | Oct 30, 2008

What a beautiful message, Anita. And light is such a great metaphor for knowledge.

Thanks for making my day brighter. And best wishes for happiness, prosperity, and peace—and a Deepavali filled with joy.

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Posted by Anita CM, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh India | Oct 30, 2008

Wish you a very happy and prosperous Deepavali to both of you- Nancy and Judy...