Diwali: Significance, Essays

Diwali celebrates the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after defeating the demon Ravana and this festival signifies the destruction of evil forces and spiritual fulfillment of the journey (of life). It is the time for the family and the entire community to come together and celebrate with prayers.

People ight lamps everywhere in order to remove darkness, dispel ignorance and awakens the individual to one’s true self. This flame inspires people to believe in the power of good and signifies that no matter how dark the night gets, the light of a lamp can illuminate one’s path.

The very motto of Diwali as inscribed in the Vedic scriptures which makes it truly secular is that it can be celebrated by any, every and no faith.

Southern India honors this day as the day Lord Krishna defeated the demon Narakasura along with his wife Sathyabhama. In western India the celebration is in the honor of the day King Bali who gave away his kingdom went to rule the nether-world as ordered by Vishnu. For Jains, Lord Mahavira attained eternal bliss of Nirvana. For Sikhs, their sixth guru was freed from captivity of the Mughar Emperor Jahangir. Buddhists honour as on the day Ashoka took to non-violence.

The festival not only strengthens the roots of unity among the people, but also increases friendliness and feelings of love and compassion for one’s fellow human beings.

Eco-Friendly Diwali

More students are now celebrating eco-friendly Diwali. Students from several schools are taking a pledge to celebrate an eco-friendly Diwali.

Several initiatives were taken, from street plays to money donation in order to educate students about the ill-effects of fire crackers on the environment. And their efforts seem to have paid of, as very few fire-crackers were burst by students this Diwali.

“In the last two to three years, students have contributed phenomenally in many ways. While some still continue to burst crackers, the number is gradually going down which is a great sign,” said an activist.

Diwali Essays

Short Diwali Essay for Kids

Diwali is the biggest Hindu festival celebrated across the world.

Houses are cleaned and rangolis are put outside the house to invite Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha.

The word ‘Diwall’ means ‘rows of lamps’, as homes are lit up with lamps and colourful lights during the festival. People wear new clothes, exchange gifts and sweets with family and friends.

Lord Rama’s wife Sita was captured by Ravana, the demon king with ten heads. After a great battle in which Rama killed Ravana they returned home and Lord Rama was crowned King. His people lit lamps outside their houses to guide and welcome Lord Rama and Sita home and drew rangoli patterns to celebrate.

Usually, the first day of Diwali is Dhanteras, the second day is Narakchaturdashi, the third day is celebrated as Lakshmi Poojan, while the last day is celebrated as Bhai Dooj.

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