This Diwali, as you light each diya, remember the deep significance it holds. Whether you choose to light five, eleven, or twenty-one diyas, each lamp symbolizes a prayer for peace, prosperity, and happiness. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated with immense joy and reverence across India and by people of Indian heritage worldwide.
A key tradition of Diwali is lighting diyas, or oil lamps, which symbolize the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Each diya holds a deep significance, enhancing the spiritual energy of the festival. But how many diyas should be lit, and what does each diya represent? Let’s explore.
Why Diyas Are Lit on Diwali? The tradition of lighting diyas during Diwali dates back thousands of years and holds both symbolic and practical significance. During the festival, diyas: Invoke Blessings from the Divine : In Hindu culture, light represents purity, wisdom, and prosperity. Lighting diyas is a way of invoking blessings from deities like Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.
Dispels Negativity : Diyas are thought to drive away negativity, darkness, and evil spirits, creating a pure and sacred atmosphere that is conducive to happiness and harmony. Marks Lord Rama’s Return to Ayodhya : According to the Ramayana, Diwali commemorates the return of Lord Rama, Sita, and Lakshman to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. The people of Ayodhya celebrated by l.