Light over darkness

What historical event fascinates you the most?

On this day thousands year ago Lord Rama, King of Ayodhya returned from the forest completing his 14 years of exile. Prince Rama, his wife Sita, and brother Lakshman after defeating the demon king Ravana. To welcome them back, the people of Ayodhya lit oil lamps to guide their way. Since then Diwali festival was celebrated every year by Hindus.

The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word “deepavali”, which means “rows of lighted lamps”. Households across India celebrate by decorating their space with small lamps called diyas and other colourful lights.

People cover streets and buildings in festive lighting and there are lively songs and dance. Dazzling fireworks go off, creating a spectacle of noise and light. This helps to scare away evil spirits and celebrate the victory of good over evil.

Lord Rama was born in the “Ikshvaku” dynasty, which was founded by “King Ikshvaku”, son of Lord Surya. That is why Lord Rama is also called “Suryavanshi”. Lord Rama set an example of ideal governance that becomes famous as “Rama Rajya”.

Ram Rajya, Good Governance, Ethics, Principles. The concept of Ram Rajya is an ideal form of government, one in which the king and the people have a parent-child relationship, where the people can meet with the monarch at any time to discuss any issue, and the ruler makes choices.

Happy Diwali 🪔🪔.

12 Comments

  1. Veerites's avatar veerites says:

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    1. Thank you so much for appreciation 🙏🥰

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  2. TRAVEL FIXER's avatar randeeps773 says:

    Lighting the world 🌎

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    1. 🪔🪔 Thank you so much for comment 🙏🥰

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  3. Lokesh's avatar Loku says:

    I am avoiding crackers since the past 3-4 years. I think this is something I’m doing better.

    I prioritise meeting people are initiating communication instead.

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    1. Lokesh's avatar Loku says:

      Are you preparing for CSE?

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      1. Lokesh's avatar Loku says:

        I’m also preparing.

        You mentioned Ethics. That’s why I asked.

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      2. That’s good 👍, many best wishes 👍🤗🤞

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    2. That’s a very good initiation you take.
      Thank you so much for comment 🙏😊

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    1. Ayodhya Ram Mandir 🙏😍

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