I desire
that festivals should be celebrated, understanding their
inner significance. Deepavali is a special day for
getting rid of all the bad qualities in us. As long as the
demonic qualities remain, you will be immersed in darkness.
The destruction of the demon Narakasura symbolizes
destruction of evil and restoration of virtuousness. Also,
on Deepavali day, a whole array of lamps are lit
by the light from one lamp. That One lamp symbolises the
Supreme Effulgent Lord. The other lamps are the light in
individual selves. The truth of the Vedic saying, "The
One willed to become the Many" (Ekoham
Bahushyaam) is exemplified by the lighting of lamps
from the flame of one. Another significant fact is that,
wherever the lamp may be placed, the flame goes upwards only
and never down. Likewise, the flame of Spiritual Wisdom
(Jnana) always leads you to a sublime level through
the path of Righteousness.
Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba
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