Diwali Quotes, Quotations, and Greetings

Simon Nguyen
The Hindu occasion of Diwali is India's most important holiday. The five-day festival, also known as Deepavali or Festival of Lights, is a celebration of the good spirits including Divine Energy, Happiness, Generosity, Wealth, and Prosperity. During the five days of Diwali, Hindus from around the world decorate their homes with lit candles and fancy lanterns. Traditional Diwali activities include wearing festive clothes, enjoying "lucky" snacks, and exchanging gifts & greetings. Below are some Diwali quotes, quotations, and greetings for all to enjoy. Happy Diwali!

"The significance of Diwali is the removal of the darkness of ignorance from the mind by filling it with goodness." Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi

"Diwali is a joyful celebration of the victory of good over evil, of our spiritual qualities dominating our basic instincts, and of intellect conquering ego." Bodhinatha Veylanswami

"All the lights of the world cannot be compared to even a ray of the Self's inner light. Merge yourself in this light of lights and enjoy the supreme Diwali." Hindu Texts

"This Diwali let us give thanks for all we hold dear: Our health, our family, our friends and to the grace of God which never ends." Folk Sayings

"Many Diwali festivals have come and gone. Yet the hearts of the vast majority are as dark as the night of the new moon. The house is lit with lamps, but the heart is full of the darkness of ignorance. Wake up from the slumber of ignorance! Realize the constant and eternal light of the Soul which neither rises nor sets, through meditation and deep enquiry." Folk Sayings

"May the Supreme Light illumine your minds, enlighten your hearts, and strengthen the human bonds in your homes and communities!" Hindu Texts

"May the festival of lights be the harbinger of joy and prosperity! As the holy occasion of Diwali is here and the atmosphere is filled with the spirit of mirth and love, here's hoping this festival of beauty brings your way, bright sparkles of contentment, that stay with you through the days ahead. Best wishes on Diwali." Folk Sayings

Published by Simon Nguyen

Simon Nguyen is a researcher who holds a Master's degree in economics. His areas of expertise are public policy, labor and sport.  View profile

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