“Deepa” means light, and “avali” means numerous, so Deepavali signifies “numerous lights.” When Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana and rescuing Sita, the citizens welcomed Him by lighting numerous lamps in celebration.
Deepavali is also observed as the day when Lord Krishna killed the demon Narakasura, who symbolized ignorance, and liberated the earth from his tyranny. Additionally, in the purport of Śrīmad Bhāgavatam (Canto 10, Chapter 9, Verses 1-2), Śrīla Prabhupāda mentions that the pastime of Krishna breaking the pot of yogurt and being bound by Mother Yaśodā occurred on Dīpāvalī, or Dīpa-mālikā. Even today in India, this festival is celebrated in the month of Kārtika with grand displays of fireworks and lights, especially in places like Bombay.
However, the deeper meaning of Deepavali goes beyond the symbolic lighting of lamps. The true essence is to ignite the lamp of knowledge within our hearts, dispelling the darkness of ignorance. It is a festival to welcome the Lord into our lives and to reconnect with Him through love and devotion.
“Lord Krishna proclaims, jñāna-dīpena bhāsvatā, “I, dwelling in their hearts, destroy with the shining lamp of knowledge the darkness born of ignorance.”
– In the Bhagavad Gita (10.11)-
Therefore, please celebrate this most auspicious Deepavali Festival with us and receive the immense blessings of Lord Krishna.
Festival Donation Opportunities
Offer a lamp on this sacred day to Śrī Śrī Rādhā Madanamohana on the festive of Deepavali.
Program Schedule
12:00 p.m to 1:00 p.m
Short sharing about the festival
1:30 p.m onwards
Prasādam
Volunteering Opportunities
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We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers who can commit to it.
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Thank you for considering this opportunity to join our team and help make this festival successful.
Hare Kṛṣṇa
