A Prayer for Diwali
Shailly Gupta Barnes
Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and honors the Goddess Lakshmi—not only as the bringer of wealth, but as a symbol of material well-being, morality, love, and liberation. Her story reminds us that these four values are inseparable and must coexist to create a just and thriving world. Diwali calls us to envision and build a society where no one is hungry or unhoused, where resources are shared, and where love and justice guide our path to true freedom.
