Line Gauthier Poet Verse

Diwali, Festival of Lights

since nearly three millennia
the exact origin 
muddled thru times
come every fall
from the Taj Mahal
to sacred temples
to the humblest homes
around the world
the festival of lights
dazzles during five days
of exuberant worship
and lush ritual in celebration
of triumph of good over evil
millions of oil lamps and candles
and sparklers are lit
setting the nights ablaze
in honor of knowledge
and consciousness
as families gather and feast
unleashing prayers for peace



Published in my 24-page photo/anthology ~NAMASTE~ 2020

AP: Honorable Mention 2020

Submitted on June 28, 2019 for contest YOUR CHOICE SEASONS-FESTIVALS VERSE sponsored by BRIAN STRAND  -  RANKED 3RD

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Rama Balasubramanian November 2, 2021 at 6:33 AM Superb penning. You captured the essence of it perfectly. A favourite for me Line Gauthier November 2, 2021 at 7:44 AM This is a real compliment, Rama ~ I'm honored

Caren Krutsinger June 30, 2019 at 12:05 PM I am going to look this up; I have never heard of it Line. It sounds terrific! Line Gauthier June 30, 2019 at 2:53 PM I've had many Indian friends through the years.

Arturo Michael June 28, 2019 at 10:17 PM Well done...I've experienced it before... Line Gauthier June 28, 2019 at 10:38 PM Awesome, Arturo.

Debjani Mitra June 28, 2019 at 9:44 AM Wow, it was such a pleasant surprise to see this ode to Diwali coming from you, indeed its one of the most loved festival of India. Also thanks a lot for keeping my spirits high, with your kind visits for encouraging my writes. Line Gauthier June 28, 2019 at 6:39 PM Thank you for the lovely message, Debjani. You should not be so surprised, I'm a huge fan of Indian culture... and food!

Kim Rodrigues June 28, 2019 at 7:45 AM Like an angel guide you show us each place and we can see the whole place lit with its various and festive lights! Nicely done! Line Gauthier June 28, 2019 at 8:59 AM Thank you, Kim. Most appreciated.