Happy Deepavali

by Allan CF Goh

This day Hindus celebrate
The holy festival of light,
So as to commemorate
The victory of right over might.

This day the lamp’s waving flame
Welcomes the Goddess Lakshimi
To bring blessings, without blame,
To all the faithfuls, every me.

Hindus pray for compassion,
And spiritual awakening,
In their holy communion,
For ignorance’s banishing.

Divali commemorates
Victory of good over evil;
Today Hindus calibrate
Goodness, to reject the devil.

This day is celebrated
With the greatest joy, and good cheer,
And wishes highly rated,
Cherished by family and friends dear.