Happy Diwali, friends! Over the past few weeks, I’ve been anticipating the arrival of this traditional holiday from India and trying to learn as much as I can about it. The abundance of colors and sensory details, the symbolism of light triumphing over darkness and good over evil, is absolutely stunning to me! And of course, me being me, I automatically looked for the Christian/Biblical tie-ins in this glorious festival. Come with me as I learn what my faith has in common with the cultural and religious festival of Diwali. Hope you enjoy!
Verses: Psalm 119:105, 1 John 1:5, 5:4, John 1:5, 8:12, Acts 17:16-34, Revelation 7:9
Truth: The themes and symbolism of Diwali point to the true Light of the world and how He overcame the darkness once and for all.
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