Dear Editor,
The celebration of Diwali as the “victory of good over evil” refers to the light of higher knowledge dispelling all ignorance, the ignorance that masks one’s true nature. As we illuminate our homes with lights and firecrackers, it is an expression of obeisance to the heavens for the attainment of health, wealth, knowledge, peace and prosperity. From darkness unto light — the light that empowers us to commit ourselves to good deeds, that which brings us closer to divinity.
Diwali will be observed on the 10th November, 2015. Most of us would know that Diwali is celebrated on the night of Amawasya. Hence, we must be aware of the timing that the Amawasya Tithi starts and ends in order to correctly determine which night falls between the tithi for us to celebrate. According to the calculations of Panchang or Patra, Amawasya starts at 11:54am on November 10th and continues through the night of November 10th until it reaches the end time which will be 1:46pm on November 11th.
We appeal to leaders of the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha to maintain the tradition of calculating the correct Tithi so that we can unite for the sake of our Hindu brothers and sisters and prevent segregation amongst our people. We need to demonstrate the universal nature of Satya Sanatan Dharma and how it is based on eternal truth that can be applied to anyone from any background. It is such a profound culture that we need to show that it is not only for a few Hindus, but for the upliftment of all humanity.
We are a part of the hope for the future. We should have confidence in what we can do because history has shown that we have already made a difference. In this way, if we all become Ambassadors of Sanatan Dharma then you will see a great coalition that brings a bright future.
Yours faithfully,
Pt. Ubraj Narine
Spiritual Head of Guyana
Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha
