Healing Light Of Rama (Meditation)

This Diwali, I would like to offer you something special: an audio-visual meditation that reflects on the healing energy associated with Lord Rama. He is not only a central figure in the festival of Diwali but also one of the most revered deities in Hinduism.

In the blog below the meditation, I share the significance of Diwali and its connection to Rama, who has greatly influenced my life and consciousness.

Asha and I were born and raised in our native state of Tamil Nadu, India. Diwali was one of the most special times of the year for us. My childhood was spent living in an orthodox Hindu neighborhood and attending a Hindu school and where I knew only Hindu friends. Like many Hindu children, I grew up reading Amar Chitra Katha, a comic book series that conveys Hindu spirituality, culture, and history through art and text.

In the tradition of the Ramayana—one of Hinduism's two main epics known as ithihasa—Diwali commemorates the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom of Ayodhya, alongside his wife Sita and brother Lakshmana, after a 14-year period of exile. The joyous citizens welcomed him with rows of oil lamps, a tradition that we still practice in our homes today.

The symbolic significance of the light during Diwali represents the victory of light over darkness. As the Gospel of John alludes, spiritual light is of a kind that the darkness cannot overcome. The return of Rama also signifies the return of dharma, a concept that embodies righteousness, justice, and alignment with goodness. This time of year reminds us that, no matter how dark certain aspects of the world or our own lives may appear, there is a spiritual light that triumphs, leading to an era of prosperity and well-being alongside justice and goodness.

The holy name "Rama" has always stirred something extraordinary within me—something inexplicable that never fails to arise whether spoken, chanted, or sung. In this spirit, I hope this Diwali brings you healing in your heart and reassurance that, regardless of how dark or depressing circumstances may seem, there is a light that prevails over all. You can tap into this light in some small way every day. On Diwali, however, it shines brightly as over a billion Hindus around the world connect with it. Embrace that light, my friend, and ride that wave as much as you can on this auspicious day.

Wishing you a blessed Diwali,

In One Spirit,

Russill