The light of Diwali

Darkness knows the light
and welcomes it,
even though its presence
banishes darkness itself.
The light of knowledge
has been lit
and cannot be extinguished.
Burning brightly,
shining far.
The light of knowing,
of being
pure, free forever
has been lit
and cannot be dimmed.

Darkness knows the light
and welcomes it.
A great battle is concluded
with an embrace,
an acceptance
a bow of submission.
Welcome light.
Know the light as
pure, free, forever.
The light shines brightest
in the darkness.
Let all who can see,
see the light.
Let all who can hear,
hear the shouts of exaltation,
of joy.
Darkness is defeated.
The light shines bright.

© 5 Nov 2013