• by Dawn King • It’s interesting that we are in a season of change in which every culture finds its way forward through its own celebrations. The new Moon in Libra of October (this year on the 20th or 21st, depending on location) brings renewed efforts across the planet for sane leadership.
This is much like the culture of celebrating Diwali (or Dipavali) an annual Festival of Light observed by Hindus,Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains. Small clay pots filled with oil will hold lighted cotton string wicks, their flames signifying the ultimate victory of virtue in each soul.
The origin of this festival was in gratitude for the ultimate victory of light over darkness, of wisdom over ignorance. It is often associated with an ancient tale of a virtuous leader who overcomes a cruel despot.
This new Moon also celebrates the birthday of Lord Dhanvantari, who brought Ayurvedic healing to Earth. So, this makes it a perfect time to begin new health rituals and remedies. Let us personally be grateful for our blessings, and make choices which celebrate and enliven the Divine Light, bringing heaven to earth.
Calm me, O Lord,
as you stilled the storm.
Still me, O Lord,
keep me from harm.
Let all tumult within me cease.
Enfold me, Lord,
in your peace.
–Songs of the Gaels