The Little Diya's Big Glow: A Diwali Tale

It was the day before Diwali, and Leela couldn't wait to celebrate the Festival of Lights with her family. She had helped her mother clean the house, make delicious sweets, and even learned how to make beautiful rangoli designs on the floor.

As the sun began to set, Leela's father brought home a big box of diyas, which they would light up the next day to symbolize the victory of light over darkness. Leela's eyes widened as she saw the different shapes and sizes of the diyas. She asked her father, 'Why do we light diyas on Diwali?'

Her father smiled and said, 'A long time ago, Lord Rama returned to his kingdom after a long exile, and the people welcomed him by lighting diyas to illuminate his path. It's a reminder that even in the darkest times, there is always hope and light to guide us.'

The next day, Leela and her family woke up early to start their Diwali celebrations. They lit the diyas, and the house was filled with a warm, golden glow. Leela noticed that one of the diyas was smaller than the others and seemed to be struggling to stay lit. She felt sorry for the little diya and decided to place it in a special spot where it could shine brighter.

As the day went on, Leela realized that the little diya was actually making a big difference. Its light was reflecting off the walls and illuminating the darker corners of the room. She understood that even though it was small, the little diya's light was powerful enough to dispel the darkness.

Leela's family spent the day playing games, eating sweets, and watching the fireworks light up the night sky. As they sat together, watching the diyas twinkle, Leela's mother told them the story of Lord Rama's return to Ayodhya. Leela felt happy and grateful for the love and warmth of her family.

As the night came to a close, Leela looked at the little diya and felt proud of its big glow. She learned that Diwali is not just a festival of lights but also a celebration of hope, family togetherness, and the triumph of good over evil.

The Magic of Diwali

As Leela drifted off to sleep, she felt the magic of Diwali all around her. The diyas were still lit, and the house was filled with a sense of peace and happiness. She knew that the light of the little diya would stay with her throughout the year, reminding her that even in the darkest times, there is always hope and love to guide her.

The next morning, Leela woke up to find that the little diya had burned out, but its light had ignited a spark in her heart. She felt grateful for the lessons she learned on Diwali and knew that she would carry them with her always. The story of the little diya's big glow would remain a special memory for Leela, a reminder of the power of hope, love, and light to overcome any darkness.

🎯 The Lesson

Even a small light can make a big difference, and with hope, love, and family togetherness, we can overcome any darkness and fill our lives with joy and happiness.

🤔 Think About It

• What does Diwali mean to you, and how do you celebrate it with your family?
• How can you be like the little diya and make a positive difference in someone's life?
• What are some ways you can spread hope and kindness to those around you, just like the light of the diya spreads to illuminate the darkness?