Diwali
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains with rows of small clay lamps, fireworks, sweets and new clothes. For many it marks the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Dreaming of Diwali often carries a feeling of renewal and togetherness, as if a dark stretch is ending and it's time to celebrate with the people you love. Lighting the lamps yourself can show hope you're keeping alive. A Diwali far from home may stir longing for family and the traditions you grew up with.
Also called: Deepavali, Festival of lights, Diya lamps
Dream variations
Lighting diyas
Warmth is passing from you to others, the way one flame lights the next lamp. Share some good news or a kindness this week and let it travel.
Cleaning and decorating the house for Diwali
You're clearing space for something good to arrive. Finish the tidying, inside and out, and welcome it.
Sharing sweets with neighbors
Goodwill is flowing between you and the people around you. A small generous gesture will be warmly remembered.
Diwali far from family
Distance makes the familiar rituals feel even more precious. Light one lamp wherever you are, then call the people you'd normally celebrate with.
Related symbols
- Candle One small flame can light up a whole dark room.
- Fireworks Bursts of color over a dark sky make fireworks one of the happiest dream images.
- Festival Music drifting from several stages at once, food stalls, painted faces and strangers…
- Lantern Before streetlights, a lantern was how people found their way home after dark, its flame…
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