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Obama celebrates Diwali, lights first-ever diya in Oval Office
"This year, I was honoured to kindle the first-ever diya in the Oval Office —— a lamp that symbolises how darkness will always be overcome by light. It is a tradition that I hope future Presidents will continue," Mr. Obama said on the White House Facebook page.
“I was proud to be the first President to host a Diwali celebration at the White House in 2009, and Michelle and I will never forget how the people of India welcomed us with open arms and hearts and danced with us in Mumbai on Diwali,” Mr. Obama said.
“This year, I was honoured to kindle the first-ever diya in the Oval Office —— a lamp that symbolises how darkness will always be overcome by light. It is a tradition that I hope future Presidents will continue,” Mr. Obama said on the White House Facebook page, which became viral on the social media.
“It also speaks to a broader truth about our shared American experience. It’s a reminder of what’s possible when we see beyond the differences that too often divide us. It’s a reflection of the hopes and dreams that bind us together,” he said.
Mr. Obama said that it is a time to renew collective obligation to deepen those bonds, to stand in each other’s shoes and see the world through each other’s eyes, and to embrace each other as brothers and sisters —— and as fellow Americans.
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, who has a large fan following in the Indian-American community greeted Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains across the world on the occasion of Diwali.
“On Sunday, nearly a billion Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists around the world —— including more than two million Americans —— will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights.
For members of these faiths, lighting the lamp (the diya) is a reminder that light prevails over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil,” Ms. Clinton said.
"This year, I was honoured to kindle the first-ever diya in the Oval Office —— a lamp that symbolises how darkness will always be overcome by light. It is a tradition that I hope future Presidents will continue," Mr. Obama said on the White House Facebook page.
“I was proud to be the first President to host a Diwali celebration at the White House in 2009, and Michelle and I will never forget how the people of India welcomed us with open arms and hearts and danced with us in Mumbai on Diwali,” Mr. Obama said.
“This year, I was honoured to kindle the first-ever diya in the Oval Office —— a lamp that symbolises how darkness will always be overcome by light. It is a tradition that I hope future Presidents will continue,” Mr. Obama said on the White House Facebook page, which became viral on the social media.
“It also speaks to a broader truth about our shared American experience. It’s a reminder of what’s possible when we see beyond the differences that too often divide us. It’s a reflection of the hopes and dreams that bind us together,” he said.
Mr. Obama said that it is a time to renew collective obligation to deepen those bonds, to stand in each other’s shoes and see the world through each other’s eyes, and to embrace each other as brothers and sisters —— and as fellow Americans.
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, who has a large fan following in the Indian-American community greeted Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains across the world on the occasion of Diwali.
“On Sunday, nearly a billion Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists around the world —— including more than two million Americans —— will celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights.
For members of these faiths, lighting the lamp (the diya) is a reminder that light prevails over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil,” Ms. Clinton said.
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Very Happy belated Diwali to you as well!
The occasion doesn't matter...I just hope you have happiness and festivities in your life at all times.
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I'm not sure if I fall inside the 10% or not. Hence not thanked the post.
Happy festival of lights to you anyway. May it brings endless joy, happiness, prosperity & good health to you and your loved ones. Happy Diwali..
Diwali 2016 in Pictures
Australia’s iconic Sydney Opera House was lit up in striking golden – for a night – in celebration of Diwali,the traditional Indian festival of lights on October 29, 2016. (Source: Rajiv Luthra/Facebook)
People light candles during track pujan at a stadium on the occasion of Dhanteras Festival Celebration in Allahabad. (Source: PTI)
162 Years of Kali puja at Dakshineswar Kali temple in Kolkata on Saturday Night. The traditional convention were customised by Pramahansa Sri Ramakrishna here at this temple. Located on the banks of river Ganga this is flocked by hundreds every year all throughout the night. (Source: Express photo by Subham Dutta)
A view of fireworks at Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium decorated with candles and lamps on the occasion of Deepawali festival dedicate to Indian soldiers in Allahabad. (Source: PTI)
Men light lamps at Akshardham temple on the eve of Diwali, the festival of lights, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Diwali is one of Hinduism's most important festivals, dedicated to the worship of the Hindu goddess of wealth Lakshmi. (Source: AP)
Devotees visit a Kali puja pandal at Barasat in North 24 Parganas, West Bengal to offer prayers to Goddess Kali on the occasion of Kali Puja and Diwali. (Express photo by Subham Dutta)
Lanterns are hung on display ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, in Mumbai. (Source: AP)
A young child looking at a lamp during the Diwali shopping spree at Dadar Market, Mumbai. (Express photo by Nirmal Harindran)
Australia’s iconic Sydney Opera House was lit up in striking golden – for a night – in celebration of Diwali,the traditional Indian festival of lights on October 29, 2016. (Source: Rajiv Luthra/Facebook)
People light candles during track pujan at a stadium on the occasion of Dhanteras Festival Celebration in Allahabad. (Source: PTI)
162 Years of Kali puja at Dakshineswar Kali temple in Kolkata on Saturday Night. The traditional convention were customised by Pramahansa Sri Ramakrishna here at this temple. Located on the banks of river Ganga this is flocked by hundreds every year all throughout the night. (Source: Express photo by Subham Dutta)
A view of fireworks at Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium decorated with candles and lamps on the occasion of Deepawali festival dedicate to Indian soldiers in Allahabad. (Source: PTI)
Men light lamps at Akshardham temple on the eve of Diwali, the festival of lights, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Diwali is one of Hinduism's most important festivals, dedicated to the worship of the Hindu goddess of wealth Lakshmi. (Source: AP)
Devotees visit a Kali puja pandal at Barasat in North 24 Parganas, West Bengal to offer prayers to Goddess Kali on the occasion of Kali Puja and Diwali. (Express photo by Subham Dutta)
Lanterns are hung on display ahead of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, in Mumbai. (Source: AP)
A young child looking at a lamp during the Diwali shopping spree at Dadar Market, Mumbai. (Express photo by Nirmal Harindran)
Players decorating their playground with candles and diyas on the eve of Diwali at K D Singh Babu Stadium, Lucknow. (Source: Express photo by Vishal Srivastav)
Diwali celebrations at Phadke road, Dombivali, Mumbai. (Express photo by Deepak Joshi)
Devotees wait in line to offer prayers to Goddess Kali at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple on the occasion of Kali Puja and Diwali in Kolkata on Saturday. (Source: PTI)
Youngsters dance in celebration of Diwali in Thane, Mumbai. (Source: PTI)
Classical singer Mahesh Kale performs in front of India Gate as part of Diwali celebrations in Delhi. (Source: PTI)
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Guys please Also post the reason why it celebrated and what it is exactly
It is celebrated for the victory of truth over lies, enlightenment over ignorance and darkness.
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