It is Deepavali tomorrow, would like to wish all my Hindu friends , a Happy Diwali !
Deepavali - A colorful festival that is celebrated by all Hindus worldwide is Deepavali, which is also known as the festival of lights. This festival usually falls around late October and November. One important practice that the Hindus follow during the festival is to light oil lamps in their homes on Deepavali morning. By lighting the oil lamps, the Hindus are thanking the gods for the happiness, knowledge, peace and wealth that they have received. The Hindus consider Deepavali as one of the most important festivals to celebrate.
The fireworks outside has been going on for about an hour now. It's no mistake that the Indian community is celebrating it on a grander scale now. Back then, we could only witness fireworks on the eve of 3 public holidays - National Day, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Today, fireworks are lit on every other celebration, even on a housewarming party at times. Eversince I came home, I can't help noticing the differences in our Malaysian lifestyle, and at times, I wonder why we are moving on yet stagnant. A contradiction you may find, but the former simply refers to the advancement in terms of technology and standard of living, and the latter - our mentality. I wonder when we Malaysians can be totally civilised and well mannered. Many visiting tourists has only praises for us when it comes to the Malaysian Hospitality, even MAS has that on their tagline. MH - Malaysian Hospitality, More than just a flight code. But, little do they know about the ugly behaviour that is sometimes on display. I love my country a lot, and totally proud of our colourful culture, but I personally think we have a long way to go to better ourselves, to put Malaysia on the stage.
And for now, let us indulge in the colourful cookies and candies on a Deepavali open house. Am going to a friend's place tomorrow for lunch. Can't wait !
Deepavali - A colorful festival that is celebrated by all Hindus worldwide is Deepavali, which is also known as the festival of lights. This festival usually falls around late October and November. One important practice that the Hindus follow during the festival is to light oil lamps in their homes on Deepavali morning. By lighting the oil lamps, the Hindus are thanking the gods for the happiness, knowledge, peace and wealth that they have received. The Hindus consider Deepavali as one of the most important festivals to celebrate.
The fireworks outside has been going on for about an hour now. It's no mistake that the Indian community is celebrating it on a grander scale now. Back then, we could only witness fireworks on the eve of 3 public holidays - National Day, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Today, fireworks are lit on every other celebration, even on a housewarming party at times. Eversince I came home, I can't help noticing the differences in our Malaysian lifestyle, and at times, I wonder why we are moving on yet stagnant. A contradiction you may find, but the former simply refers to the advancement in terms of technology and standard of living, and the latter - our mentality. I wonder when we Malaysians can be totally civilised and well mannered. Many visiting tourists has only praises for us when it comes to the Malaysian Hospitality, even MAS has that on their tagline. MH - Malaysian Hospitality, More than just a flight code. But, little do they know about the ugly behaviour that is sometimes on display. I love my country a lot, and totally proud of our colourful culture, but I personally think we have a long way to go to better ourselves, to put Malaysia on the stage.
And for now, let us indulge in the colourful cookies and candies on a Deepavali open house. Am going to a friend's place tomorrow for lunch. Can't wait !
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