Arati

Arati is a traditional Hindu ritual of offering light, usually from a small oil lamp or candle, to deities or sacred symbols. It symbolizes the removal of darkness (ignorance) and the welcoming of divine presence and blessings. The ritual often includes singing hymns, ringing bells, and gently rotating the lit lamp in front of the deity image or altar. Arati is performed during religious ceremonies, festivals, or prayer times, fostering spiritual connection, gratitude, and reverence. It is a meaningful act of devotion, emphasizing purity, focus, and the acknowledgment of divine grace in everyday life.