Synopsis As its title rightly implies, the sixteenth book of Swami Paramanand reveals that Hindu religious festivals are not mere rites and rituals meant to seek favours from the gods and deities for a comfortable living, but blueprints gifted to us by ancient Indian mystic to lead us towards higher goals until we attain enlightenment, the very purpose of our life on earth. Once again we are blessed by the ability of Swami Paramananda in interpreting complex spiritual and mystical truths in simple language and in a very scientific and convincing manner. The following extracts from the book give an indication of the lofty truths awaiting the reader. “Real celebration comes with the discovery of God who is the infinite source of bliss, love, peace, knowledge and freedom." "Sheshnag or Adishesha symbolises the mind with its innumerable poisons. Vishnu resting on it represents the perfect awareness that is beyond the reach of the senses, untouched." "Oh man, cast a glance at the sky every night and behold the brightness of the stars! Through them God is inviting us to become and be star and thus to participate and celebrate the eternal Deepavali." "If you really wish to offer, then give your 'I' for that is the only offering worthy of being made. Manliness lies in the capacity to offer one's 'I'."