A militant pacifist
"I am not only a pacifist but a militant pacifist. I am willing to fight for peace. Nothing will end war unless the people themselves refuse to go to war." - Albert Einstein
The Greatest Festivities of Bengal: More a Celebration of Societal Amity and Togetherness than a Religious Event | Sowmen Mitter
🟦 Bengal's greatest annual celebration, Durga Puja, is much more than a religious festival. Although its mythological foundation lies in the worship of Goddess Durga and the triumph of good over evil, its contemporary significance extends far beyond the boundaries of religious belief and ritualistic observance. For millions of Bengalis, Durga Puja represents a collective expression of cultural identity, social solidarity, artistic creativity and human togetherness. It is a celebration in which the religious and the secular coexist, often so seamlessly that the distinction between them becomes almost immaterial. 🟥 Beyond the Boundaries of Religion The religious significance of Durga Puja cannot, and need not, be denied. The Goddess is worshipped as the embodiment of feminine power, courage and the ultimate victory of righteousness over evil. The annual homecoming of Durga, accompanied by her children, is also popularly interpreted as the return of a beloved daughter to her parenta...
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