Diwali 2025: Why spotting Owl on Diwali considered a sign of good fortune

New Delhi: Diwali, the festival of joy and lights is celebrated with grand fervours, joy and devotion across the world and majorly all parts of India. The air is filled with festivities, positivity, and energy. While diyas, rangolis, sweets and getting dressed is all part of the festive celebrations and considered auspicious, one significant ritual that is also considered very important is spotting an owl on the night of Diwali for health, wealth and prosperity.

It is considered spiritual and holds a special place in Indian traditions. Revered as a divine messenger and a symbol of prosperity, owl is believed to carry blessings for those who encounter it during the festival.

The connection between owl and Diwali is considered auspicious as per Hindi scriptures and folklores. Across the generations, stories and beliefs have emphasised that the owl, seen as a nocturnal guardian or vahana of Goddess Laxmi, the deity worshipped for wealth and abundance on Diwali festival. 

Seeing this enigmatic bird on the day of Diwali is not merely a coincidence but a sign of auspiciousness, signaling wisdom, protection, and the arrival of good fortune into one’s life.

In Hindu mythology, Owl is considered vahana of Goddess Laxmi, a close guardian guiding goddess to distribute wealth and blessings all around the world. The owl's nocturnal nature symbolises vigilance, and wisdom, making devotees cautious and aware while navigating life's challenges.

Some scriptures mention Owl's presence as removal of darkness and guiding people to the positive path of life. Emphasising on victory, wisdom and clarity in life. 

1. Symbol of wealth and prosperity when spotted on the occasion of Diwali, it is considered to bring abundance, wealth and interpret removal of obstacles from home. 

2. Owls are considered carriers of spiritual messages of Goddess Laxmi, it seen during Diwali it is believed to enhance the spiritual aura and spread positivity. 

3. Owls are known for their vision in darkness. It helps to clear vision, choose the right path and bless with abundance. 

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4. Protects from evil, the owl is a guardian against evil and negative energies. 

Owl is treated as the vahana of Goddess Laxmi, and also considered auspicious. People offer prayers and seek blessings. If you spot an Owl this Diwali bow down to take blessings and consider yourself lucky as the divine messenger came to spread prosperity and protection.