TejasCare Lamp Wicks -10 Bundles He light symbolizes knowledge, positivity and tranquility, and lighting diyas or earthen lamps on daily basis is considered highly auspicious. It is said that regular lighting of diyas removes darkness, ignorance and evil.since the light of a ghee lamp is believed to bring in prosperity, knowledge and wisdom, it is a rule in india to start all the auspicious religious events or social functions by lighting the lamp. By doing so it is believed that we invite the divine to come and bless us.