Vijayadashami: Method Of Worship, Importance And Date Of Dussehra

Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, is one of the major festivals of India. This festival is celebrated on the Dashami date of Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month. This festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the victory of Dharma over Adharma.

Importance of Vijayadashami

• There is a mythological belief that Lord Shri Ram killed Ravana on this day.
• On this day, Mother Durga killed a demon named Mahishasura.
• Vijayadashami gives the message of abandoning evil and walking on the path of truth and Dharma.
• This day is also considered very auspicious for new work, education and weapon worship.

Worship method

• Take a bath on the morning of Dashami Tithi and wear clean clothes.
• Worship Mother Durga and Lord Shri Ram.
• There is a tradition of worshiping Shami tree and weapons.
• On this day, worshipping Ayudha and starting new learning activities is considered extremely fruitful.

Vijayadashami Festival

• Dussehra is celebrated with great pomp in various states of India.
• The burning of Ravana is a symbol of the victory of good over evil.
• In many places, Ramlila is staged to remember the ideals of Lord Shri Ram.