Dussehra 2023: Shardiya Navratri has started and people are all out celebrating with full grandeur and religious fervour. Dedicated to the nine avatars of Maa Durga, Navratri is celebrated over the span of nine nights and concluded on the 10th day of Shukla Paksha of the Ashwin as Dussehra. This festival is also known as Vijayadashami. Vijaya Dashami is celebrated at the end of the nine-day Navratri festival.
For many people, Dussehra marks the beginning of the preparations for Diwali, which is a festival of lights that celebrates the victory of good over evil. In 2023, Vijayadashami will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 24th. The festival is celebrated by Hindus all over the world, and it commemorates the victory of good over evil.
There are two main reasons why Vijayadashami is celebrated after Navratri. According to Hindu mythology, Navratri celebrates the victory of the goddess Durga over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. Dussehra marks the end of the battle and Goddess Durga's final victory.
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As per Historical significance, Dussehra is celebrated following Navratri because it is believed that Lord Rama worshiped Goddess Durga before embarking on his journey to defeat Ravana, following the guidance of Lord Vishnu. This festival signifies the triumph of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana. After a long battle, Lord Rama defeated Ravana, who was also called Dashmukha, on Dussehra.
The word Dussehra comes from the Sanskrit words, 'Dasha' and 'hara.' Dasha means ten (Ravana had ten heads) and hara means defeat (Lord Rama defeats Ravana). The festival symbolises the victory of good over evil.
Vijayadashami or Dussehra and Dashain are different names for the same Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. Dussehra is primarily celebrated in North India, Vijaya Dashami is celebrated in South India, and Dashain is celebrated in Nepal. Some of the rituals that are followed on the day of Vijayadashami such as - Shami Puja, Aparajita Puja, and Seema Avalanghan.
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It¡¯s that time of the year when people come out of their houses, get together and celebrate festivals. Come October-November and the diverse shades of Indian culture and tradition get ready to dazzle. One of the prominent Indian festivals is Dussehra, also known as Durga Puja and Vijayadashami, in different parts of the country.
Every Indian state has its own way of celebrating the beautiful festival. From Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat to Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh, Dussehra in India is all about ethnic elegance.
- Inspire children to harness their creative talents by engaging in Dussehra-themed crafts, such as crafting a bow and arrow or other imaginative projects.
- Narrate the captivating tales of the legendary King Rama to your little ones, immersing them in the rich mythology of this festive occasion.
- Surprise them with festive decorations like Dhanusha (bows), Gadda (maces), and masks featuring various characters from the epic stories.
- Consider procuring miniature effigies of Ravana from local markets, if available, and participate in the tradition of burning them at a nearby open area.
- Take your children to regional fairs or melas and introduce them to the enchanting world of "Ramlila" performances, where they can witness the dramatic retelling of the Ramayana.
- Encourage your kids to dress up as different characters from the Ramayana and reenact famous scenes, fostering their connection to this ancient epic.
- Educate them about the essence of Dussehra, a celebration that honors the victory of good over evil, instilling in them the belief that truth always triumphs.
(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)
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