Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, is kept on Ashwina Shukla Dashami for the victory of good over evil.
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
It is the day Lord Rama defeated Ravana, and the day Goddess Durga defeated the buffalo demon Mahishasura. It ends the nine nights of Navratri.
Key Rituals & Observance
Step-by-step sacred rituals and worship practices
- 1Step 1
Burning of the effigies of Ravana, Kumbhakarna and Meghnad.
- 2Step 2
Worship of Shami tree and weapons (Ayudha puja).
- 3Step 3
Durga idols are immersed in Bengal (Bijoya), and friends exchange greetings and sweets.
Sacred Deity & Powerful Mantras
Lord Rama and Hanuman • Vedic and Puranic chants for peace and blessings
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Lord Rama and Hanuman · Mantra
श्री राम जय राम जय जय राम ॥
Shri Rama Jaya Rama Jaya Jaya Rama
Meaning
Salutations to Lord Rama and Hanuman.
108 JapaSacred Mantra