Dussehra, also known as Vijyadashami, is one of the most significant and colorful holidays celebrated by Hindu people in India. It marks the conclusion of the nine-day Navratri festival. Dussehra 2023 is to be celebrated on 24th October. Let’s delve into the essence of this festival, its historical significance and the customs that make it such an integral part of Indian culture.
Dussehra 2023 falls on 24th October 2023 and devotees mark this day with various rituals and celebrations. The Vijaya Muhurat, an auspicious time for puja, begins at 1:58 pm and ends at 2:43 pm. The afternoon puja time ranges from 1:13 pm to 3:28 pm. The Dashmi Tithi starts on 23rd October at 5:44 pm and ends at 24th October 3:14 pm. The Shravana Nakshatra is observed from 22nd October at 6:44 pm to 23rd October at 5:14 pm.
Dussehra, the tenth day of Navratri, marks the end of a nine-day festival dedicated to various forms of Goddess Durga. This day is also known as Vijyadashami, meaning the day of Victory. Different regions connect Dussehra to different legends, such as Goddess Durga’s triumph over the demon Mahishasura or the epic battle of the Ramayana.
Dussehra is intertwined with two popular legends:
Dussehra is a time for merriment and rituals that vary across India. It signifies the victory of virtue over vice and sets the stage for the upcoming Diwali festival. Some common customs include:
Dussehra paves the way for Diwali, a festival 20 days later. Diwali marks Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after defeating Ravana, symbolizing the triumph of good. The central message of Dussehra is that good conquers evil and it is a time to pray for prosperity and well-being.
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