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Vijayadashami (Sanskrit: विजयादशमी, romanized: Vijayadaśamī), more commonly known as Dussehra, and also known as Dasara or Dashain, is a major Hindu festival celebrated every year at the end of Durga Puja and Navaratri.
Dussehra, in Hinduism, holiday marking the triumph of Rama, an avatar of Vishnu, over the 10-headed demon king Ravana, who abducted Rama’s wife, Sita. The holiday thus symbolized the victory of good over evil. It culminates the nine-day Navratri festival and coincides with the tenth day of Durga Puja.
Dussehra 2022: Here's all you need to know about whether Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, will be celebrated on October 4 or 5 this year, history and significance of the Hindu festival...
Aug 29, 2023 · Dussehra commemorates Hindu deity Lord Rama’s defeat over the 10-headed demon king Ravana. It’s a time to cheer on good’s defeat over darkness with family and friends,...
Oct 21, 2023 · Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is one of the most prominent and widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India. This festival, which marks the triumph of good over evil, holds immense cultural and religious significance. Here’s all about the history, significance, facts, rituals, and grand celebrations associated with Dussehra.
Oct 23, 2023 · Dussehra 2023 in India, History and Importance: It signifies the conclusion of the nine-day extravaganza of Navratri and the four or five-day celebration of Durga Puja.
Nov 12, 2021 · Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami or “the day of victory,” comes after the nine nights of Navratri. Sadhguru talks about the significance of the auspicious tenth day and how this occasion can bring success and victory into our life.
Oct 23, 2023 · Dussehra, also known as Vijaya Dashami, is a major Hindu festival celebrated across India. It marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana. Dussehra is celebrated on the Dashami Tithi of the Hindu lunar month of Ashwina. This year, it will be celebrated on October 24, 2023.
Most Americans call it Dussehra or Dashera by Hindus in India, although rites and rituals vary significantly. It is the longest and the most auspicious festival in the Bikram Sambat and Nepal Sambat annual calendars, celebrated by Nepali Hindus, along with their diaspora throughout the globe.
Oct 3, 2022 · Dussehra is one of the major Hindu festivals that marks the end of Navratri. The festival is celebrated as the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. It also celebrates the triumph of Goddess Durga ...
