Vijayadashami Festival Dates, Celebration and Significance
The auspicious festival celebrating the victory of good over evil, marking Lord Rama's triumph over Ravana and Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura.
The most celebrated legend tells of Goddess Durga's victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura. When the demon received a boon that no man or god could kill him, the divine trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva combined their powers to create Goddess Durga. She battled Mahishasura for nine days and nights, finally defeating him on the tenth day, which is celebrated as Vijayadashami.
According to Ramayana, Lord Rama performed Chandi Puja to seek Goddess Durga's blessings before his battle with Ravana. This akaal bodhan (untimely invocation) during autumn established the tradition of Shardiya Navratri. The goddess blessed Rama with divine strength, leading to his victory over the ten-headed demon king.
First three days dedicated to Goddess Durga representing power and strength to destroy negativity
Next three days for Goddess Lakshmi representing prosperity and material wealth
Final three days for Goddess Saraswati representing knowledge and wisdom
Nine days of devotion to Goddess Durga, culminating in her victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura on the tenth day.
The victorious tenth day when Lord Rama triumphed over Ravana, symbolizing the eternal victory of righteousness over evil.
Marks the beginning of the festive season leading to Diwali, when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after his victory.
All dates are calculated according to the traditional Hindu Panchang (lunar calendar) and may vary by location. The festival typically falls between mid-September to late October in the Gregorian calendar.
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