When is Vijayadashami celebrated in the Hindu calendar?
Vijayadashami. Vijayadashami ( IAST: Vijayadaśamī, pronounced [ʋɪʝəjəðəʃmɪ]]) also known as Dasahara, Dusshera, Dasara, Dussehra or Dashain is a major Hindu festival celebrated at the end of Navratri every year. It is observed on the tenth day in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvin, the seventh month of the Hindu Luni-Solar Calendar,…
How is Vijayadasami celebrated as Madhwa Jayanthi day?
As Sage Veda Vyasa is the foremost Guru, Vijayadasami is celebrated as Vyasa Pooja. Shastra or Astra or weapons are also worshipped. Different kinds of weapons were used by the Goddess to kill the demons. It is observed as Madhwa Jayanthi Day.
What is the significance of Vijayadashami and Dussehra?
According to the Panchag, the Dashami of the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month is celebrated nationwide as Vijayadashami or Dussehra. Dussehra is one of the pivotal festivals of the Hindus. This festival narrates the story of Lord Sri Rama, who defeated arrogant Ravana in Lanka after the nine days war and got Mother Sita released from his clutches.
What is the origin of the word Vijayadashami?
Etymology. Vijayadashami ( Devanagari: विजयदशमी ) ( Kannada: ವಿಜಯದಶಮಿ) ( Tamil: விஜயதசமி) ( Telugu: విజయదశమి) is a composite of two words “Vijaya” (विजय) and “Dashami” (दशमी), which respectively mean “victory” and “tenth,” connoting the festival on the tenth day celebrating the victory of good over evil.
Why is Vijayadasami celebrated on 9 days of Navaratri?
Vijayadasami, is the culmination of the 9 day celebrations of Navaratri. The day on which the Mother Goddess defeated Mahisha, the most powerful Asura, is celebrated as Vijayadasami. Devotees that undergo fasting during the nine days of the Navaratri, consummate their fasting or viratham, by celebrating the victory through prayers to the Goddess.