VIJAYADASHAMI 2024 will be celebrated with full enthusiasm like every year in India. Vijayadashami popularly known as DUSSEHRA, is a famous and significant Hindu festival celebrated not only in India but also in many other parts of the world. The nine days before the ultimate festival is also celebrated with enthusiasm as Navratri. Vijayadashami is celebrated on the tenth day of Shukla paksha in the month of Ashwin (as per the Hindu calendar). It marks the end of Navratri and is also a symbol of good defeating evil. 

Vijaya Dashami 2024 Date and Time

Vijayadashami 2024 will be celebrated on the 12th of October which is a Saturday. The Ramleela (the story of lord Ram taking over the Ravana) begins 14 days before the ultimate Vijayadashami celebration that is concluded in the late evening with the burning of the effigy of Ravana. Though in some parts of the world, Ravana is also worshipped as per their personal beliefs and traditions on the occasion of Dussehra.

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Vijaya Dashami 2024 Meaning

The term “Vijayadashami” is derived from two Sanskrit words: "Vijaya," which means victory, and "Dashami," which refers to the 10th day. Therefore, Vijayadashami is often referred to as the "tenth day of victory." While the word "Dussehra" is derived from two Sanskrit words: "Dasha" meaning "ten" and "hara" meaning "defeat". It has a deep meaning of celebrating the fact that good, the person who follows dharma will always take over the evil and the one going on the path of Adharma.

In some regions, it also celebrates the goddess Durga’s win over the demon Mahishasura. It is celebrated post-Navratri as “Durga pooja” in many parts of India, especially West Bengal. Overall, Vijayadashami or Dussehra is celebrated with great joy and excitement all over the world with a line of events, traditions, and cultural activities. 

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Significance of Vijayadashami

The importance of Vijaya Dashami can be understood as it not only celebrates the fact that good will always take over evil but also serves as a reminder that the most important attribute of an individual is humbleness. Ravana was an extremely learned man but he let his pride and ego take over his good side which became the reason for his destruction. Dussehra is a symbolic celebration of the constant fight of not letting the evil side of a man take over them on both an emotional and mental level. It is also the beginning of the festivities in India, so it is a significant signal of all good things coming ahead in life. 

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Vijaya Dashami Story

The story of Vijaya Dashami is mentioned in the epic of Ramayana. It is the story of one of the most iconic battles in the world where the divine/god took over the evil to restore the balance in the universe. The story begins with the kidnapping of Sita, the wife of Lord Ram who was in exile for 14 years in the jungle because of a promise he made to his father. Lord Rama was broken and decided to get back his wife from the demon king Ravana. He requested the release of his wife but Ravan denied it with arrogance. God was left with no choice but to launch a war against the Lnaka King Ravan. He formed an army with a group of monkeys who were led by Lord Hanuman, the most dedicated devotee of Lord Ram. With the help of Hanuman and his army, Lord Rama crossed the ocean and reached Lanka where the ultimate battle happened. On the tenth day of the fierce battle, Lord Rama finally defeated Ravana, saved Sita, and was reunited with the love of her life. To this day this divine win of defeating evil is celebrated as Vijaya Dashami or Dussehra.

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Vijaya Dashami Benefits

Vijaya Dashami's significance lies in the spiritual benefits it provides to the people. It offers an opportunity for individuals to reflect on moral and ethical values. Goddess Saraswati is also worshipped on this day in some parts of the country to seek her blessings for wisdom and knowledge. It is also a culturally important festival as it is collectively celebrated as a community to celebrate the win of Lord Rama and the beginning of the golden era when he returned to Ayodhya after 14 long years. 

Aparajita Puja and Seema Avalanghan (सीमा अवलंघन) are some of the poojas known to be conducted on the occasion of Vijaya Dashami. You can take guidance from expert astrologers to conduct these ceremonies successfully. There is an option to contact experienced astrologers on Anytime Astro for genuine and authentic services. They can give you personalized guidance for maximum benefits from the rituals and poojas conducted. With their expert advice, you can make Vijayadashami 2024 the changing point of your life. 

Ramleela is an important part of the Dussehra celebration where the story of this legendary event is performed by children and some adults. The effigy of Ravan along with his son Meghnath and brother Kumbhkaran that started to build days before is burnt as a symbol of the end of evil. It is celebrated with fireworks, lights, and cultural performances. 

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Final Thoughts

Vijayadashami 2024 will be a grand celebration with joy and excitement everywhere as it has been happening for ages. Dussehra is not only a culturally very important festival as it celebrates the ultimate tale of Lord Rama keeping his promises, teaching us the value of morals in life and restoring the balance in the universe by defeating evil; but also it is symbolically representative of the beginning of festivities, a celebration of their commitment to being faithful and even a renewal of their promise of a life taught by Lord Ram.