An auspicious to have your Vehicle blessed, decor the house, eat lucky goodies, or start a new venture
Many Hindus also believe that it is lucky to start a new venture, project or journey on Dussehra. They may also exchange gifts of leaves from the Shami tree (Prosopis spicigera) as a symbol of the story of the Pandavas brothers’ exile in the Mahabharata stories.
Many people of the Hindu faith observe Dussehra through special prayer meetings and food offerings to the gods at home or in temples throughout India. They also hold outdoor fairs (melas) and large parades with effigies of Ravana (a mythical king of ancient Sri Lanka). The effigies are burnt on bonfires in the evening.
Dussehra Quick Tips:
In Indian culture, it’s believed that a tidy home will give off positive energy and be more inviting to the gods and goddesses.
- If you have a prayer room, pay extra attention to cleaning it.
- Remove dust and grime from a metal idol of Durga with baking soda sprinkled onto a damp cloth. Buff the baking soda into the metal in small circles.
- Don’t wear shoes inside your house during Dussehra to keep the floors clean.
- Draw a rangoli with colorful powder at the entrance to your house.
- Light up your space with diyas and string lights.
Vijaydashmi
It is a day to remember Ravan, the one with ten heads, his defeat by Lord Ram, on the tenth day.
It is the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahisasur.
Coincidentally it is also the day, when Arjun single-handedly defeated the entire Kuru army on the last day of their fourteen year exile.
That is why, it is also fondly remembered as Vijaydashmi. Vijay means victory and dashmi means tenth. Victory on the tenth day.
These 5 Food Items on Vijayadashmi to Bring Good Luck
- Jalebi And Fafda. Jalebi and Fafda are Gujarat’s special foods. …
- Paan. Eating Paan on Dussehra is considered lucky especially in UP and Bihar. …
- Rasgulla. Rasgulla is a must-have on Dussehra. …
- Curd …
- Sweet Dosa
