With Dussehra 2023 around the corner, it’s the perfect time to prepare for this significant day. Dussehra represents the victory of good over evil and holds immense spiritual and cultural value.
Here are four things you can do this Vijayadashami to celebrate in a meaningful and enriching way, according to Pandit Jagannath Guruji.
Worship Weapons
Dussehra, celebrating Lord Rama’s victory over the demon king Ravana, holds a beautiful tradition. It’s the day to worship weapons like swords, bows, and arrows. This ritual symbolizes the triumph of righteousness and reminds us that violence should only protect what’s right, never for selfish gain. It’s a powerful message about the victory of good over evil.
Perform Lakshmi Puja for Abundance
Dussehra is a perfect time to seek blessings from Goddess Lakshmi, the divine source of wealth and prosperity. By performing Lakshmi Puja at home or in a temple, you can invite financial stability and abundance into your life. Chanting the powerful mantra “Om Shreem Mahalakshmiyei Namaha” during this ritual is believed to enhance your wealth and prosperity. It’s a wonderful way to set a positive financial outlook for your future.
Burning the effigy of Ravana
Dussehra is an astrological way to cleanse the atmosphere of negative energies and create a more positive energy field. It is also beneficial to take a vow to walk on the path of truth on Dussehra, as truth is associated with the Sun, which is the most beneficial planet in astrology. Walking on the path of truth can help us to achieve our goals, overcome obstacles, and live more fulfilling lives.
Venerate the Shami Plants
The shami tree plays a significant role in Dussehra. Legend has it that the Pandavas concealed their weapons in a shami tree during their exile and reclaimed them upon their return, symbolizing victory. To honor this tradition, people venerate shami leaves and branches, believing it ushers in good fortune and banishes negativity from their lives and relationships.
