Rama / Durga
Dussehra (Vijayadashami)
The tenth day, and the end of a long fight
Two victories are remembered on the same day: Rama's over Ravana, and Durga's over Mahishasura. Both stories take their time — neither is a sudden triumph — which is why the day is traditionally about steadiness rather than celebration alone.
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A recommended mantra for this sacred day
Lokabhiramam Ranarangadhiram salutes Rama as the steady one in the midst of struggle, which is the quality the day actually commemorates.
Read the Sanskrit and meaning on the Lokabhiramam Ranarangadhiram — Shri Rama Vandana page, or explore the full mantra library.
Date shown for New Delhi, India. Observance can differ by location because tithi, sunrise and timezone affect the applicable date — please confirm local temple or pañcāṅga timings if precise observance times matter to your practice.