#dussehra

[bhrm555]

The great battle between Rama and Ravana c 1780, Guler style, Pahari

[srisrisriddd]

Happy Dussehera

Shakti and Brahm (God) Are Identical Kali is verily Brahm and Brahm is verily Kali - Dr Devang H Dattani

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[singlesomethinginstyle]

It is festive season in South Asia, and women are some of the most overworked among all social groups.

Suddenly, it is not just you, your partner/parents/siblings anymore - it is the entire extended clan, khandaan, their nosy relatives even with several degrees of separation.

The bulk of festive burden falls on women. From the cooking, an extensive menu that comprises unhealthy food which will not be fully consumed because everyone is diabetic or dieting, and the heartbroken woman has to finish what she painstakingly prepared or watch it go to the trash, to endless decor needs, shopping and gifting the extended family (a fine art which, god forbid you gift one relative something and another differently, tempers erupt) not to mention your own professional deadlines because your boss wants everything early so he can justify the 3-4-5 fay holidays.

Then comes the dieting because you KNOW you will be judged for your appearance, the clothing choices, the exhaustion of dealing with nasty relatives and the politics.

And if you're queer, in the closet or struggling or even simply wanting to be single or avoid marriage, suddenly your life is everyone's business, and this endless social nightmare, the bullying and the ostracism is the opposite of divine, it is debasing. God forbid if you are part of an inter-caste or inter-faith coupling, the negativity is worse.

Here are a few tips on how you can take care of yourself during this season.

You've gotta put yourself first. You cannot fight multiple battles on multiple fronts if you cannot take care of yourself first. FEED YOURSELF FIRST.

Look in the mirror ' and tell yourself - this festive season I am celebrating ME - I will feed myself first. You cannot fight big battles on an empty tank.

1. Food: eat before everyone else - get in the kitchen, make yourself something healthy in half an hour, cut a salad, a bunch of fruits and eat first. Cut up a few veggies at night, put it in a tiffin box and leave it in the fridge. When everyone is snoozing, have that. They will balance out all the junk that will go into your stomach. Don't start any ridiculous fast that will drain you. Get a doctor's note if you are being pressured and say - sorry maa ji. Health reasons I have to be careful.

2. Get a pre-festival health checkup. Go to the doctor and get your stats checked. Some labs offer full-body general health checkups at discounted rates. Grab a package and finish it. When you know where you are struggling, yiu can avoid making it worse.

3. Protect your money. Festive seasons have a pile of insidious stupid expenses that pile up and guess who pays ? The woman, the wife, the daughter in law. Do you think your Husband or inlaws will shell money out for that cute decor and diya set? No way. If you hold them accountable, they will probably give some money for all the gifts relatives give. Remove your credit cards and debit cards from online shopping sites. Pretend something is wrong with your card and it got blocked. Make your husband or In-laws pay instead.

So get realistic, set up a budget and empty your bank account into an FD. Congratulations, you only have a SMALL amount of money left for decorations - use that to get inventive and clever. Pull out old newspapers, and get into wealth-from-waste mode.

If you are even smarter, you will quietly set up an alternative savings account WITHOUT a debit card or credit card and squirrel away your Dussehra - Diwali bonus into it. If your husband asks, "Sorry yar, iss bar company mein bonus nahi de rahe hain, kaafi projects mein behind hue and they arent doing that well"

If you are still living with your parents make it a point to save every money gift you get. Take the cash, hide it safely and don't touch it. First opportunity - put it in the bank account (your own, not a shared one)

4. Secure your Jewelry. A pot of desi women are given gold and precipus jewelry during their marriage but this is often sneakily taken away by your mother in law in order to "safeguard it". It is usually in the bank or a locker you do not have access to.

So, this festive season, go FULL on TRADITIONAL. Wear that old saree, and ask mom in law for your jewelry because your extended family etc are mentioning seeing those pieces from your wedding, because they got sentimental. And then sneakily after the festivities, hide them in your own little locker (which you bought beforehand) and quietly head to the bank, and deposit it in a safe deposit box in YOUR name.

Remember, GOLD is one of the most secure available financial assets for a desi woman. But the gold you have is often controlled by your in-laws once you marry over. So make sure you take iy back bit by bit. And when they ask - make excuses like - the clasp is broken, need repairs, mom wants to upgrade it a little etc. And never give it back to your inlaws. Your gold is YOUR legal property. It should not go to your inlaws.

5. Mentally prepare for tough conversations.

Festive seasons are hard on women and they socially slaughter your dignity. Prepare snarky, sarcastic answers or don't hesitate to shut down what comes your way. But since many of you are raised to be docile, remember to anticipate all the tough topics someone will raise to criticize you, think of their personaliry and prepare some snarky answers beforehand. If a relative is asking abiut your marriage, ask them when their son is going to move out or if they're still a financial burden. Ask if their husbands have stopped ogling the maid. Don't be scared of going offensive. These guys are not your friends and won't hesitate to pull you down.

6. Prepare Me time. Make a set of activities, like groceries etc, that that can leave you alone and give you breathing space from the khandaan. Take longer to shop alone and take a break in the neighbourhood park. Use this time to meditate, check in with yourself and your goals and give youraelf a spiritual pat kn the back.

7. Prep an easy menu and donate the remaining. Plan a food menu that is not extensive. Order delicacies if possible, instead of Doing it Yourself. There is no BEST BAHU and BEST WIFE contest to win. Get the load of cooking off your back. If there is food leftover, call an orphanage and send it to them. Do not eat excessively out of guilt. Donate it to those who need it. When the burden of cooking is reduced the guilt of forced eating goes doen and you won't be putting junk in your body.

Remember - you are your own best friend. Festivals will take a lot out of you. They will cause families to get into unnecessary pissing contests and you have to bear the laborous brunt. So safeguard your time and energy.

[valar-did-me-wrong]

Due to an utter lack of ROP merch I made an Adar collage 👇🏽 (thankyou people who upload such high quality pics, ilu) & got it printed on a Tee!!

Now in pure excitement, I wore that Tee to my family Dussehra outing today and..

..let me tell you about my hypothesis that Adar's bad luck is contagious

Because midway on our outing the car broke down, our packed lunch got ruined in the heat, my dog pooped & then stepped on it, the mechanic came after an hour but still couldn't fix anything so the car had to be towed, me and my poopy dog had to get back home in a Tuktuk, through the Dussehra traffic, in the sticky heat (in my dewy ass sunscreen) & all the way my dog tried to jump out & play with every animal he saw 🥲

On the other hand, my mom blames the bad luck on wearing black on Dussehra & Not Adar so 🤷🏽‍♀️

And on the third hand, my dog had an amazing day today so he definitely would say the Tshirt & colour are rather lucky 😂

Presenting my new tee & poopy dog (Maxim) 🖤

Could have removed the Entertainment Weekly logo with an AI but didn't wanna download one just for that so.. let them have their credit I guess

Just the collage

& mandatory petition share

[aryaraju]

#दशहरा #दशहरा_की_हार्दिक_शुभकामनाएं #विजयादशमी2024 #विजयादशमी #Dusshera #VijayaDashami #JaiShriRam #जय_श्रीराम 🙏🚩

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[theanviksha]

Hanuman Swaroop: A Unique Dussehra Tradition of Panipat

Dussehra is celebrated with immense devotion and excitement across India. While cities like Kolkata, Mysore, and Cuttack are famous for their grand celebrations, Gujarat is known for its garba and dandiya nights, North Indians invite the Goddess into their homes through Jagrata and Kanjika bhojan and organise Ram Leela performances, there Panipat has preserved a unique tradition that turns the festival into a form of penance - the tradition of Hanuman Sabha.

What distinguishes Panipat from the rest of India is that instead of paying a tribute to a form of Shakti, the divine feminine of Hinduism or to Shri Ram’s victory over demon Ravan, Panipat celebrates the devotion and power of Lord Hanuman.

In Panipat, men dress up as Lord Hanuman, becoming Hanuman Swaroop during Dussehra. This transformation is not merely a performance but an act of devotion, one that requires immense mental and physical discipline. The journey to become Hanuman Swaroop involves a strict 41-day vow of celibacy, intense prayer, and dedication.

The Sacred Preparation

To embody Lord Hanuman is not as simple as wearing a costume. The devotees must purify their mind and body through strict adherence to ritual and customs. For 41 days, these men live away from their families, practising celibacy and staying in temples or rented homes. During this period, they avoid salted food, walk barefoot, sleep on the ground, and avoid touching or coming into contact with any woman. They commission Mukut (crown) of Lord Hanuman, which normally weighs 15-20 Kilos, bring it to their place of stay with great pomp and show and worship it four times a day. Some people follow this ritual for the entire 41 days, while some follow it for the last 11 days.

This practice is deeply spiritual and reflective of the devotees’ commitment to Brahmacharya (celibacy) and self-restraint. It’s believed that only by this purification can they truly embody the spirit of Hanuman.

Becoming Hanuman Swaroop

From Ashtami (the eighth day of Navratri), these devotees take on the full form of Hanuman. They tie ghungroos (ankle bells) to their feet, cover their bodies with sindoor (vermilion), and wear the imposing crown. This heavy adornment symbolises the weight of responsibility they now bear as they become living incarnations of Hanuman, blessing the people of Panipat.

For the next few days, they roam the streets, blessing people, dancing with elation while chanting "Jai Shree Ram" and "Jai Hanuman". Their presence fills the city with spiritual energy, and the chants of devotion and beats of drums echo through the streets all night long. Even children join in this tradition,becoming little adorable versions of Hanuman Swaroop, fondly called Banar Sena (army of apes that fought for Shri Ram).

The residents of Panipat invite the Hanuman Swaroop and their entourage to their homes. They do their aarti, offer bhog, take blessings and dance and celebrate with them.

A Tradition Rooted in History

This unique practice is said to have been brought to Panipat by the Laiyya community after Partition. For them, this tradition became a way to build identity and find solace in a time of displacement. Over the years, the practice has become synonymous with Panipat’s Dussehra, deeply embedded in the city’s cultural fabric.

Dussehra Beyond Hanuman Swaroop

The celebrations in Panipat don’t stop with Hanuman Swaroop. The city also hosts vibrant Ram Leela performances, reenacting the epic battle between Lord Ram and Ravan. On Dussehra day, effigies of Ravan, Meghnad, and Kumbhkaran are set ablaze, symbolising the triumph of good over evil. The air is thick with excitement and devotion, as people gather to witness these powerful moments.

Following the victory of Ram, the festival culminates in Bharat Milap, a celebration of the reunion between Ram and his brother Bharat, symbolising love, loyalty, and devotion. This heartwarming event brings the grand festivities to a close, leaving behind a message of unity and righteousness.

Panipat’s Hanuman Sabha reminds us of the power of tradition, devotion, and discipline in today's fast-paced world. The practice of becoming Hanuman Swaroop—a fusion of spiritual devotion and physical endurance—is a rare sight that preserves the essence of Dussehra in its purest form.

If you’ve ever had the chance to witness this unique Dussehra celebration, you’ll know it’s more than just a festival. It’s a reflection of faith, sacrifice, and the timeless connection between humans and their gods.

How do you celebrate Dussehra in your hometown? Let me know in the comments!

[thevachak]

Happy Dusherra and Durga Puja to all who are celebrating these auspicious days. Below are some pearls of wisdom on these festivals.

“You cannot count on the physical proximity of someone you love, all the time. A seed that sprouts at the foot of its parent tree remains stunted until it is transplanted. Rama will be in my care, and he will be quite well. But ultimately, he will leave me too. Every human being, when the time comes, has to depart to seek his fulfilment in his own way.” ― Valmiki, The Ramayana

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And THE GODDESS SPOKE:

I imagine into being the whole world, moving and unmoving, through the power of my Maya,

Yet that same Maya is not separate from me; this is the highest truth,

In me this whole world is moven in all directions, 0 Mountain.

I am the Lord and the Cosmic Soul; I am myself the Cosmic Body.

I am Brahma, Vishnu, and Rudra, as well as Gauri, Brahmi, and Vaishnavi.

I am the sun and the stars and I am the Lord of the stars.

I am the various species of beasts and birds; I am also the outcaste and thief.

I am the evil doer and the wicked deed; I am the righteous person and the virtuous deed.

I am certainly female and male, and asexual as well.

And whatever thing, anywhere, you see or hear,

That entire thing I pervade, ever abiding inside it and outside.

There is nothing at all, moving or unmoving, that is devoid of me;

For if it were, it would be a nonentity, like the son of a barren woman.

Just as a single rope may appear variously as a serpent or wreath,

So also I may appear in the form of the Lord and the like; there is no doubt in this matter.

The world cannot appear without an underlying basis.

Accordingly, the world comes to be only through my own being and in no other way.

- The Devi Gita, Song of Goddess.

Glories to Shri Ram. Glories to Maa Durga. That is the Achintyam: The Inconceivable and the Unknowable reality.

[divinum-pacis]

May 30, 2023: A Hindu devotee performs rituals by the banks of the river Ganges on Ganga Dussehra in Prayagraj, India. Hindus across the country celebrate Ganga Dussehra by worshiping the sacred river Ganges.

(AP Photo/Rajesh Kumar Singh)

[daschitradeep]

It's that time of the year once again when we bid farewell to Goddess Durga, holding the belief that she will return in the coming year.

Shubho Bijoya Dashami 2024 🙏

[proudhinduforever]

Dussehra: Celebrating the Strength and Resilience of Women

Happy Vijayadashami to everyone 🙏

Dussehra, also known for Vijayadashami, symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, particularly through the story of Goddess Durga defeating wicked Mahishaasur. On this day, Lord Rama emerged victorious over the raakshasa king Ravana.

Mahishasura sought a boon from Lord Brahma that granted him invincibility against all men and gods. He asked for the power to be defeated only by a woman, believing this would make him invulnerable. This boon stemmed from his arrogance and underestimation of women's strength. He underestimated women by viewing them as weak and inferior, believing that they could never challenge or defeat him. He failed to recognize the strength and unity of female deities, particularly Goddess Maa Durga, who embodied not just physical prowess but also intelligence, strategy, and resilience.

This underestimation ultimately contributed to his downfall, as Maa Durga, representing the collective power of women, united various forces and defeated him, illustrating that true strength transcends gender and is often found in unity and determination.

Ravana underestimated Maa Sita by viewing her as merely a weak and helpless woman, believing that her abduction would not only secure his victory over Lord Rama but also that she would submit to him. He failed to recognize her inner strength, intelligence, and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.

This miscalculation led to his downfall. Maa Sita remained resilient and steadfast in her principles, and her unwavering loyalty to Lord Rama inspired him to seek her rescue. Ravana's inability to see Maa Sita as a formidable force ultimately contributed to his defeat, demonstrating that underestimating women can have dire consequences.

[srisrisriddd]

God and Power - Brahm and Shakti

Shakti and Brahm (God) Are Identical Kali is verily Brahm and Brahm is verily Kali - Dr Devang H Dattani

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[vadapavani-13]

my head hurts my feet hurt my calfs hurt my thighs hurt my stomach hurts everything HURTS (yesterday was the last day of navratri and im gujju. it was so worth it)

also happy dusshera!!!!

[carpenoctem99]

its diwali, a time that people most pleasurably utilize to burst crackers and other shit. but lets get to the point - the point being how bad it's for the environment. yes, yes you'll probably scroll past this article thinking how common these things are nowadays. but i dont care because all i really want to do is voice my opinion, even if it creates a ripple change -atleast its something. so being someone who bursted a lot of crackers during diwali during my childhood i can understand how addictive, artificially pleasing and aesthetic it might all seem but its high time to look past moments of transient joy. I mean how idiotic it is that you excite yourself over a few moments of ignorant bliss when you very well know you're building a hell hole for yourself in the future? yes, of course you've heard of environmental protection, sustainable development and all that. I don't hold you responsible for not resonating with these terms and making a change. But if you don't have the capacity to be magnanimous by actually hearing these big words, atleast be magnanimous by being selfish. yes it's complicated but trust me this works to put it simply IT WILL WORK

YOU CAN BE GENEROUS BY BEING SELFISH AND HONESTLY YOU DON'T OWE ANYONE AN EXPLANATION

let me give the easiest example of myself

during my childhood for about 3-4 years i was shit crazy for crackers and stuff and there wasn't even a single diwali i spent without them but now things are pretty different just hold up for a while and give me a chance to explain

things changed when i fell sick temporarily and the doctor asked me to stay away from them for just one diwali and to be damn honest it hurt so much to see others do it and you just sit around staring at them but that was the game changer for me

when adults came and told me about all those big impacts it has on nature plants animals air quality and stuff stuff it was all too much for me to digest and actually accept

but when i saw this sacrifice through my own perspective it seemed all different

so what if i couldn't empathise with those big words and all? my perspective was enough to make me still to my resolution, atleast it has been for the past six years

it was the moment i realised that i have dreams bigger more lasting and enduring than this temporary sort of excitement and all

i had always dreamed of seeing a healthy, fresh, abundant and vibrant earth

an earth full of radiant flowers but not those shrivelled or withered by heat or chemicals

an earth where the birds' melody echoes through the deep dense forest and not where the melancholic wails of scared and injured birds abounds

an earth where the soil smells as fresh and invigorating as the morning rays of sunlight and not one where the deep black soil is ingrained with grit, ash and chemicals

an earth where the scent of flowers drifts lazily through the morning haze and not one where it smells of burnt ash, fire and dust

so why would you give up such an endearing and everlasting possibility for something so trifling and temporary?

yes, not everyone does it so you would think it wouldn't matter if you do it

But if thousand other people like you who previously thought that their contribution wouldn't matter follow it then i guess it's more than a ripple change

So this diwali, let's invest in our planet not stocks bonds real estate precious metals or commodities

[tsukitsukiiii]

what do you think the festive season is all about?

is it food? is it enjoyment? is it irrationalities in reasoning? is it homecoming? or is it the interaction? is it the new flowers of love? or maybe the extra smile that is brought about by each of our behaviours? is it otherwise the light of hope, thats later on diminished by the flowing tears?

i think its about forgiveness, it is about forgetting the past, the godess's win over evil spirit or is the win of humane tragedies over the past inadequcies. its not the colours in the dress or in the smalles of the bulbs hunging over the verendah from where the little sibling duo try to sneak and look over what sweets father have brought, but more, it is colouring of the black and white memories from the past, which are going to be repainted in the next few days, it is the forgiveness of all the sour feelings between the brothers for last month or two, its the mixing of the colours of the different sweets that chachi and mami brought from their hometown, it is the beautiful contradictory mix of colours of sarees when mom and masi hug, it is the colour of the morning tea that are to be made yet again, though already 3 courses of them had been run through by papa and the eldery, its the coulourful boxes of the new kurta that you and your cousins are gonna wear this evening.

it is not restriction at the homes though, the brotherly hug of the uncles of the other street at the evening function, the seating again in the common region for the uncle in pagri, just beside the uncle with taqiah, the seating of maybe the truck driver uncle, with the police wala, and sharing a cup of tea and (not a bundle of notes, lol), the jee aspirant talking with the doctor of the neighbourhood, who has returned from the city for the festival,

what is the parting away then? why those tears?

yk what? for an earthen diya to burn brightly, its to be kept in the layer of oil, the cotton to be well drenched as well, maybe its not the oil that matters much the event of the time, the excitement of the inner you, to get up next day and get those out, your tears are the oil, the time is the distance, now we dont need to say here time and distance are relative,

it is the excitement man, it is the honour to wait again, its the growing love for that one cousin that you feel when they leave, for them and for you to return again the spring over holi, or the early summer over a vacation for fortnight , its your wait again for the spiral jalebi that you wanted to have this time, but poor you, it was meant for the guest and not for you!

nonetheless,the festival season is for the broad smile, its not for " apke toothpaste me namak hai? " ki nahi and more for " kuch meetha ho jae? " ironically again , i , for the writer is here, writing this, once the dusherra is over, and waits again for 360 days or so, but the smile indeed came through, wishing the same to you,

happy dusherra!

[naturenova-herbals]

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