Dussehra

Shami Puja (Vijayadashami)

Shami treeRama 15 minEasy
4 steps3 mantras~5 min of recitationFull puja ~15 min

When

Vijayadashami afternoon

Duration

15 min

Deity

Shami tree, Rama

The Shami tree held the Pandavas' weapons during their year in hiding and was worshipped by Rama before the battle with Ravana. Worshipping it on Vijayadashami is believed to remove wrongdoing and obstacles and to bring success.