Dussehra

Shastra Puja / Ayudha Puja (worship of weapons and tools)

DurgaGaneshaRama 30 minEasy
13 steps16 mantras~11 min of recitationFull puja ~30 min

When

Vijayadashami

Duration

30 min

Deity

Durga, Ganesha, Rama

Tools and weapons are seen as instruments of the Goddess's power that protect and sustain life. On the day of victory, they are cleaned, rested and worshipped, with thanks for the livelihood and safety they give and a prayer that they be used only for right purposes.