Following the idols’ immersion to mark the conclusion of the five-day Durga Puja, Deepavali preparations have begun. The festival of light is observed 20 days after Dusshera, for those who are unaware.
Even though we participate in these two festivities with tremendous enthusiasm, the majority of us are unaware of their connection.
We must peek into Treta Yug to comprehend the mythological connections between these two important Hindu holidays.
Treta Yug at Ayodhya :-
King Dasarath and his consort Kausalya welcomed Lord Ram into the world at the Treta Yug at Ayodhya. Shatrughna, Lakshman, and Bharat were his other siblings. To fulfil his father’s commitment to Kaikeyi, he went into exile for 14 years with Sita and Lakshman.
Ravan, the demon king of Lanka, abducted Sita while they were in the forest and carried her to his realm.
Invading Lanka were Lord Ram, his brother Lakshman, and Hanuman’s army of monkeys. Ravan was slain by Lord Ram in the bloody conflict. Prior to the battle, Lord Ram worshipped Devi Durga in order to obtain Her blessings for victory.
It was the tenth day of the Ashwina month in the Hindu calendar. As a result, this day is celebrated as Vijaya Dashami to honour the triumph of good over evil.
Lord Ram returned to Ayodhya :-
Lord Ram and the others returned to Ayodhya after saving Sita. They received a lavish welcome when they returned to the realm. Earthen lights were used to illuminate the entire Ayodhya nagari.The locals waited outside their homes with lit lamps as they awaited the arrival of Ram, Sita, Lakshman, and others to Ayodhya.
Every year, 20 days after Dusshera or Vijaya Dashami, Indians celebrate Diwali or Deepavali by lighting lamps and setting off fireworks to commemorate the return of Lord Ram and other figures. A row of lights is what Deepavali literally signifies.
