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Ashoka Ashtami 2022: History, rituals and more

Ashoka Ashtami 2022: History, rituals and more
Written by Sneha Das
Apr 09, 2022, 09:43 am 2 min read
Ashoka Ashtami 2022: History, rituals and more
Ashoka Ashtami is celebrated with enthusiasm and fervor in different Indian states. (Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons)

Ashoka Ashtami is an auspicious festival among the Hindu community that is widely celebrated in Odisha and other Eastern and Southern regions of India. The festival marks the victory of good over evil and this year, it will be celebrated on April 9. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti, the festival is celebrated in a grand manner in Bhubaneswar's Lingaraj Temple.

History
History of Ashoka Ashtami

According to legends, Goddess Shakti protected Ravana which prevented Lord Ram from destroying him. Therefore, Ram started praying to Goddess Shakti and Lord Shiva for seven days at the Lingaraj Temple. On the eighth day (Ashtami), he was blessed by the deities that helped him to annihilate Ravana. Ram took out a procession on that day to celebrate the triumph which marked Ashoka Ashtami.

Rituals
Rituals associated with the festival

Since the festival is also associated with Lord Lingaraj, a rath yatra is organized where Lord Lingaraj along with Parvati, Kumara, the image of Govinda, and Nandikeshvara are taken out on a chariot from Odisha's Lingaraj Temple to the Rameshwara Temple. Also called the car festival, this rath yatra lasts for five-seven days and is witnessed by hundreds of devotees across the world.

Fair
About the Ashoka Ashtami Fair

Religious fairs are also organized on Ashoka Ashtami to celebrate the festival with fervor. The Ashoka Ashtami Fair is held at the Unakoti Tirtha of Kailashahar Sub-Division in Tripura and is attended by hundreds of pilgrims from all over Odisha and neighboring states. The images of gods and goddesses engraved on hilly rocks are worshiped by organizing special pujas in the fair.

Significance
Significance of Ashoka tree

On this auspicious day, the Ashoka tree is also worshiped since it was quite close to Lord Shiva. The Ashoka tree is considered a symbol of peace and happiness. According to legends, the tree originated from Lord Shiva and one can seek his blessings by worshipping the holy tree. Offer milk to the tree roots on Ashoka Ashtami to have your wishes fulfilled.

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Sneha Das is a lifestyle writer at NewsBytes. She had started her career with NewsBytes and her work has focused on national and lifestyle news. She has previously worked as an intern with The Sakal Times, The Logical Indian, and 91.9 Friends FM. She has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Calcutta.
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