Dussehra signifies victory of good over evil
and a new beginning. In some cultures, starting a journey during this time
can be seen as a promising way to begin a new chapter.
Dashami Tithi is an auspicious
Tithi. This day is ideal to release a new book or scripture, hold a swearing-in
ceremony for any position, Inauguration of a place, commencement of a new
project, starting a new job, or buying a new vehicle or clothes all these
activities can be undertaken on this day.
Yes, many people start new lessons
on Vijayadasami, also known as Dussehra, because it is considered an
auspicious day for new beginnings:
Learning a new art form:
Some say that Vijayadasami is a
great day to learn new art forms, such as music, dance, or instrumentals.
Initiating children into learning :
In some parts of India, there is
an ancient tradition called Vidyarambham that involves initiating children between
the ages of 2–5 into learning. This can include academic courses, writing,
music, dance, sports, and arts.
Starting a new venture:
Some people also start new
ventures on Vijayadasami.
Feeling a new sense of focus:
Some people say that they feel a new
sense of focus and positivity on Vijayadasami.
This year on Vijaya Dasami day here is a chance for you to start learning a new language Sanskrit. Here is how:
Namo Namah!
This vijaya daśamī, step into the
world of saṃskṛta!
Sanskrit Club, IIT Roorkee is back
with Subhashitam Samskritam, a globally acclaimed online saṃskṛta course
that aims to help learners like you to learn saṃskṛtam through subhāṣitāni.
A subhāṣitām (literally
meaning “well-said”) is a saṃskṛta literary genre of short, memorable verses
that are known for their moral and ethical advice, worldly wisdom, and
guidance.
The course, in association
with SamskritaBharati, was completed by over 5000 learners (first level)
from 32 countries during the pandemic and has received special recognition from
our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for promoting and
popularizing saṃskṛta bhāṣā among the youth. A book of the same name based
on the content covered throughout the course was also published and presented
to the Prime Minister this year.
Course Outline: Level 1 of
this course covers the basics of spoken saṃskṛta and the subsequent four levels
will teach grammar and literature through 108 subhāṣitāni.
Date: Level 1 will commence
on or after vijaya daśamī (12 October 2024, Saturday)
Duration: About 1 hour a day
for 15 days
Pre-requisites: None (No
prior knowledge of Sanskrit is needed, but basic working knowledge of at least
one Indian language will help.)
Note:
This course is completely free of
cost for all.
There is no age bar for learners.
Certificates will be provided
based on exams after each level.
Register here: https://forms.gle/itGgrvKqS4pStV8M6
Access to flyer: https://sanskritclub.iitr.ac.in/event/uevent
You can have a look at the
testimonial video attached below where learners share their experience from the
course. Feel free to bring your friends and family too to register for the
course.
For any queries, contact:
The Vijaya Dashami is considered
auspicious to begin your learning. The traditional Vidyarambham ceremony
observed mainly in Kerala and Karnataka introduces children formally to
learning music, dance, languages, and other folk arts. Vidya means knowledge;
arambham means beginning.
Use this day and start learning.
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