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What To Write During Vidyarambham?

Trying to understand, "What is the Vidyarambham Ceremony?" especially if you are not familiar with the traditions that are followed in Kerala. This is a unique tradition that is now followed by people of other faiths as well.

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Wondering how is Vidyaramabham done? Curious to know when we should do Vidyarambham? In Kerala, most traditional Hindu households observe the Vidyarambham ritual to mark a child's entry into formal education. The Vidyarambham ceremony is performed on the last day of Navaratri.

The term 'Vidyarambham' means 'beginning the pursuit for knowledge (vidya').


What is the concept of Vidyarambham? In some parts of Kerala, Vidyarambham ritual is also known as Aksharabhyasam, which means 'practice of Akshara (written word). Typically, family elders are the ones who take up this ritual for the younger children in the family.

Read more about the literal translation of Vidyarambham here.

What is the best age to perform Vidyarambham?

Between 3 years and 5 years is the best age to perform Vidyarambham.

Can we do Vidyarambham at home?

Yes, many families observe the Vidyarambham ceremony at home.

What is the time of Vidyarambham in Kerala?

Traditionally, Vidyarambham is performed in the morning, usually by or before 9.30 AM.

What is the age limit for participating in the Vidyarambham ceremony in Kerala?

No age limit is prescribed for participating in the auspicious Vidyarambham ceremony in Kerala.

What time is Vidyarambham performed in Kerala?

Vidyarambham in Kerala is usually performed early morning or before 10 AM.

Can we do Vidyarambham at home?

Yes, you can do Vidyarambham at home. It is considered most auspicious to do this ceremony in a temple, where the divine energy and protection is all-pervading.

When should Vidyarambham be done?

Vidyarambham is performed on the last day of Navaratri, which is known as Vijayadashami or Dussehra.

Which day is good for Vidyarambham?

The auspicious day of Vijayadashami is good for Vidyarambham.

What to write during Vidyarambham?

Traditionally, 'Om Harishree Ganapataye Namah' is written during Vidyarambham.

When to keep a book for puja?

For two days before Vijayadashami, you can keep books which your children are studying or you are using as part of your studies or work for Vidyarambham puja. You can keep at home or in any Kerala temple. On the morning of Vijayadashami, you have to begin the morning with the Vidyarambham ceremony.

Which temple is good for Vidyarambham?

Kollur Mookambika Temple is considered the best shrine for conducting Vidyarambham ceremony.

Another option is your Kuldevata temple or Grama devata temple.

If you are living far from both temples, opt for any temple that follows the Vidyarambham traditions as practised in Kerala.

[READ: Best Time To Light Diya, Why Malayalis Light Nilavillaku]

May this year's Vidyarambham ceremony bring happiness and wisdom in your blessed and beautiful homes.


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