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What is Ramkatha?
According to Hindu religious texts, Ramarcha Puja includes recitation of ‘Ram Katha’, ‘Ram Dhun’ and worship of Lord Rama and his four incarnations (avatars). It is believed that devotees who perform Ramarcha Puja and worship Lord Rama with piety are blessed with fulfillment of their wishes.
Why it is called Ramayana?
Etymology. The name Rāmāyaṇa is composed of two words, Rāma and ayaṇa. The word ayana means travel or journey. Thus, Ramayana means Rama’s progress.
How can do RAM Puja?
Here is a complete guide on how to perform Rama Navami Puja on the day of Rama Navami festival:
- Wake up early, clean house, and puja area.
- Take a both and wear fresh clothes.
- Sit in front of Lord Rama photo/idol and meditate.
- After Dhyana , invoked Lord Rama and offer water, flowers, dhoop, diya, fruits and sweets.
Clean a nice place or the mandir at home. Lord Rama is the main deity worshipped during Rama Navami, so place a photo or an idol of Lord Ram. Along with Lord Rama, Mata Kaushalya, King Dasharatha, Sita and the three younger brothers of Lord Rama – Bharata, Lakshmana and Shatrughna are also worshipped.
What is Tulsi Ramayan?
Tulsidas (1574) tells the story of Ram, the prince of Ayodhya, in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi spoken in Awadh in Uttar Pradesh.
What should we offer Lord Ram?
Ayodhya Bhoomi Pujan: Foods traditionally offered to Lord Rama and Hanuman
- 01/8Foods served to Lord Rama & Hanuman.
- 02/8Kosambari and Panakam.
- 03/8Chalimidi.
- 04/8Roat.
- 05/8Laddoo.
- 06/8Neer Mor.
- 07/8Kheer.
- 08/8Fruits.
How can you honor Sri Ram on this auspicious day with your loved ones?
- You can bathe and dress up miniature idols of Lord Rama and place them in a cradle to mark his birth.
- You can light a lamp in front of the idol.
- Cook payasam and offer it to God.
- You can also celebrate this day by providing food to the needy.
What is the story of Ram Katha?
Shri Ram Katha is the story of Lord Ram, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In His incarnation, Lord Ram teaches humanity and how to live the ideal life. Lord Ram is described as an embodiment of religious righteousness.
What is Shri Ram Charit Manas Katha?
Shri Ram Katha is normally held for eight days and the birth of Shri Ram is celebrated with great fan and fervour. Pujya Bhaishri says that Goswami Tulsidas ji’s epic is called Shri Ram Charit Manas because Lord Shankar created it and kept it in his heart.
What is the meaning of Katha?
Tulsidas ji says, “Katha is a means to attain peace, provide relaxation to those who are tired, an inspiration and motivation to those who are demotivated and whose life has come to a halt. Shri Ram Charit Manas contains seven chapters (kānd).