Sita Kalyanam and Hanuman Utsavam: The Sacred Twelve Days of Rama Navami at Konerirajapuram Varadaraja Perumal Temple: The sacred twelve day Rama Navami Utsavam at the temple of Konerirajapuram is observed with deep devotion and grandeur. Dedicated to Lord Varadaraja Perumal, the temple becomes a vibrant center of spiritual fervor as devotees gather to celebrate the birth and divine life of Lord Rama, the embodiment of dharma and righteousness. Rama Navami Utsavam 2027 date at Konerirajapuram Varadaraja Perumal Temple is April 15. Spiritual Significance of Rama Navami Rama Navami marks the appearance of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The Ramayana describes His divine birth in Ayodhya. As stated in the Valmiki Ramayana, Bala Kanda 18.8: "I shall incarnate Myself in four forms, and take birth as the sons of King Dasaratha." This declaration underscores the divine purpose behind His incarnation - the restoration of righteousness and the protection of d...

A collection of thoughts and quotes on Ram Navami. Rama means ‘Sarveshu Ramante Iti Ramah’ – that which revels in everyone of us, the pure light of consciousness, the Atman, the Self, the Atma–Rama. This spiritual essence in us can come out only as a son of Dasaratha, one who has conquered all the ten indriyas – five Jnanendriyas and the five Karmendriyas. (Swami Chinmayananda) ..be it man, woman or ‘one lacking the characteristics of both’ or for the matter of that, any living being whatsoever, of the animate or the inanimate world, he who adores Me with all his being, giving up all guile is supremely dear to Me.. (Uttara Kanda, Doha 87, Lord Rama says) The essential principle behind all of Sri Rama’s actions, the value that He cherished the most, was ‘Dharma.’ He said that He could give all else, for the sake of Dharma. Even Maricha, His enemy said that He was the embodiment of Dharma (ramo vigrahavan dharmah). Dharma is what integrates and creates harmony – within ou...

Ramayana Week begins nine days before Ram Navami, the birthday of Lord Rama. In North India , the Ramayan week coincides with the Chaitra Navratri. In South India , it is known as the Ramnavami festival and is also celebrated for nine days. In 2027, Ramayana week is from April 7 to April 15, 2027. Fasting during this period is considered highly auspicious. Staunch Lord Rama devotees fast for nine days. There are also several devotees who only fast only on the Ramanavami day. Those people who undertake fast during this period usually remain on a fruit and milk diet for the entire period. Many devotees read the entire Ramayana during these nine days. During this period several temples and Hindu spiritual associations organize Akhand Path – non-stop recital – of the great epic Ramayana – the Shri Ramcharitmanas by Goswami Tulsidas. Another important event during this period is the staging of Ram Lila – stage artists narrate the thrilling and exciting episodes from t...

Sri Ram Navami is celebrated as the birthday of Bhagavan Sri Ram. It falls on the ninth day of Shukla Paksha (waxing phase of moon) in the month of Chait or Chaitra (March – April). Ram Navami 2027 date is April 15. It also marks the end of the Chaitra Navratri. Bhagavan Sri Rama is the seventh incarnation of Bhagavan Vishnu and is known as Maryada Purushottam – an embodiment of chivalry and virtue. Bhagavan Sri Ram was born on Chaitra Shukla Paksha Navami (ninth day during the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra month) in Punarvasu Nakshatra on Karka Rashi. In North India , Ram Navami is a nine-day festival and is the final day of Chaitra or Vasant Navratri. The period is also observed as Ramayana week in many parts of India . Hindu devotees fast on the day and pujas are performed at noon, as it is believed that Lord Rama was born at this time. Ram Navami in Vishnu Temples On the occasion, special pujas are held at home and in all Lord Ram and Vishnu temples in ...

Sri Ram Navami Thoughts  The name of Bhagavan Sri Ram is a wish-yielding tree, the very home of beatitude in this age of Kali (current era – the dark kali yuga), by remembering which Tulsidas was transformed from an intoxicating drug like the hemp plant into the holy basil. Not only in this Kali age, but in all the four ages, at all times (past, present and future) and in all three spheres (viz., heaven, earth and the subterranean region) creatures have been rid of grief by repeating the name of Sri Ram. The verdict of the Vedas and the Puranas as well as of saints is just this; that love of Rama is the reward of all virtuous acts. In the first sage, through meditation; in the second age, through sacrifice; and in the Dwapara age the Lord is propitiated through worship. This age of Kali, however, is simply corrupt and the root of all impurities, where the mind of man wallows like a fish in the ocean of sin. In this terrible age the name of Bhagavan Rama alone is...

Sri Rama Navami Festival observed on Chaitra Shuddha Navami in Tirupati Balaji Temple  in Tirumala is of great importance to devotees. The asthanam performed on the auspicious occasion in the presence of Tirumala Venkateswara Swami is spread over two days. Sri Rama Navami Festival in Tirupati Balaji Temple is on April 15, 2027. Bhagavan Sri Rama was born in Treta Yuga on Chaitra Shukla Navami when the star Punarvasu was in Karkataka Lagna. The avatar was to get rid of Adharma and usher in Dharma. Hanuman Vahanam On the first day, that is the Sri Rama Navami day, Hanuman Vahanam will be performed to Lord Sri Rama in the four Mada streets in the evening. Utsava murti of Bhagavan Sri Ram will be taken around the mada streets atop the Hanuman Vahana. Musicians move along with the procession playing traditional musical instruments. Asthana Utsavam on Sri Rama Navami in Tirupati Balaji Temple On the day evening, Utsava murtis of Lord Rama, his consort Sita Devi, a...

Sri Rama Navami festivals is one of the most important festival at the Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Temple  is dedicated to Bhagavan Sri Ram. Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Navami 2027 date is April 15. The temple is located at Bhadrachalam in Khammam District in Telangana. Sri Rama Navami is celebrated on every the Chaitra Shukla Navami, ninth day during the waxing phase of moon in Chaitra month as per Telugu Calendar. The day coincides with 'Punarvasu' – the Janma Nakshatra (birth star) of Lord Sri Rama. The Kalyana Mahotsavam of Sri Rama with his consort Sita is celebrated on the holy occasion. This divine festival is celebrated in a resplendent manner amid chanting of hymns by priests in Kalyana Mandapam of the temple. Thousands of devotees congregate to witness the festival. The kalyana mahotsavam is celebrated on the holy occasion between 10 am and 12.30 pm and the sacred Talambralu showered on the deities exactly at 12 noon.

Ram Navami is the birthday of Lord Ram and is celebrated by Hindus around the world. Here is a brief idea on what to do on Ram Navami. The method of celebration varies from region to region but fasting is an integral part of Ram Navami in most places. Lord Ram and Vishnu temples conduct elaborate pujas. Large scale community celebrations are organized in different parts of India which includes recitation of Ramayana and performances by folk artists. Maximum number of Rama Navami pujas take place in Hindu homes. Ram Navami Mantra Sri RAm Jaya Ram Jaya Ram. Sri Ramachandraya Namah Ram Rameti Rameti Rame Raame Manorame Sahastra Nam Tathunya Ram Bam Vrannane श्री राम जय राम जय जय राम। श्री रामचन्द्राय नमः। राम रामेति रामेति रमे रामे मनोरमे। सहस्त्र नाम तत्तुन्यं राम नाम वरानने॥ Another popular mantra Om Ram Om Ram Om Ram Hreem Ram Hreem Ram Shreem Ram Shreem Ram Ramaya Namah Ram Ramaya Namah ॐ राम ॐ राम ॐ राम।   ह्रीं राम ह्रीं र...

Oh! Sri Rama! You emerged from the boon inherent in ‘Paramanna Prasadam’ during the sacrifice called ‘Putra Kameshti’ done by the royal couple Dasaratha and Kausalya as ‘Paradevata Murti.’ You are the sole monarch in your Suryavamsam who ruled the entire universe as Parabrahma Murty. You are the incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the magnificent embodiment punishing the wicked and protecting the innocent and the good. You are the concrete form of Rama Mantra for meditation that always resides in the hearts of ‘Yogiswaras.’ You are the ‘Omkara Pranava Murti’ inherent in the Vedas, the Vedangas and the philosophical science. You are residing on Sri Venktadri. You are the first and the foremost entity in the entire creation. Oh! Lord Sri Rama! Bless Us All with Peace and Prosperity Sankeerthana – 169  Saint Poet Annamacharya

Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Ram. It falls on the ninth day of the Chaitra month. Ram Navami and the 8 days before it are together known as Ram Navratri. In 2027, Ram Navami is on April 15. The Chaitra Navratri ends on the day. In some places, the festival begins on the first day of the Chaitra month and a continuous recital of the Ramayana takes place. Some devotees undertake fasting during this period. On the Ram Navami day, Lord Vishnu temples are decorated and the image of Lord Ram is richly adorned. Shlokas from the ‘Ramcharitmanas’ are recited. It is believed that Lord Ram was born at midday and therefore special prayers are held in temples during this time. Many devotees undertake a fast on this day and confine to their homes reading the Ramayana. They avoid food prepared with onion, turmeric, ginger and garlic on this day and confine their diet to milk, fruits and curd. Special pujas are organized at homes. Puranas and religious texts...