Rama Navami Smarta

Tamil

Also known as: Rama Navami, Sri Ram Jayanti

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Rama Navami Smarta

About Rama Navami Smarta

Rama Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. It falls on the ninth day (Navami) of the bright fortnight in Panguni (March-April).

In Tamil Nadu, the festival is celebrated with special pukas at Vishnu temples. Devotees observe fasting and recite the Ramayana throughout the day.

The day also marks the wedding anniversary of Lord Rama and Sita Devi. Cultural programmes and devotional songs are organised at various places.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Devotees observe fasting on Rama Navami, reciting Rama mantras and visiting temples.

Sankalpa Mantra

Om Sri Ramaya Namah, I seek the blessings of Lord Rama for righteousness, strength, and protection.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Wake up early and take a ritual bath before sunrise.
Observe a strict fast, consuming only fruits and milk.
Visit temples and participate in special Rama Navami pukas.
Recite the Ramayana or listen to Rama Katha throughout the day.

Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps

Essential Puja Samagri:

Lord Rama idol or pictureFlowers and garlandsFruits and milk offeringsCamphor and incenseSandalwood paste

Puja Procedure:

Prepare the puja area and install the Lord Rama idol or picture.
Offer flowers, fruits, and milk to Lord Rama.
Recite Rama mantras and perform aarti.
Distribute prasad and seek blessings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the significance of Rama Navami?

It celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, who is revered as the ideal man and embodiment of dharma. It reminds us of the importance of righteousness in life.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.