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The Ideal Man (Maryada Purushottam)

Lord Rama

Lord Rama is the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the king of Ayodhya, worshipped as Maryada Purushottam: the ideal son, ideal husband, and ideal king. Everything related to him, including chalisa, aarti, festivals, temples, and legends, is gathered here in one place.

Lord Rama

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Lord Rama was born in the Treta Yuga to King Dashrath and Mata Kaushalya of Ayodhya, on the Navami tithi of the Chaitra month, the day celebrated every year as Ram Navami. He incarnated to free the earth from Ravana's tyranny, and through a lifetime of upholding truth, dharma, and propriety, earned the title 'Maryada Purushottam', the ideal man.

He married Sita, daughter of King Janak of Mithila, after breaking Shiva's bow, the event remembered as Vivah Panchami. Diwali itself is celebrated in joy of his return to Ayodhya after fourteen years of exile, Sita's abduction, the victory over Lanka, and the slaying of Ravana.

His three brothers, Lakshman, Bharat, and Shatrughna, are regarded as ideals of brotherly love and sacrifice, and Shri Hanuman is worshipped as his greatest devotee and servant. His reign after returning to Ayodhya came to be called 'Ram Rajya', still used today as a byword for just, prosperous, and ideal governance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Whose incarnation is Lord Rama?

Lord Rama is the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who took birth to free the earth from Ravana's tyranny.

What is the difference between Ram Navami and Vivah Panchami?

Ram Navami is celebrated as Lord Rama's birthday, while Vivah Panchami commemorates his wedding to Mata Sita.

What is the main temple associated with Lord Rama?

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya, built at his birthplace, is the most prominent temple associated with him.

What does 'Ram Rajya' mean?

It refers to Lord Rama's reign after his return to Ayodhya, marked above all by justice, prosperity, and the welfare of his subjects, still used today as a byword for ideal governance.

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Key Facts

IncarnationSeventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu
BirthplaceAyodhya
ConsortMata Sita
Key ScriptureValmiki Ramayana, Ramcharitmanas
Foremost DevoteeShri Hanuman ji
BrothersLakshman, Bharat, and Shatrughna
SonsLuv and Kush
Favored MantraShri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram