Ram Navami is an important Hindu festival. It celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, who is seen as a symbol of goodness and righteousness. Lord Rama is believed to be the seventh form of Lord Vishnu. He is also called Maryada Purushottam, meaning the ideal human. People worship Lord Rama on this day by visiting temples, praying, fasting, and chanting. They do these things to seek blessings and wisdom from Lord Rama.
Ram Navami is a significant celebration observed by Hindus in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and around the world. Here’s a guide to everything you need to know, including the auspicious timings for puja, rituals, and traditions to honor the birth of Lord Rama and seek his blessings.
Chaitra Navratri Ram Navami 2024: Puja Muhurat and Timings
Marking the conclusion of the Chaitra Navratri festival, nine days of fasting and worship dedicated to the goddess Durga, the final ninth day of Navratri, Ram Navami this year, will coincide with it.
As per the Drik Panchang, the Navami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Chaitra month will begin at 1:23 pm on April 16th, 2024, and end at 3:15 pm on April 17th.
Hence, this year, Ram Navami will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024, coinciding with Udaya Tithi. The auspicious time for worship on this day is from 11:03 a.m. to 1:36 p.m., with Lord Shri Ram’s birth taking place at 12:21 p.m.
- Madhyanha Muhurat: 9:57 AM to 12:31 PM (2 hours, 33 minutes)
- Ram Navami Madhyanha: 11:14 AM
- Ram Navami Tithi begins at 1:23 PM on April 16.
- Ram Navami Tithi ends at 3:14 PM on April 17.
- Vijay Muhurta: 02:34 PM to 03:24 PM.
- Twilight Time: 06:47 PM to 07:09 PM.
Ram Navami is a celebration of devotion, righteousness, and the triumph of good over evil. Lord Rama is revered for his virtues and is considered to be the embodiment of dharma, or righteousness.
The festival provides an opportunity for devotees to express their devotion to Lord Rama and seek his blessings. On Ram Navami, special worship is conducted for Lord Rama, along with Mother Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman Ji.
Ram Navami 2024: Puja Vidhi
The festival is celebrated with prayers, devotional songs, and more, symbolizing the importance of virtue, righteousness, and spiritual growth. It also promotes unity, brotherhood, and peace among people. Rama Navami holds great significance for Hindus globally, with devotees showing deep reverence and devotion. On this day, it’s suggested to wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean clothes to maintain purity.
After cleaning the place of worship, one should make a vow to fast and begin the worship of Lord Ram with the required materials. The worship process involves setting up idols of Lord Ram, Mother Sita, Brother Lakshman, and Lord Hanuman. Then, the Shodashopachar puja is performed using items like roli, sandalwood, incense, flowers, garland, perfume, and other offerings.
It’s important to include basil leaves and lotus flowers in the worship of Lord Ram. During the puja, one can choose to recite the Ramcharitmanas, Ramayana, and Ramrakshastotra. The puja concludes with an aarti of Lord Ram, Mother Sita, and Hanuman ji, followed by distributing prasad to everyone present.