Ramnavmi, also known as Ram Navami or Navaratri, is the birthday of Lord Rishi Nrisimha. It is believed that on this day, the demon king Ravana came to know that his mother was dead and he held a cremation ceremony in order to thank Lord Brahma for having saved him from any other calamity. He therefore requested Pururavas to grant one boon. The sage Devasvati agreed and said that he will grant any boon provided he has to offer only one animal or one fruit. The king gave him a choice of whatever animal he wanted as long as it can be offered in one go. Ravana asked for a peacock and they were offered by him. Even though the sage Devasvati did not accept anything in return for his boon, he obliged because since then the phrase “one bird’s eye” has been used to refer to the birth of a child.
Ramnavmi falls on this Monday each year after Diwali when we celebrate the birth of Lord Ram who is considered as an avatar of Lord Vishnu and is worshipped similarly with Diwali or Dashahara festival which falls on the sixth day after Diwali where offerings are made to Goddess Lakshmi and other Gods (Ganesha) before starting the new financial year. As per Hindu Mythology, Goddess Bhumiya Mata had given birth to Lord Rishi Nrisimha but due to some Kaal
How to Celebrate Ram Navami in Your Home
Many families celebrate Ram Navami by offering prayers to Lord Rama and other Gods. It is a good idea to paint the back door to your house with saffron, the color of Lord Rama.
On this day, children dress up in their best clothes and pray for a long and healthy life for their parents. With these rituals, you can feel closer to your family members who live far away from you. Nowadays, people mark the occasion by hosting dinner parties where they serve special Ram Navami dishes like Mutton Korma or Mulligatawny Soup.
Why Celebrate Ram Navami?
Ramnavmi or Navaratri is one of the most important Hindu festivals. It is believed that on this day Lord Rishi Nrisimha (Lord Vishnu) was born in the form of Lord Ram. Navaratri falls on this Monday each year after Diwali when we celebrate the birth of Lord Ram who is considered as an avatar of Lord Vishnu and is worshipped similarly with Diwali or Dashahara festival which falls on the sixth day after Diwali where offerings are made to Goddess Lakshmi and other Gods (Ganesha) before starting the new financial year. As per Hindu Mythology, Goddess Bhumiya Mata had given birth to Lord Rishi Nrisimha but due to some Kaal time, her baby got a head injury and was saved by goddess Ganga who took care of him in the form of a peahen.
As per Hindu mythology, it is believed that during Ramnavmi night, Ganesh visits his mother’s womb and gives her what she needs to nourish her baby until he is finally ready to be born. It has also been mentioned that God Vishnu himself came into being during this night. If you do not have any celebrations for Navaratri then you can celebrate for two days i.e., Saturday and Sunday by offering prayers at home or in your workplace if it’s possible or attending religious events such as prayer sessions or group prayers conducted by religious organizations.
Significance of Ram Navami
This is a religious festival which falls on the sixth day after Diwali. It is celebrated in remembrance of Lord Rishi Nrisimha’s birth, who was born to Goddess Bhumiya Mata. This all takes place on Monday each year and is also called as “Navaratri” or “Navaratri”. The first day of Navratri is referred to as the “Rama Navami” which celebrates the birth of Lord Rama. In many regions, this celebration lasts nine days with festivities and prayers made at temples and cemeteries.
Rishi Nrisimha Temple, Bhavani Shobhagovil and Varalakshmi Vilasan Temple
The celebration of Ramnavmi includes fasting and a prayer on the day. People offer prayers to Lord Rishi Nrisimha on this day by offering a coconut, sugarcane, or rice. The most important part of the festival is that women wear red thread on their wrists.
If you want to celebrate Ramnavmi in your home, here are some ways you can do it:
– Offer a curry made from jeera powder and tamarind pulp
– Offer a simple dessert like barfi
– On this day, flowers are offered to God and Goddess Lakshmi at temples or homes
– Make an idol of Lord Rishi Nrisimha and put it up in your home as well as put pictures of Lord Rishi Nrisimha everywhere in your home
How to Celebration at Shree Rishi Nrisimha Temple
Shree Rishi Nrisimha Temple is located in the heart of Hyderabad. It was established by the Guntastha family around 1300 years ago and it has a special significance too as it is believed that Lord Krishna had visited this temple to bless it. The temple is one of the most popular attractions in Hyderabad. The main deity here is Lord Vishnu along with the Goddess Bhumiya Mata and Lord Ram, who is considered as an avatar of Lord Vishnu and according to Hindu Mythology, he was born here at Shri Rishi Nrisimha Temple.
It’s also believed that Shri Rishi Nrisimha Temple was visited by a lot of people because of the accessibility offered by this place which means there would be an influx at this temple during Navaratri which falls on Shree Rishi Nrisimha Temple during eight days from the first day to eighth day where many people visit this place to wish for their dreams come true or pray for their wishes to be fulfilled or for all their wishes for future and past life to be fulfilled.
And so, on Ramnavmi day, everyone should celebrate by visiting Shree Rishi Nrisimha Temple with all members from your family, friends etc.
Conclusion
Ram Navami is an opportunity to reflect on the blessings and achievements of Lord Rama. It is a time to celebrate and do what you can to follow in his footsteps. In this article, we provide some interesting ways you can celebrate Ram Navami in your home while also learning about some of the traditions that are a part of the festival.
