The Ramayana

Who wrote Ramayana? The Answer You Seek

The Ramayana, one of the greatest epics of ancient Indian literature, is traditionally attributed to the sage Valmiki. Composed in Sanskrit, this epic poem consists of approximately 24,000 verses divided into seven books (Kandas) and 500 cantos (Sargas). It narrates the life and adventures of Rama, the prince of Ayodhya, his wife Sita, and his […]

The Wise Vulture Sampati and his Role in the Ramayana

Ram Navmi

Ram Navmi, is a Hindu festival celebrating birth of Lord Ram. Lord Ram’s birth is celebrated in Rama Navmi festival. Lord Ram is believed to be seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Shri Ram Navmi is celebrated on ninth day(navmi) of chaitra month of hindu lunar year, in waxing moon (shukla paksha). This festival is celebrated

Rama and Ravana - The Ramayana

How Devi Saraswati helped in killing of Ravana

Killing of Ravana was not an easy task for Lord Rama. He had to seek help of Maa Durga and Maa Saraswati for killing him. Killing of Ravana Lord Rama took blessings of Maa Durga – The story of Blue Lotuses Durga Puja commemorates Prince Rama’s offering to Maa Durga before going to war with

Story of Lord Rama’s sister – Shanta

Shanta – Daughter of Dashratha Few people know that Lord Rama also had a sister, whose name was Shanta. Shanta who was daughter of King Dasharatha and Kausalya. Though Valmiki Ramayan does not mention about Rama’s elder sister. But in Mahabharata, there is a reference that Rompada, King of Anga, who was a close friend

Rama Sita and Laxmana

Quiz from Ramayana Katha – 21 Facts

1. __________was the vaidya(doctor) who healed Lakshman.  Click here for details. 2.  Meghnaad was performing yagna to please the goddess ___________. Click here for details. 3. How Rama identified Vali from Sugriva, when the two brothers were fighting? Click here for details. 4. Who saved Rama and Laxman from Naagpasha? Click here for details. 5.

Rama Sita and Laxmana

When Sita cursed

One does not associate Devi Sita with curses, but according to a story, Devi herself have cursed some entities. The whole story goes as following. Preparation of shraddha for King Dashratha When Rama, Sita and Lakshman went for exile, Dasharatha passed away, as he was unable to bear the pain of separation of his sons.

Lord Hanumana with sindoor

Ramayana and Lord Hanumana facts

When it comes to Ramayana and Lord Rama, Lord Hanumana is always remembered. He was a great devotee of Rama, a great scholar and one who was capable of winning all three worlds. But, he set the example to the world and a great lesson in humbleness. These facts are about Ramayana, but Lord Hanumana

Rama and Ravana - The Ramayana

The Ramayana (Rama and Ravana ) story in pictures – Yuddha Kand (10)

The final battle of Lanka and end of Ravana The end of Ravana is approaching fast. He has lost his brothers and son Indrajit  in the battle. As a true warrior, he turns up on the battle field. He starts to fight with monkeys with vigour and determination. Meanwhile Rama and Laxmana have gathered forces

Indrajit

The Ramayana (Rama, Ravana and Indrajit) story in pictures – Yuddha Kand (9)

The day of Indrajit and Laxmana As the war progresses and Ravana keeps losing his warriors, the battle of Lanka seems to be heading towards its end. This article details about how Rama and Laxmana were helped by Vibheeshana in their quest of getting Sita back. Ravana summons his mighty son Indrajit Following the advice