In the spiritual reading of the Ramayana, the characters are more than just celestial beings; they are also emblematic of our inner life. Rama represents the soul, Sita the heart or inner ...

Why Lord Rama and Lakshmana are worshipped together on Dwadashi is deeply connected with the ideals of loyalty, righteousness, sacrifice, and brotherhood celebrated in Hindu tradition. Lord Rama, the ...

Dasaratha’s long-time desire was fulfilled when he had four sons. The four babies were put in cradles. Three of them gurgled happily, but one cried. The one that cried was Lakshmana. No one could see ...

One of the most sacred books in Hinduism is the Ramayana and one of the most looked up to characters, are a part of the Ramayana epic. The Ramayana is about the life, journey, struggles and ultimate ...

Rama Lakshmana Dwadashi is celebrated on the twelfth day, known as Dwadashi, during the waxing phase of the moon in the month of Jyestha according to the Hindu calendar. This day is dedicated to Lord ...

Devanar Vilagam Sri Saranathachariar Swamy explained in a discourse that the Ramayana is essentially a “Veda of surrender.” If all the Vedas are put on one side of a scale and the Ramayana on the ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Amidst a series of colorful land ...

For families, choosing baby names with spiritual meaning adds a special sense of identity and cultural connection. Traditional names inspired by the Indian epic Ramayana often carry powerful values ...