Ramayana Path
Get Blessing of Lord Rama
"Ramayan Path" refers to the recitation or chanting of the epic poem called the Ramayana. The Ramayana is one of the most important and revered texts in Hinduism, and it is attributed to the sage Valmiki.
Akhand Ramayan Path is a continuous recital of the entire Shri Ram Charitra Manas without any break for 24 hours. The entire text includes sevenvkaands i.e. Baalkand, Ayodhyakand, Aranyakand, Kishkindhakand, Sundarkand, Lankakand and Uttarkand. Each kaands describes the different stages and leelas of Lord Shree Ram.
When to Perform Ramayana Path?
Performing a Ramayana Path, or recitation of the Ramayana, can be undertaken on various occasions based on personal or cultural preferences.
Duration
On average, it takes approximately one week or 250-300 hours to complete if recited continuously without any pauses or elaborations.
Required Pooja Samagri
- Ramayana Book
- Picture of Lord Rama
- Pooja Thali
- Incense Sticks (Agarbatti)
- Diya (Oil Lamp)
- Red Cloth
- Flowers
- Prasadam
- Pan Leaves
- Red Cloth
- Lota (Kalash)
- Prasadam
Notes
Other requirements include Ganga Jal, Havan Samagri, Shankha, Red Thread, Durba Grass, Bowls, Plates.
Benefits of Puja
Reciting the Ramayana is believed to impart valuable life lessons.
Engaging in a Ramayana Path is often an act of devotion and bhakti toward Lord Rama.
Reciting the Ramayana helps preserve cultural and religious heritage to future generations.
Devotees believe that reciting the Ramayana can help remove obstacles and challenges from one's life
The contemplative nature of engaging with the Ramayana is thought to bring inner peace.
The Ramayana portrays the ideal family life of Lord Rama and Sita.