The highly anticipated Prana Pratishtha ceremony of the Deity of Bhagwan Shri Ram Lalla is set to take place on the auspicious occasion of Paush Shukla Kurma Dwadashi, Vikram Samvat 2080, which falls on Monday, January 22, 2024. This momentous event will unfold in Ayodhya, the sacred city associated with Lord Ram.
Spiritual Significance And Preparations
The Prana Pratishtha ceremony, steeped in scriptural protocols, will adhere to all Shastriya traditions. It is scheduled to occur during the Abhijeet Muhurta in the afternoon. The formalities leading up to the Prana Pratistha will commence on January 16, 2024, and will continue until January 21, 2024. These pre-Prana Pratistha rituals, known as Dwadash Adhivas, are meticulously planned, with each day dedicated to specific observances and ceremonies.
- January 16: Prayaschita and Karmakuti Poojan
- January 17: Parisar Pravesh of the Murti
- January 18 (Evening): Teerth Poojan, Jal Yatra, and Gandhadhivas
- January 19 (Morning): Aushadhadhivas, Kesaradhivas, Ghritadhivas
- January 19 (Evening): Dhanyadhivas
- January 20 (Morning): Sharkaradhivas, Phaladhivas
- January 20 (Evening): Pushpadhivas
- January 21 (Morning): Madhyadhivas
- January 21 (Evening): Shaiyadhivas
Conductors And Dignitaries
The Prana Pratishtha ceremony will be overseen by 121 Acharyas who will follow the prescribed rituals. Shri Ganeshwar Shastri Dravid Ji will lead, coordinate, and direct all the proceedings of the Anushthan, with the principal Acharya being Shri Luckshmikant Dixit of Kashi.
Distinguished guests, including Hon’ble Prime Minister of Bharat Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Pujaniya Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Shri Mohan Bhagwat Ji, Governor of Uttar Pradesh Smt Anandiben Patel Ji, Hon’ble Chief Minister of U.P. Shri Yogi Adityanath Ji Maharaj, and other dignitaries, will grace the event with their presence.
Diverse Representation And Historic Significance
The Prana Pratistha ceremony will witness participation from Acharyas representing various schools of Bharatiya spiritualism, religions, sects, worship systems, and traditions. Additionally, more than 150 Sant traditions, Mahamandaleshwars, Mandaleshwars, Shrimahants, Mahants, Nagas, and leaders from over 50 Adivasi, Girivasi, Tatavasi, Dwipavasi tribal traditions will be in attendance. This represents a historic gathering, as it is the first time in recent history that diverse tribal traditions from hills, forests, coastal regions, and islands will be collectively present.
Inclusivity Of Traditions
The inclusive nature of the event is evident from the representation of various traditions, including Shaiva, Vaishnav, Shaakta, Ganapatya, Patya, Sikh, Bauddha, Jain, Dashnam, Shankar, Ramanand, Ramanuj, Nimbarka, Madhva, Vishnu Nami, Ramsanehi, Ghisapanth, Garibdasi, Gaudiya, Kabirpanthi, Valmiki, Shankardev (Assam), Madhav Dev, ISKCON, Ramakrishna Mission, Chinmaya Mission, Bharat Sevashram Sangha, Gayatri Parivar, Anukul Chandra, Thakur Parampara, Mahima Samaj of Odisha, Akali, Nirankari, Namdhari from Punjab, Radhasoami, and Swaminarayan, Varkari, Veer Shaiva, and many more.
Gifts From Across Bharat
Following the conclusion of the Prana Pratishtha ceremony in the Garbha-Griha, all attendees will have the opportunity for darshan. The enthusiasm for this significant event is palpable, with people from various states contributing water, soil, gold, silver, gems, clothes, jewelry, bells, drums, and aromatic items. Notable contributions include Bhaars, symbolizing gifts from Maa Janaki’s maternal homes at Janakpur (Nepal) and Sitamarhi (Bihar), as well as various jewelry offerings from Nanihal at Raipur in the Dandakaranya region.
The Prana Pratishtha of Bhagwan Shri Ram Lalla is not just a religious event; it is a celebration of Bharat’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage. The entire nation is eagerly awaiting this historic occasion, which will be celebrated with great fervor, not only in Ayodhya but across the entire country.
Details of Prana Pratishtha and Related Events:
1. Event Date and Venue: The auspicious Prana Pratishtha yoga of the Deity of Bhagwan Shri Ram Lalla arrives on the approaching Paush Shukla Kurma Dwadashi, Vikram Samvat 2080, i.e., Monday, the 22nd of January 2024.
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