Sri Rama Navami - Sita Rama Kalyanam

Sri Rama Navami is dedicated to the memory of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who took birth to destroy the demon King Ravana and to uphold Dharma, or righteousness.  The story leading up to the birth of Lord Rama is described in the great epic known as Ramayana. King Dasharath of Ayodhya  had no male heir so  the sage Vasishta suggested that he perform a ritual fire ceremony. At the end of it, the king received a bowl of payasam , a sweet milk pudding. He gave a portion to each of his three wives -- Kaushalya, Sumithra and Kaikeyi -- and they all conceived within a few days. Rama Navami commemorates the birth of Lord Rama to Queen Kausalya on  the ninth day (Navami) of the first month on the Hindu calendar.

This day is also observed as the wedding day of Rama and Sita (an incarnation of Lakshmi). In Hindu temples, a marriage celebration is performed with small murtis of  Rama and Sita, and at the end of the day the deities are taken on a procession in the streets. Readings of the sacred Ramayana continue throughout the night.  Lord Rama is referred to as Maryada Purushottama, which means the "Ideal Man" or the Lord of Dharma. He is revered for his courage and unbending adherence to duty, an example of  the ideal son, husband and King; and is the embodiment of truth and morality.

You are cordially invited to join us in celebrating the Appearance Day of Lord Rama

The program includes:

• Sita Ram Kalyanam (wedding ceremony)
• Kirtan (devotional chanting)
• Lecture about Lord Rama
• Prasadam (blessed food)

Sponsor Sita Ram Kalyanam:
We have many opportunities for you to become part of our Vedic celebrations. Join us by helping to sponsor this holiday at the cost that is most fitting for you:
Sponsor - $108 Entire puja offered in your name
Supporter - $51 Ashtotram offered in your name
Participation - $11 

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