Who is Rama?

Who is Rama?
Described by the Vedas as the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Rama appeared in human society many millennia ago. Ramayana is an account of his pastimes performed whilst on earth, compiled by the sage and mystic Valmiki.

It tells how Rama took his birth in order to assist the gods in their mission of eradicating evil from the world. From the very beginning of his life Rama displayed all divine qualities. His superhuman activities culminated in the killing of the otherwise invincible ten headed demon Ravana.

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The Vedas say that simply by regularly hearing of Rama’s activities one can achieve perfection and happiness in life, and ultimately attain spiritual emancipation. His famous consort Sita was an incarnation of the Goddess of Fortune, Sri Lakshmidevi. Those who become devoted to Rama attract her mercy and are thus blessed with all opulence. In the ancient Vedic text, Bhagavat Purana, it is said: Lord Rama’s spotless name and fame, which can vanquish all sinful reactions, are celebrated in all directions of the universe. Great saints are forever chanting his glories.

All the gods, including even Brahma and Shiva, worship him by bowing their heads to the ground. Let us therefore offer our obeisances to him.