Dashakam 034 Srirama Avatharam

Alike other Dashakams, this Dashakam is significant as it narrates the story of Lord Rama, focusing on his incarnation and early life until his meeting with Hanuman. This Dashakam highlights:

• The birth of Lord Rama to King Dasharatha and Queen Kausalya after performing the Putrakameshti Yagna.

• Rama's devotion and adherence to dharma, including his time spent in forests accompanied by Sita, Lakshmana, and the monkey king Sugriva.

• His valor in protecting sages and defeating demons like Maricha and Khara.

• The pivotal moments, such as breaking Shiva’s bow and marrying Sita, who is an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi.

• His righteous life and preparation for the eventual mission to defeat Ravana and restore dharma.

This Dashakam underscores Rama as the ideal king, the embodiment of dharma, compassion, and valor, signifying the Lord’s role in preserving righteousness and destroying evil.

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Namaskarams and Dhanyavadaha to Smt Savithri Ramesh and Smt Asha Murarka for their help.