The sacred Ayodhya Ram Mandir is more than just a temple to Sanatanis. It represents a civilizational triumph and spiritual renaissance for millions of Hindus worldwide. As the nation celebrates its first anniversary on 11th January 2025, an intriguing question arises inthe minds of the curious. Why is the anniversary being celebrated today, rather than on January 22, 2024, as per the Gregorian calendar? The answer lies in the intricate relationship between time, tradition, and the cosmos – a blend that Hindu philosophy has always revered.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir Anniversary – The Astrological Significance Tithi
आज श्रीराम मंदिर वर्षगांठ के अवसर पर, हम सभी को भगवान राम की शिक्षाओं और उनके आदर्शों को याद रखना चाहिए।
उनकी भक्ति, निष्ठा, और सत्य के प्रति समर्पण से हमें प्रेरणा मिलती है।
आइए हम भगवान राम के आशीर्वाद से अपने जीवन को सकारात्मक और समृद्ध बनाएं।
जय श्री राम! pic.twitter.com/ImZvnDt28r
— Ayodhya Darshan (@ShriAyodhya_) January 11, 2025
Unlike the fixed solar Gregorian calendar, the Hindu calendar operates on lunisolar principles. Thus, the Hindu calendar ensures that religious events align with cosmic rhythms as closely as possible. 11th January 2025 is the first anniversary of the Ram Mandir at Ayodhya. And the celebrations are set for the Pausha Shukla Ekadashi Tithi. This specific tithi holds immense astrological and spiritual significance.
Ayodhya Ram Mandir’s Anniversary is celebrated on Pausha Shukla Ekadashi also known as Vaikuntha Ekadashi.
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This tithi marks the day when the gates of Vaikuntha, the abode of Bhagwan Vishnu, are open to devotees. Hence, it is one of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar for spiritual upliftment and divine grace. Astrologically, this tithi marks a phase of heightened spiritual energy, when the moon’s waxing phase symbolizes growth, illumination, and fulfillment. Vaikuntha Ekadashi is observed according to the solar calendar and can fall on either Pausha or Marghashirsh during the Hindu Lunar calendar.
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For the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, this tithi represents more than just a day on the calendar. It embodies the confluence of cosmic energies that align with Bhagwan Ram’s divine purpose – Dharma, truth, and justice. Celebrating the anniversary of the mandir on this day reinforces the sanctity of the temple and aligns the collective devotion of millions with the celestial order.
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The Ayodhya Ram Mandir’s construction and inauguration are major milestones not just for Hindus but for Indian society as a whole. This temple is the culmination of a centuries-long struggle, marked by legal battles, social movements, and deep spiritual resolve. The first anniversary of the temple is not just a date; it is a commemoration of a civilizational ethos that transcends time.
The Ayodhya Ram Mandir stands as a symbol of Dharma – the eternal moral and spiritual order that Bhagwan Ram epitomized in his life.
In an era where societal values are often questioned and diluted, every mandir serves as a spiritual anchor. Its puja and anniversaries remind Sanatanis of the principles of truth, sacrifice, and duty.
Ayodhya Ji begins celebrations for the 1st anniversary of the Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha.
The festivities commenced with the recitation of the Yajurveda.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to perform the ‘abhishek’ of Ram Lalla. A grand aarti of the murti will be held… pic.twitter.com/FNtEPf4JDY
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This particular mandir’s consecration reignited a sense of pride among Hindus, not just in India but globally. For centuries, the story of Ayodhya was one of destruction, oppression, and erasure. The Ayodhya Ram Mandir’s inauguration transformed it into a story of resilience, faith, and cultural resurgence. Hence, celebrating its anniversary is a reminder that no matter how long the darkness lasts, the light of Dharma ultimately prevails.
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VIDEO | Devotees continue to arrive at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to offer prayers on the first anniversary of 'pran pratistha'.
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The decision by the Temple Board to celebrate the anniversary on Pausha Shukla Ekadashi instead of 22nd January is an important indicator. Firstly, it shows that Indian society began marking important “tithi” using the traditional Hindu Lunisolar calendar. Secondly, it helps the world understand the Indian worldview of time as cyclical rather than linear. As temples hold the power to show correct the path of Dharma, this celebration is a way to help Indians of the modern era realign themselves with Hindu dates.
The tithi-centric celebrations emphasize aligning human activities with cosmic rhythms, ensuring harmony between the individual, society, and the universe.
In Indian society, tithi are not mere markers of time; they are carriers of divine energies. Celebrating on the tithi rather than the Gregorian date signifies adherence to Sanatan Dharma’s eternal principles of priortizing the divine over the mundane. It also underscores the importance of connecting with India’s spiritual roots, which have always valued the alignment of human life with cosmic patterns.
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VIDEO | On preparations for anniversary celebrations of 'pran pratishtha', Ram Temple Chief Priest Acharya Satendra Das says, "There has been a good arrangement. The idol of Ram Lala has been decorated, the 'garbha griha' has been decorated. The whole Ayodhya has become… pic.twitter.com/4h9mglL0mc
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As Ayodhya Ram Mandir celebrates its first anniversary, its significance extends far beyond the limits of Ayodhya city. It represents a cultural Indic Renaissance that inspires Sanatanis to reconnect with their heritage and take pride in their civilizational identity. It is a beacon of hope, reminding people of the resilience of faith and the inevitability of justice. On this auspicious tithi, devotees are not just commemorating the past but also envisioning a future rooted in Dharma and unity.
Let Ayodhya Ram Mandir’s anniversary be a call to uphold the values Bhagwan Ram stood for – truth, compassion, and righteousness – in every aspect of life.
The 3 day festival has begun!
The Ram Mandir Ayodhya is celebrating its 1st year anniversary.The original consecration falls on paush shukla dwadashi, therefore the date of the anniversary will not be on 22nd January but on 11th January 2025.
Why?
Because the Gregorian… pic.twitter.com/SzbC0IMvCL
— Neena Rai (@NeenaRai) January 11, 2025
Let the celestial energies of Pausha Shukla Ekadashi bless the devotees today at Ayodhya. May it mark this anniversary celebration as more than a calendric event! May this anniversary be a reaffirmation of faith, a tribute to resilience, and a step toward a brighter, more unified India. Let the bells of the Ram Mandir echo across the cosmos. May each reonant ring show that Dharma is celebrated under the blessings of the universe!!