The Hindus worldwide are impatiently waiting for January 22, the day of Pran Pratishtha (consecration) of Lord Ram’s idol in the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
There is a sense of excitement and devotion among Hindu communities worldwide.
Preparations have started for the big day across the world.
Prime Minister N. Modi, his government, and international dignitaries are attending this cultural and religious event.
Historical significance
The city of Ayodhya holds immense historical and religious significance for the 1.2 billion Hindus in India and worldwide. It is the birthplace of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the supreme being who creates, protects, preserves, and transforms the universe.
The importance of Ayodhya dates to 12,000 years, as described in the Hindu epic Ramayana. The city has been a center of devotion and pilgrimage for millions across India and the world for centuries.
As the people of India ( Bharat) anticipate the grand unveiling of the Ram Mandir on the 22nd of January 2024, the event symbolizes a significant historical, cultural, and religious moment, marking the culmination of a 500-year wait.
The temple’s construction reflects India’s enduring rich and unique cultural and religious heritage, bringing a sense of unity and reverence among the Hindus in India and abroad.
The long-awaited realization of this sacred project represents a milestone in the nation’s history, signifying the preservation of its cultural identity and the collective aspirations of its citizens.
Today, there is a mood in India and among Indian Diasporas that the World should know more about the Hindu civilization going back over 13,000 years. India has its own sophisticated language called Sanskrit, which is unique to India and very popular amongst Hindus in India and abroad, and all Hindu religious rituals are performed in Sanskrit.
The Hindu scriptures were compiled over 13,000 years ago in Sanskrit, the original and unique language of the Hindus which include the Vedas, Rigveda, Yajurveda, Puranas, Bhagavata, Atharvaveda, Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana, and Brahmana.
The Hindu religion is not only a religion of one book but a library of knowledge about religion, meditation, Yoga, astronomy, the universe, Mathematics, algorithms, science, culture, medicines, Ayurvedic, and the structure of society.
Other cultures only talk about Earth, but Hindus believe that Earth is only a tiny entity amongst the Multiverse. Hence, the Ramayana, over 12,000 years ago, and the Mahabharata, over 8,000 years ago, mentioned the locations of specific planetary movements, which have been checked using the latest computer technology by many scientists. Both Ramayana and Mahabharata have confirmed scientific records to justify both epic religious events “as they were” (etihasa is the Sanskrit word) happening in history at that given time. No other cultures have the slightest knowledge of cosmology.
There was a buffoon called Thomas Babington Macaulay, a 19th-century Scottish/ British historian, who saw India as a culturally and intellectually inferior society that needed modernization and Westernization.
Over 12,000 years ago, Europe, including Britain and Macaulay’s ancestors, lived in caves and ran in their jungles without clothes. They were all illiterates and living like animals in their surroundings. Thomas Macaulay should have learned its history before writing such idiotic comments about the Hindu civilization.
Even some Europeans whose ancestors were living in caves and using sign language to communicate with each other wrote that they introduced the Sanskrit language to India. How can an illiterate European race introduce a sophisticated language like Sanskrit to India? It is essential to mention that not a single word about the Europeans is mentioned in any of the Hindu religious scriptures and books. These so-called European writers fabricated stories about India to make them feel superior when, in reality, they were children of an illiterate race when the Hindu civilization was flourishing over 12,000 years ago.
Construction of Ram temple
The 1.2 billion Hindus believe Ayodhya is the same place where Lord Rama was born.
The construction of Ram temple in Ayodhya started with great enthusiasm and devotion. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the temple’s foundation stone in a grand ceremony in August 2020. This temple is a grand structure situated at a height of about 150 feet.
The temple complex will include various facilities like prayer rooms for devotees, meditation centers, and a museum showcasing Lord Rama’s rich history and religious messages. It is expected that the temple’s completion will prove to be a significant milestone in the revival of Hindu civilization, culture, and heritage.
Importance for Hindus worldwide
For Hindus, the construction of the Ram temple holds immense cultural, religious, and emotional significance. It represents the restoration of a sacred site that has deep spiritual value. The temple is seen as a symbol of faith, unity, and collective identity for millions of Hindus worldwide.
Devotion to Lord Ram and reverence for Ram Janmabhoomi have been an integral part of the fabric of Hindu society for over 12,000 years. The temple’s construction is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Hindu community to preserve its faith and traditions against all types of attacks from different cultures. Other cultural entities fear the new Hindu Renaissance, which is taking place in India and worldwide.
A time of celebration and unity
The construction of the Ram Temple is completed, and the opening will be a spectacular event; all sections of society need to embrace unity and goodwill. It is a time to celebrate the diversity of religious beliefs while fostering an environment of mutual respect and understanding.
The completion of Ram Mandir will bring joy to millions of Hindus and remind them of India’s civilization and rich cultural heritage. This is a testament to the inclusive spirit of the country, where people of different religions can live together and grow together.
Conclusion
Ram Janmabhoomi holds great importance in the hearts and minds of Hindus in India and around the world. The construction of Ram Mandir is a historic moment in the journey of religious harmony and cultural preservation. This is a testimony to the faith, devotion, and unwavering spirit of the Hindu community worldwide.
Lord Ram’s new temple in Ayodhya begins the Hindu Renaissance; it is a time for all Indians to come together and celebrate the shared heritage that defines the country. The temple’s construction will serve as a symbol of unity, tolerance, and respect for all other cultures, thereby strengthening the nation’s fabric.