Powerful Mantras to Chant on Rama Navami

Rama Navami is an important Hindu festival that celebrates the birthday of Lord Rama. It falls on April 06, 2025, this year. Rama is the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu. Hindus celebrate Rama Navami on the 9th day of Shukla Paksha in Chaitra month.

The festival has great significance as it symbolizes the victory of Dharma (righteousness) over Adharma (evil).

On this day, Lord Vishnu was born on earth as Rama, the son of Dasaratha, the king of Ayodhya, and his queen, Kausalya. Vishnu incarnates on earth from time to time to destroy evil and restore Dharma (righteousness). The 10 most important incarnations of Vishnu are collectively called Dashavatara. 

Rama’s avatar was necessitated by the growing power of Ravana, the demon king of Lanka. Ravana’s evil deeds made him the target of the gods’ ire. They approached Vishnu and requested him to put an end to Ravana’s tyranny. So he took birth as Rama.

It was destined that Rama would have to go into exile due to his stepmother’s machinations. 

While living in the forest with his wife, Sita, and brother Lakshmana, he met Shoorpanaka, the sister of Ravana. Lakshmana humiliated her when she expressed her wish to marry Rama. When Shoorpanaka complained to Ravana, he avenged her humiliation by kidnapping Sita and keeping her captive in his kingdom. 

Eventually, with the help of Hanuman, Jambavan, and their armies of monkeys and bears, Rama crossed the ocean to Lanka and waged a fierce battle against Ravana. He killed Ravana and returned to Ayodhya with Sita and Lakshmana in triumph. After his return, he was crowned the king of Ayodhya.

On the occasion of Rama Navami, many devotees make it a point to chant Rama Navami Mantras. Chanting Mantras helps attract divine blessings. It also brings spiritual growth and inner peace.

Chanting Rama Mantras on this auspicious day can connect one deeply with the deity. Mantras can cleanse the mind and repel negative energy. They also promote good qualities like courage, kindness, and integrity. They can even protect you from harm, fulfill your wishes, and bestow Moksha. 

In 2025, Rama Navami Midday Muhurat is from 11:05 AM to 01:36 PM (a duration of 02 Hours 31 Minutes), with the Madhyanha moment at 12:20 PM on April 6.

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Powerful Ram Mantras for Rama Navami

Given below are 11 powerful Rama Mantras that you can chant during Rama Navami Pooja to seek divine blessings:

Shri Rama Moola Mantra

Om Shri Ramaya Namah
This Mantra pays tribute to Rama. It acknowledges him as the epitome of righteousness and virtue.

Rama Taraka Mantra

Shri Rama Jaya Rama Jaya Jaya Rama
It is called the "liberating mantra," as it has the power to liberate you from the bondage of worldly attachments and bestow salvation.

Rama Gayatri Mantra

Om Dasharathaye Vidmahe Sitavallabhaya Dhimahi। Tanno Ramah Prachodayat
This Mantra requests enlightenment and guidance from Rama.

Rama Dhyana Mantra

Om Apadamapahartaram Dataram Sarvasampadam। Lokabhiramam Shriramam Bhuyo Bhuyo Namamyaham
This Mantra praises Rama and offers salutations to him as the One who removes obstacles and grants prosperity.

Kodanda Rama Mantra

Shri Rama Jaya Rama Kodanda Rama
The Mantra glorifies Rama, who wields the Kodanda bow, which signifies his resolve to protect Dharma.

Beej Mantra of Lord Rama

Om Ram Ramaya Namah
This is the Beej or seed Mantra of Rama. It invokes the deity’s core energy and seeks protection and happiness.

Shri Ram Jai Ram Mantra

Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram
This popular Mantra hails Rama and calls for his victory and glory. It is commonly used in bhajans and kirtans.

Rama Raksha Mantra

Ramaya Ramabhadraya Ramachandraya Vedhase। Raghunathaya Nathaya Sitayah Pataye Namah
The Mantra offers salutations to Rama’s various forms and seeks his protection and blessings.

Shri Rama Ashtakshara Mantra

Om Ramaya Namah
This 8-syllable Mantra is simple and powerful. It invokes Rama's presence.

Rama Nama Mantra

Rama Rameti Rameti Rame Rame Manorame। Sahasranama Tattulyam Ramanama Varanane
The Mantra says that chanting Rama's name is like reciting the 1000 names of Lord Vishnu.

Shri Rama Prarthana Mantra

He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram! He Ram!
The Mantra is in the form of a plea to Rama. It expresses devotion and surrender.

How to Offer Worship on Ram Navami?

• Take a bath and wear clean garments.
• Offer flowers, fruits, incense, etc. Chant Ram Navami Mantra (108 times).
• Read the Ramayana or Shri Ramcharitamanas.
• Perform Aarti and distribute Prasad.

Conclusion

The Ram Navami Mantra is an effective method to gain the blessings of Lord Rama. Chanting Rama Mantras brings inner peace, wisdom, and spiritual growth. They attract positive vibrations that can uplift the soul. They also help eliminate negativity.

Whichever Mantra you chant, to get the benefits, sincerity, and devotion are essential. On Rama Navami day, connect with Rama’s divine energy by chanting his Mantras, reading holy scriptures, and upholding righteousness.

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