Nama Ramayanam
शुद्धब्रह्मपरात्पर राम् ॥१॥
Shuddha-Brahma-Paraatpara Raam 1 1: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who is (the embodiment of) Pure Brahman and Who is Superior to the Best.
O Rama, who is the pure and supreme Brahman.
कालात्मकपरमेश्वर राम् ॥२॥
Kaala-atmaka-Parameshvara Raam 2 2: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who is of the Nature of Kala (i.e. Master of everyone's Destiny) and the Supreme Lord (Parameshwara).
O Rama, who is the ultimate Lord of time.
शेषतल्पसुखनिद्रित राम् ॥३॥
Shessa-Talpa-Sukha-Nidrita Raam 3 3: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Sleeps Blissfully on the Bed of Serpent Sesha Naga (as Lord Vishnu).
O Rama, who rests in blissful sleep on the serpent's bed.
ब्रह्माद्यामरप्रार्थित राम् ॥४॥
Brahmaadya-Amara-Praarthita Raam 4 4: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was requested by the Devas starting with Brahma (to incarnate as the son of king Dasharatha for eliminating Ravana). ► Sri Rama incarnating in Ayodhya ↪ Ayodhya - Ram Janambhoomi (Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh)
O Rama, who is worshipped by Brahma and the immortals.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Rama! Hail Sita!
चण्डकिरणकुलमण्डन राम् ॥५॥
Canndda-Kiranna-Kula-Mannddana Raam 5 5: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Adorned the Dynasty of Sun (Surya Vamsha). ► Lineage of Sri Rama
O Rama, who is adorned by the fierce rays of the sun.
श्रीमद्दशरथनन्दन राम् ॥६॥
Shriimad-Dasharatha-Nandana Raam 6 6: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was the Illustrious Son of King Dasaratha.
O Rama, the beloved son of Dasharatha.
कौसल्यासुखवर्धन राम् ॥७॥
Kausalyaa-Sukha-Vardhana Raam 7 7: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Brought Great Joy to Kaushalya. ► Sri Rama growing up in Ayodhya
O Rama, who increases the happiness of Kausalya.
विश्वामित्रप्रियधन राम् ॥८॥
Vishvaamitra-Priya-Dhana Raam 8 8: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Dear to Sage Vishwamitra like a Great Treasure.
O Rama, who is dear to Vishwamitra.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam
O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
घोरताटकाघातक राम् ॥९॥
Ghora-Taattakaa-Ghaataka Raam 9 9: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was the Slayer of the Terrible Demoness Tataka. ► Sri Rama slaying demoness Tataka in Tataka Vana ↪ Buxar - Tataka Vanam (Buxar district, Bihar)
O Rama, who vanquishes the fearsome Tataka.
मारीचादिनिपातक राम् ॥१०॥
Maariica-adi-Nipaataka Raam 10 10: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who brought the Downfall of Demon Marica and Others.
O Rama, who defeated Maricha and others.
कौशिकमखसंरक्षक राम् ॥११॥
Kaushika-Makha-Samrakssaka Raam 11 11: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was the Protector of the Yajna of Sage Vishwamitra. ► Sri Rama protecting yagna of sage Vishwamitra in Siddhashrama ↪ Buxar - Buxar Vamaneshwar Dham (Siddhashrama) (Buxar district, Bihar)
O Rama, the protector of the sacred sacrifice of Vasishtha.
श्रीमदहल्योद्धारक राम् ॥१२॥
Shriimad-Ahalyoddhaaraka Raam 12 12: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who provided Deliverance to the Venerable Ahalya. ► Sri Rama delivering Devi Ahalya from curse near Mithila ↪ Mithila Upavana - Darbhanga Ahilya Asthan (Darbhanga district, Bihar)
O Rama, who rescued the noble Ahilya.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Rama! Hail Sita!
गौतममुनिसंपूजित राम् ॥१३॥
Gautama-Muni-Sampuujita Raam 13 13: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Greatly Honoured by Sage Gautama.
O Rama, who is worshipped by the sage Gautama.
सुरमुनिवरगणसंस्तुत राम् ॥१४॥
Sura-Muni-Vara-Ganna-Samstuta Raam 14 14: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Praised by the Devas and the Best of Sages.
O Rama, who is praised by the assembly of divine sages.
नाविकधावितमृदुपद राम् ॥१५॥
Naavika-Dhaavita-Mrdu-Pada Raam 15 15: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Whose Gentle Feet was Washed by the Boatman (Kewat).
O Rama, whose gentle feet are sought by the boatmen.
मिथिलापुरजनमोहक राम् ॥१६॥
Mithilaa-Pura-Jana-Mohaka Raam 16 16: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Enchanted the People of Mithila.
O Rama, who captivates the people of Mithila.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Rama! Hail Sita!
विदेहमानसरञ्जक राम् ॥१७॥
Videha-Maanasa-Ran.jaka Raam 17 17: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Gladdened the Mind of King Janaka. ► Sri Rama hearing the story of the appearance of Devi Sita at Mithila ↪ Mithila - Sitamarhi Punaura Dham (Sitamarhi district, Bihar) ↪ Mithila - Sitamarhi Janaki Temple (Sitamarhi district, Bihar)
O Rama, who delights the people of Videha.
त्र्यंबककार्मुकभञ्जक राम् ॥१८॥
Try-Ambaka-Kaarmuka-Bhan.jaka Raam 18 18: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Broke the Bow of the Three-Eyed Shiva. ► Sri Rama hearing the story of the bow of Lord Shiva at Mithila ↪ Mithila - Janakpur Janaki Temple (Dhanusha district, Nepal) ► Sri Rama breaking the bow of Lord Shiva at Mithila
O Rama, who breaks the bow of the three-eyed one.
सीतार्पितवरमालिक राम् ॥१९॥
Siitaa-rpita-Vara-Maalika Raam 19 19: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, To Whom Devi Sita Offered the Garland during Bridegroom selection.
O Rama, who is adorned with the garland offered by Sita.
कृतवैवाहिककौतुक राम् ॥२०॥
Krta-Vaivaahika-Kautuka Raam 20 20: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who performed the Leela of Marriage. ► Sri Rama marrying Devi Sita at Mithila
O Rama, who delights in the marriage ceremony.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the beloved of Sita!
भार्गवदर्पविनाशक राम् ॥२१॥
Bhaargava-Darpa-Vinaashaka Raam 21 21: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was the Destroyer of the Pride of Sri Parashurama. ► Sri Rama humbling Sri Parashurama while returning from Mithila
O Rama, who destroys the pride of the Bhrigus.
श्रीमदयोध्यापालक राम् ॥२२॥
Shriimad-Ayodhyaa-Paalaka Raam 22 22: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was the Illustrious King of Ayodhya.
O Rama, the protector of the glorious Ayodhya.
॥ अयोध्याकाण्डम् ॥
Ayodhyaa-Kaannddam The Chapter on Ayodhya
The Ayodhya Kanda.
अगणितगुणगणभूषित राम् ॥२३॥
Agannita-Gunna-Ganna-Bhuussita Raam 23 23: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Adorned with Inumerable Virtues.
O Rama, who is adorned with countless virtues.
अवनीतनयाकामित राम् ॥२४॥
Avanii-Tanayaa-Kaamita Raam 24 24: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Desired by the Daughter of the Earth (i.e. Devi Sita).
O Rama, who fulfills the desires of the earth's daughter.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the beloved of Sita!
राकाचन्द्रसमानन राम् ॥२५॥
Raakaa-Candra-Sama-anana Raam 25 25: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Whose Face is Like the Full Moon.
O Rama, whose face shines like the moon.
पितृवाक्याश्रितकानन राम् ॥२६॥
Pitr-Vaakya-ashrita-Kaanana Raam 26 26: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Went to the Forest Following the Words of His Father.
O Rama, who is devoted to the words of his father.
प्रियगुहविनिवेदितपद राम् ॥२७॥
Priya-Guha-Vi-Nivedita-Pada Raam 27 27: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, To Whose Feet Guha Offered himself as a Dear Servant. ► Sri Rama visiting Shringaverapura and meeting Guha ↪ Shringverpur - Ram Sayan Ashram (Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh)
O Rama, whose beloved is hidden in the cave.
तत्क्षालितनिजमृदुपद राम् ॥२८॥
Tat-Kssaalita-Nija-Mrdu-Pada Raam 28 28: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Whose Gentle Feet was Washed (by Guha).
O Rama, whose soft feet are worshipped.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the beloved of Sita!
भरद्वाजमुखानन्दक राम् ॥२९॥
Bharadvaaja-Mukha-anandaka Raam 29 29: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who made the Face of Sage Bharatwaja shine with Joy. ► Sri Rama visiting the Bharadwaja Ashrama at Prayaga ↪ Prayagraj - Bharadwaj Ashram (Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh)
O Rama, who brings joy to the mouth of Bharadvaja.
चित्रकूटाद्रिनिकेतन राम् ॥३०॥
Citrakuutta-Adri-Niketana Raam 30 30: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who made the Chitrakuta Mountain as His Habitat. ► Sri Rama visiting the Valmiki Ashrama while entering Chitrakoota ↪ Chitrakoot - Valmiki Ashram (Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh) ► Sri Rama staying in Chitrakoota in a Parna-shala ↪ Chitrakoot - Ram Ghat (Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh)
O Rama, who resides in the hills of Chitrakuta.
दशरथसन्ततचिन्तित राम् ॥३१॥
Dasharatha-Santata-Cintita Raam 31 31: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Continually Thought of His Father Dasaratha during His Exile in the Forest.
O Rama, who is the cherished thought of Dasaratha's lineage.
कैकेयीतनयार्थित राम् ॥३२॥
Kaikeyii-Tanaya-Arthita Raam 32 32: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Earnestly Requested by Bharata, the Son of Kaikeyi to return to the Kingdom.
O Rama, who is requested by Kaikeyi's son.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the beloved of Sita!
विरचितनिजपितृकर्मक राम् ॥३३॥
Viracita-Nija-Pitr-Karmaka Raam 33 33: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Performed the Last Rites of His Father.
O Rama, who is engaged in the deeds of His own father.
भरतार्पितनिजपादुक राम् ॥३४॥
Bharata-Arpita-Nija-Paaduka Raam 34 34: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Gave His Paduka (Wooden Sandal) to Bharata. ► Sri Rama meeting Bharata and giving his padukas in Chitrakoota ↪ Chitrakoot - Bharat Milap (Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh) ► Sri Rama visiting the Atri-Anusuya Ashrama while leaving Chitrakoota ↪ Chitrakoot - Atri-Anusuiya Ashram (Satna district, Madhya Pradesh) ► Bharata ruling the kingdom from Nandigrama with Padukas of Sri Rama ↪ Ayodhya outskirts - Nandigram (Bharat Kund) (Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh)
O Rama, who is offered the sacred sandals by Bharata.
॥ अरण्यकाण्डम् ॥
Arannya-Kaannddam The Chapter on Forest
O Rama, the one who resides in the forest.
दण्डकवनजनपावन राम् ॥३५॥
Dannddakavana-Jana-Paavana Raam 35 35: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Purified the Environment of the Dandakaranya Forest by slaying the demons.
O Rama, who purifies the Dandaka forest.
दुष्टविराधविनाशन राम् ॥३६॥
Dusstta-Viraadha-Vinaashana Raam 36 36: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Destroyed the Wicked Demon Viradha. ► Sri Rama encountering demon Viradha in the Dandakaranya forest
O Rama, who destroys the wicked Viradha.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Rama! Hail Sita!
शरभङ्गसुतीक्ष्णार्चित राम् ॥३७॥
Sharabhangga-Sutiikssnna-Arcita Raam 37 37: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Worshipped by Sage Sarabhanga and Sage Sutheekshana. ► Sri Rama visiting the Sharabhanga Ashrama in the Dandakaranya forest ↪ Dandakaranya - Sharbhang Ashram (Satna district, Madhya Pradesh) ► Sri Rama visiting the Suteekshna Ashrama in the Dandakaranya forest ↪ Dandakaranya - Suteekshna Ashram (Satna district, Madhya Pradesh) ► Sri Rama visiting various hermitages of sages for ten years in the Dandakaranya forest ► Sri Rama revisiting the Suteekshna Ashrama in the Dandakaranya forest
O Rama, worshipped by the sharp arrows of Sharabhanga.
अगस्त्यानुग्रहवर्धित राम् ॥३८॥
Agastya-Anugraha-Vardhita Raam 38 38: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Full with the Blessings of Sage Agastya. ► Sri Rama visiting the Ashrama of sage Agastya's brother near Panchavati ► Sri Rama visiting the Agastya Ashrama near Panchavati ↪ Nashik Ankai - Agastya Ashram (Nashik district, Maharashtra)
O Rama, who is enhanced by the grace of Agastya.
गृध्राधिपसंसेवित राम् ॥३९॥
Grdhra-Adhipa-Samsevita Raam 39 39: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Served by the King of Vultures (Jatayu). ► Sri Rama meeting Jatayu near Panchavati
O Rama, who is served by the king of vultures.
पञ्चवटीतटसुस्थित राम् ॥४०॥
Pan.cavattii-Tatta-Su-Sthita Raam 40 40: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Abided at the Bank of the River at Panchavati. ► Sri Rama staying in the Panchavati forest ↪ Nashik Panchavati - Juni Parnakuti (Nashik district, Maharashtra)
O Rama, who resides on the banks of Panchavati.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Rama! Hail Sita!
शूर्पणखार्तिविधायक राम् ॥४१॥
Shuurpannakhaarti-Vidhaayaka Raam 41 41: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Enjoined the Pain on Surpanakha for her wicked intentions. ► Sri Rama encountering demoness Surpanakha in the Panchavati forest ↪ Nashik Panchavati - Tapovan (Nashik district, Maharashtra)
O Rama, who causes the suffering of Surpanakha.
खरदूषणमुखसूदक राम् ॥४२॥
Khara-Duussanna-Mukha-Suudaka Raam 42 42: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Destroyed the Face of Demons Khara and Dushana from the World. ► Sri Rama slaying demons Khara and Dushana in the Panchavati forest
O Rama, who vanquishes the faces of Khara and Dushana.
सीताप्रियहरिणानुग राम् ॥४३॥
Siitaa-Priya-Harinna-Anuga Raam 43 43: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Went After the Deer Wanted by Devi Sita.
O Rama, who is dear to Sita and the deer.
मारीचार्तिकृदाशुग राम् ॥४४॥
Maariica-arti-Krda-ashuga Raam 44 44: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who inflicted Pain on Marica with His Arrow for his (Marica's) wrong deed. ► Ravana abducting Devi Sita from the Panchavati forest ↪ Nashik Panchavati - Sita Gupha (Nashik district, Maharashtra)
O Rama, who is the cause of the sorrow of Maricha.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Rama! Hail Sita!
विनष्टसीतान्वेषक राम् ॥४५॥
Vinasstta-Siitaa-nvessaka Raam 45 45: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Searched for the Lost Sita earnestly. ► Sri Rama searching for Devi Sita in the Panchavati forest ► Sri Rama finding flowers and jewelleries of Devi Sita in the Janasthana region
O Rama, who searches for the lost Sita.
गृध्राधिपगतिदायक राम् ॥४६॥
Grdhra-Adhipa-Gati-Daayaka Raam 46 46: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Gave Liberation to the King of Vultures (Jatayu). ► Sri Rama meeting the dying Jatayu in the Janasthana region ↪ Nashik Taked - Taked Sarvatirtha Jatayu Temple (Nashik district, Maharashtra)
O Rama, who grants the destination to the king of vultures.
शबरीदत्तफलाशन राम् ॥४७॥
Shabarii-Datta-Phala-Ashana Raam 47 47: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Ate the Fruit Given by Shabari as an offering of devotion. ► Sri Rama visiting Matanga Ashrama near Pampa Sarovar and meeting Shabari ↪ Kishkindha - Shabari Kolla (Belagavi district, Karnataka)
O Rama, who eats the fruits given by Shabala.
कबन्धबाहुच्छेदक राम् ॥४८॥
Kabandha-Baahuc-Chedaka Raam 48 48: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Cut off the Arms of Kabandha. ► Sri Rama encountering demon Kabandha in the Kabandha forest
O Rama, who cuts off the arms of Kabandha.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail, Hail, King Rama! Hail, Hail, Sita Rama!
॥ किष्किन्धाकाण्डम् ॥
Kisskindhaa-Kaannddam The Chapter on Kisskindhaa, the Empire of the Monkeys
This is the Kishkindha Kanda.
हनुमत्सेवितनिजपद राम् ॥४९॥
Hanumat-Sevita-Nija-Pada Raam 49 49: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Whose Feet was Served by Hanuman. ► Sri Rama meeting Hanuman at Pampa Sarovar ↪ Kishkindha - Pampa Sarovar (Koppal district, Karnataka)
Rama, who is served by Hanuman,
नतसुग्रीवाभीष्टद राम् ॥५०॥
Nata-Sugriiva-Abhiisstta-Da Raam 50 50: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Granted the Wish of Sugriva who Bowed to Him in Surrender. ► Sri Rama making friendship with Sugreeva in the Rishyamuka Parvata ↪ Kishkindha - Rishyamuka Parvata (Vijayanagara district, Karnataka)
Rama, who fulfills the wishes of Sugriva,
गर्वितवालिसंहारक राम् ॥५१॥
Garvita-Vaali-Samhaaraka Raam 51 51: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Destroyed the Proud Bali, the king of monkeys. ► Sri Rama slaying Vali during the second duel with Sugreeva ↪ Kishkindha - Vali Kila (Koppal district, Karnataka) ↪ Kishkindha - Chintamani Gufa (Koppal district, Karnataka)
Rama, who vanquishes the proud Vali,
वानरदूतप्रेषक राम् ॥५२॥
Vaanara-Duuta-Pressaka Raam 52 52: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Sent a Monkey as Messenger (to Ravana). ► Sugreeva sending Vanaras for searching Devi Sita in the four directions
Rama, who sends the monkey messengers,
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail, Hail, King Rama! Hail, Hail, Sita Rama!
हितकरलक्ष्मणसंयुत राम् ॥५३॥
Hitakara-Lakssmanna-Samyuta Raam 53 53: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was always United with Lakshmana who Served Him earnestly.
Rama, who is accompanied by the beneficial Lakshmana,
॥ सुन्दरकाण्डम् ॥
Sundara-Kaannddam The Chapter on Hanuman's meeting with Devi Sita at Lanka
This is the Sundara Kanda.
कपिवरसन्ततसंस्मृत राम् ॥५४॥
Kapi-Vara-Santata-Samsmrta Raam 54 54: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Continually Remembered by Hanuman, the Most Excellent among the Monkeys.
Rama, who is constantly remembered by the best of monkeys,
तद्गतिविघ्नध्वंसक राम् ॥५५॥
Tad-Gati-Vighna-Dhvamsaka Raam 55 55: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Removed the Obstacles to the Movement of Hanuman. ► Hanuman taking a leap over the ocean to go to Lanka
Rama, who removes obstacles from the path of those who seek Him,
सीताप्राणाधारक राम् ॥५६॥
Siitaa-Praanna-adhaaraka Raam 56 56: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was the Support of the Life of Devi Sita. ► Hanuman meeting Devi Sita at Ashoka Vana in Lanka
Rama, who is the life force of Sita,
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail, Hail, King Rama! Hail, Hail, Sita Rama!
दुष्टदशाननदूषित राम् ॥५७॥
Dusstta-Dasha-anana-Duussita Raam 57 57: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Condemned the Wicked Ten-Headed Ravana.
Rama, who is tainted by the wicked ten-headed Ravana,
शिष्टहनूमद्भूषित राम् ॥५८॥
Shisstta-Hanuumad-Bhuussita Raam 58 58: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Adorned the Wise and Eminent Hanuman with Praises.
Rama, who is adorned by the noble Hanuman,
सीतावेदितकाकावन राम् ॥५९॥
Siitaa-Vedita-Kaakaa-Vana Raam 59 59: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who heard the Kakasura incident which took place in the Forest from Hanuman as Told (to Hanuman) by Devi Sita.
Rama, who is known in the forest of the crow, as revealed by Sita,
कृतचूडामणिदर्शन राम् ॥६०॥
Krta-Cuuddaamanni-Darshana Raam 60 60: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Saw the Chudamani of Devi Sita which was brought by Hanuman. ► Hanuman reporting about Devi Sita after returning from Lanka
Rama, who is seen with the crown of jewels,
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail, Hail, King Rama! Hail, Hail, Sita Rama!
कपिवरवचनाश्वासित राम् ॥६१॥
Kapi-Vara-Vacana-ashvaasita Raam 61 61: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Comforted by the Words of Hanuman, the Most Excellent of Monkeys.
Rama, who reassures the best of monkeys with His words,
॥ युध्दकाण्डम् ॥
Yudhda-Kaannddam The Chapter on Battle
This is the Yuddha Kanda.
रावणनिधनप्रस्थित राम् ॥६२॥
Raavanna-Nidhana-Prasthita Raam 62 62: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Set out for Destroying Ravana.
Rama, who set forth to defeat Ravana.
वानरसैन्यसमावृत राम् ॥६३॥
Vaanara-Sainya-Samaavrta Raam 63 63: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Surrounded by the Army of Monkeys. ► Sri Rama marching from Kishkindha to Southern Sea with Vanara troops
Rama, surrounded by the army of monkeys.
शोषितसरिदीशार्थित राम् ॥६४॥
Shossita-Sarid-Iisha-Arthita Raam 64 64: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Requested the King of Ocean to Give Way and subsequently threatened to Dry him. ► Sri Rama encountering the Ocean-god
Rama, who quenches the thirst of the river god.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita!
विभीषणाभयदायक राम् ॥६५॥
Vibhiissanna-Abhaya-Daayaka Raam 65 65: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Gave Assurance of Fearlessness to Vibhisana when he took Refuge. ► Sri Rama giving refuge to Vibhisana
Rama, who grants fearlessness to Vibhishana.
पर्वतसेतुनिबन्धक राम् ॥६६॥
Parvata-Setu-Nibandhaka Raam 66 66: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Created a Bridge across the Sea by Binding Rocks. ► Sri Rama building a bridge across the ocean
Rama, who binds the mountain bridge.
कुम्भकर्णशिरच्छेदक राम् ॥६७॥
Kumbhakarnna-Shirac-Chedaka Raam 67 67: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Cut off the Head of Kumbhakarna in the Battle. ► Sri Rama slaying Kumbhakarna in battle
Rama, who severed the head of Kumbhakarna.
राक्षससङ्घविमर्दक राम् ॥६८॥
Raakssasa-Sanggha-Vimardaka Raam 68 68: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Crushed the Army of Demons in the Battle. ► Sri Rama destroying army of demons in battle
Rama, who crushes the assembly of demons.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita!
अहिमहिरावणचारण राम् ॥६९॥
Ahimahiraavanna-Caaranna Raam 69 69: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Destroyed Mahiravana (through Hanuman) who Trapped Him in Patala Loka. ► Hanuman slaying Mahiravana and Ahiravana in Patala Loka
Rama, who is the charioteer of the serpent king Ravana.
संहृतदशमुखरावण राम् ॥७०॥
Samhrta-Dasha-Mukha-Raavanna Raam 70 70: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Destroyed the Ten-Faced Ravana in the Battle. ► Sri Rama slaying Ravana in battle
Rama, who destroyed the ten-headed Ravana.
विधिभवमुखसुरसंस्तुत राम् ॥७१॥
Vidhi-Bhava-Mukha-Sura-Samstuta Raam 71 71: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Praised by Brahma, Shiva and other Devas.
Rama, who is praised by the gods as per destiny.
खस्थितदशरथवीक्षित राम् ॥७२॥
Kha-Sthita-Dasharatha-Viikssita Raam 72 72: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Whose Divine Deeds were Seen by Dasaratha from Heaven. ► Dasharatha meeting Sri Rama in Lanka after Ravana was slain
Rama, who is seen by Dasaratha in the sky.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita!
सीतादर्शनमोदित राम् ॥७३॥
Siitaa-Darshana-Modita Raam 73 73: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Delighted Seeing Devi Sita after the Battle. ► Devi Sita giving Agni Pariksha in Lanka after Ravana was slain
Rama, who delights in the sight of Sita.
अभिषिक्तविभीषणनत राम् ॥७४॥
Abhissikta-Vibhiissanna-Nata Raam 74 74: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Reverentially Saluted by Vibhisana who (Vibhisana) was Coronated by Him. ► Sri Rama installing Vibhisana as king of Lanka
Rama, who is anointed and bowed to by Vibhishana.
पुष्पकयानारोहण राम् ॥७५॥
Pusspaka-Yaana-arohanna Raam 75 75: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Ascended the Pushpaka Vimana for returning to Ayodhya.
Rama, who ascended the Pushpaka chariot.
भरद्वाजाभिनिषेवण राम् ॥७६॥
Bharadvaaja-Abhi-Nissevanna Raam 76 76: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who (returned towards Prayaga) for Visiting Sage Bharadwaja. ► Sri Rama returning from forest exile
Rama, who is served by Bharadwaja.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita!
भरतप्राणप्रियकर राम् ॥७७॥
Bharata-Praanna-Priyakara Raam 77 77: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who brought Joy to the Life of Bharata after His return.
Rama, who is dear to Bharata, the life of his soul.
साकेतपुरीभूषण राम् ॥७८॥
Saaketa-Purii-Bhuussanna Raam 78 78: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Adorned the City of Ayodhya after his return from Lanka.
Rama, the ornament of the city of Ayodhya.
सकलस्वीयसमानत राम् ॥७९॥
Sakala-Sviiya-Samaanata Raam 79 79: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Treated Everyone Equally as His Own People.
Rama, who is equal to all beings.
रत्नलसत्पीठास्थित राम् ॥८०॥
Ratna-Lasat-Piitthaa-Sthita Raam 80 80: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Seated on the Throne studded with Shining Jewels. ► Sri Rama getting coronated in Ayodhya
Rama, seated on a throne adorned with jewels.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the consort of Sita!
पट्टाभिषेकालंकृत राम् ॥८१॥
Patttta-Abhisseka-Alamkrta Raam 81 81: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Adorned with the Royal Crown during Coronation.
Rama, adorned with the royal consecration.
पार्थिवकुलसम्मानित राम् ॥८२॥
Paarthiva-Kula-Sammaanita Raam 82 82: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Honoured the Assembly of Kings during His Coronation.
Rama, honored by the royal lineage.
विभीषणार्पितरङ्गक राम् ॥८३॥
Vibhiissanna-Arpita-Ranggaka Raam 83 83: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Offered the idol of Sri Ranganatha to Vibhisana during the Coronation ceremony.
Rama, who grants blessings to the Kisha clan.
कीशकुलानुग्रहकर राम् ॥८४॥
Kiisha-Kula-Anugraha-Kara Raam 84 84: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Showered His Grace on the Sun Dynasty (Surya Vamsha).
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the consort of Sita!
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Rama, the protector of all living beings.
सकलजीवसंरक्षक राम् ॥८५॥
Sakala-Jiiva-Samrakssaka Raam 85 85: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who is the Guardian of All Living Beings.
Rama, the support of all worlds.
समस्तलोकाधारक राम् ॥८६॥
Samasta-Loka-adhaaraka Raam 86 86: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who is the Supporter of All the Worlds.
॥ Uttarakanda ॥
॥ उत्तरकाण्डम् ॥
Uttara-Kaannddam The Latter Chapter
Rama, praised by the assembly of sages.
आगतमुनिगणसंस्तुत राम् ॥८७॥
Aagata-Muni-Ganna-Samstuta Raam 87 87: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Praised by All the Visiting Sages.
Rama, born of the renowned Dasharatha.
विश्रुतदशकण्ठोद्भव राम् ॥८८॥
Vishruta-Dasha-Kannttho-dbhava Raam 88 88: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who heard the origin (i.e. the story) of the Ten-Faced (i.e. Ravana).
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the consort of Sita!
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Rama, who finds joy in embracing Sita.
सीतालिङ्गननिर्वृत राम् ॥८९॥
Siita-alinggana-Nirvrta Raam 89 89: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Happy in the Embrace of Devi Sita.
Rama, who protects the righteous kingdom.
नीतिसुरक्षितजनपद राम् ॥९०॥
Niiti-Surakssita-Janapada Raam 90 90: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Protected His Empire by Moral Precepts (i.e. Dharma).
Rama, who has abandoned the forest for the sake of his father.
विपिनत्याजितजनकज राम् ॥९१॥
Vipina-Tyaajita-Janaka-Ja Raam 91 91: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Abandoned Devi Sita ( Born of Janaka ) in the Forest.
Rama, who has vanquished the demon of salt.
कारितलवणासुरवध राम् ॥९२॥
Kaarita-Lavannaasura-Vadha Raam 92 92: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Caused the Killing of Demon Lavanasura (through brother Satrughna).
Hail Rama, the king! Hail Rama, the consort of Sita!
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Lord Rama, the king! Hail Sita, the beloved of Rama!
स्वर्गतशम्बुकसंस्तुत राम् ॥९३॥
Svargata-Shambuka-Samstuta Raam 93 93: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Praised by Shambuka who has Gone to Heaven.
O Rama, who is praised by the celestial beings in heaven.
स्वतनयकुशलवनन्दित राम् ॥९४॥
Sva-Tanaya-Kusha-Lava-Nandita Raam 94 94: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Made Happy His Own Sons Lava and Kusha.
O Rama, who delights in the skillful accomplishments of His own sons.
अश्वमेधक्रतुदीक्षित राम् ॥९५॥
Ashvamedha-Kratu-Diikssita Raam 95 95: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Initiated in to the Sacrifice of Ashwamedha.
O Rama, who is honored through the Ashwamedha sacrifice.
कालावेदितसुरपद राम् ॥९६॥
Kaalaa-Vedita-Sura-Pada Raam 96 96: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Made to Know His Divine Position by Kala when His time to depart arrived.
O Rama, who is known by the gods as the embodiment of time.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita, the beloved of Rama!
आयोध्यकजनमुक्तिद राम् ॥९७॥
Aayodhyaka-Jana-Mukti-Da Raam 97 97: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Gave Liberation to the People of Ayodhya.
O Rama, who grants liberation to the people of Ayodhya.
विधिमुखविबुधानन्दक राम् ॥९८॥
Vidhi-Mukha-Vibudha-anandaka Raam 98 98: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who made the Faces of Brahma and other Gods Shine with Joy.
O Rama, who brings joy to the wise and learned.
तेजोमयनिजरूपक राम् ॥९९॥
Tejomaya-Nija-Ruupaka Raam 99 99: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who assumed His Own Divine Form Shining with Light during His departure.
O Rama, who manifests in His own radiant form.
संसृतिबन्धविमोचक राम् ॥१००॥
Samsrti-Bandha-Vimocaka Raam 100 100: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Releases one from the Bondage of Samsara (Worldly Attachments).
O Rama, who liberates beings from the bondage of existence.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita, the beloved of Rama!
धर्मस्थापनतत्पर राम् ॥१०१॥
Dharma-Sthaapana-Tatpara Raam 101 101: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who is Eager to Establish Dharma in the World.
O Rama, who is dedicated to establishing righteousness.
भक्तिपरायणमुक्तिद राम् ॥१०२॥
Bhakti-Paraayanna-Mukti-Da Raam 102 102: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Gives Liberation to one Wholly Devoted to Him.
O Rama, who is the source of liberation for His devotees.
सर्वचराचरपालक राम् ॥१०३॥
Sarva-Cara-Acara-Paalaka Raam 103 103: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who is the Guardian of All Moving and Non-Moving Beings.
O Rama, who is the protector of all living beings, both mobile and immobile.
सर्वभवामयवारक राम् ॥१०४॥
Sarva-Bhava-amaya-Vaaraka Raam 104 104: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Restrains All Diseases of Worldly Attachments from His Devotees.
O Rama, who is the savior from all forms of existence.
राम् राम् जय राजा राम् । राम् राम् जय सीता राम् ।
Raam Raam Jaya Raajaa Raam Raam Raam Jaya Siitaa Raam O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama, O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama,
Hail Rama! Hail King Rama! Hail Sita, the beloved of Rama!
वैकुण्ठालयसंस्थित राम् ॥१०५॥
Vaikunnttha-alaya-Samsthita Raam 105 105: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who Established Himself in the Abode of Vaikunatha after His departure.
O Rama, who resides in the abode of Vaikuntha.
नित्यानन्दपदस्थित राम् ॥१०६॥
Nitya-ananda-Padasthita Raam 106 106: I take Refuge in Sri Rama, Who was Established in His Divine Position of Eternal Bliss after His departure.
O Rama, who is eternally situated in the state of bliss.
राम् राम् जय जय राजा राम् ॥१०७॥
Raam Raam Jaya Jaya Raajaa Raam 107 107: O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You King Rama.
Hail Rama! Hail Hail King Rama!
राम् राम् जय जय सीता राम् ॥१०८॥
Raam Raam Jaya Jaya Siitaa Raam 108 108: O Rama, Sri Rama, Victory to You Sita Rama.
Hail Rama! Hail Hail Sita!