Ram Navami

Ram Navami is celebrated as the birth day of Lord Rama, and is a major Hindu festival, celebrated all over the country by Hindus. The birthday of Rama is observed on the night of the of the light half of the month Chetra ( March, April ). On this day Lord Rama is worshipped, prayers are offered to him and it is a sure way of imbibing his ideals.

One who approaches his lotus feet with love, devotion and humility becomes noble, large hearted, pious, peaceful, master of senses and beloved of the wise. People have bath and visit the temple on this day, offer prayers and perform pooja.

In Goa many temples offer food to devotees on this day. At noon ramas idol is put in a cradle and devotees rock the same and songs from Ramayan are sung.Neivadya on this occasion consists of coconut powdered mixed with sugar.