Ayodhya: Ram Lalla idol to be known as ‘Balak Ram,’ know why

Ram Lalla idol to be known as ‘Balak Ram:' After the auspicious, momentous and spiritually profound occasion of the Pratishtha ceremony and unveiling of the iconic and significant Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya, Arun Dixit, a priest associated with the consecration ceremony said on Tuesday that the new Ram Lalla idol crafted by Mysuru-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj will be known as "Balak Ram."

The iconic, significant and remarkable Ram Lalla idol carved out of special black granite that dates back an astonishing 2.5 billion years will be known as "Balak Ram" because the idol depicts the deity as a five-year-old Ram in a standing posture. 

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The another reason for naming the beautiful idol of Lord Ram as "Balak Ram" because the idol resembles a five-year-old child. 

While speaking to media, Arun Dixit, a priest associated with the consecration ceremony said, "The first time I saw the idol, I was thrilled and tears started rolling down my face. I cannot explain the feeling I experienced then. 

About the Ram Lalla idol 

• The Ram Lalla idol has been crafted by Mysuru-based sculptor Arun Yogiraj, which weighs approximately 150-200 kg. 
• The idol portrays Lord Ram as a five-year-old child standing on a lotus also crafted from the same stone.
• The Ram Lalla idol dimensions measuring 4.24 feet in height and three feet in width, exudes a captivating divine presence of Lord Ram. 
• The 51-inch Ram Lalla idol has been carved out of special black granite that dates back an astonishing 2.5 billion years. The black granite rock from which the idol of Ram Lalla, the infant form of Lord Ram, has been sculpted, unveils a fascinating chapter of Earth's history.

• Ram Lalla idol depicts 10 avatars of Lord Vishnu on both sides of Ram Lalla idol. One side features Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha and Vamana, while the other side features Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Buddha and Kalki. 
• The newly constructed Ram Lalla idol is embellished with a stunning collection of jewellery that reflects the deity's divine stature. The jewellery incorporates at least 15 kg of gold and an impressive array of 18,000 diamonds and emeralds.
• The idol was adorned with yellow dhoti and a red 'pataka' or 'angavastram' drapped in Banarasi fabric. The 'angavastram' is intricately decorated with pure gold 'zari' and threads, showcasing auspicious Vaishnav symbols such as 'shankh', 'padma', 'chakra', and 'mayur'.

Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the rituals of the "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony at the "historic" Ram temple in Ayodhya on Monday after which the Ram Lalla idol was unveiled at the Shri Ram Janmaboomi Temple.

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After the "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony, PM Modi performed the 'aarti' of the Ram Lalla idol at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya.

The Prime Minister after that performed 'parikrama' of the deity and did 'dandvat pranam'. This act of devotion, characterized by prostrating fully with one's forehead touching the ground, is a mark of utmost reverence and humility in Hindu tradition.

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