Grand celebration of Ram Navami at BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi

IANS April 7, 2025 197 views

The BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi hosted a magnificent Ram Navami celebration, drawing devotees from across the region. Pujya Brahmavihari Swami led extensive festivities including devotional music and cultural performances highlighting Lord Ram's life. The event symbolized spiritual unity and cultural exchange in the United Arab Emirates. Young artists captivated audiences with a special presentation representing the sacred confluence of holy rivers.

"This spiritual gathering served as a beacon of peace, unity, and eternal Hindu values" - BAPS Temple Statement
New Delhi, April 6: The world-renowned BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi celebrated Ram Navami and Swaminarayan Jayanti with immense devotion and grandeur, marking a landmark moment for cultural and spiritual harmony in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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Grand Ram Navami celebrations unite devotees at Abu Dhabi temple

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Cultural performance highlights Lord Ram's divine life

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Marks significant moment of interfaith harmony

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Spiritual event draws massive regional participation

A statement mentioned that devotees from across the region gathered at the temple to participate in a series of devotional and cultural events.

According to Pujya Brahmavihari Swami, the head priest of the temple, a full day of celebrations was organized, beginning with Ram Bhajans from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by the Shri Ram Janmotsav Aarti at 12 noon.

"The celebrations witnessed a massive turnout of devotees and visitors, united in devotion to Lord Ram and Bhagwan Swaminarayan. This spiritual gathering served as a beacon of peace, unity, and eternal Hindu values, echoing across borders," the statement read.

One of the highlights of the event was a special cultural presentation by the BAPS on a stage designed to resemble the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati. Through music, drama, and storytelling, the young artists brought to life the divine and inspiring life of Lord Ram*, captivating the audience.

The BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi continues to stand as a symbol of interfaith harmony, devotion, and global Hindu pride.

Rama Navami is a Hindu festival which celebrates the birth of Lord Ram -- one of the most popularly revered deities in Hinduism.

Lord Ram is also known as the seventh 'avatar' of Vishnu.

Ram Navami falls on the ninth day of the 'Shukla Paksha' of the lunar cycle of 'Chaitra' (March-April) which is the last month in the Hindu calendar.

Ram Navami is also a part of the Chaitra Navaratri festival.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
What a beautiful celebration! The cultural presentation sounds absolutely mesmerizing. So proud to see our traditions being honored with such devotion in the UAE 🇮🇳🙏
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Rahul S.
While the event looks spectacular, I wish there was more coverage of how local Emiratis reacted to the celebrations. The interfaith harmony aspect is what makes this truly special.
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Ananya P.
The stage design resembling Triveni Sangam must have been breathtaking! BAPS always organizes such meaningful events. Jai Shri Ram! 🕉️
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Vikram D.
Attended with my family - the energy was electric! My kids loved the storytelling segment. More such events please!
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Sunita M.
The temple architecture itself is a marvel. Every time I visit, I'm amazed at how it blends traditional design with modern engineering. Blessed to have this spiritual home in Abu Dhabi.
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Karan J.
While the celebrations were grand, I hope future events can include more interactive elements for younger generations to connect with our traditions in contemporary ways.

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