Ayodhya Ram Mandir: In anticipation of the consecration ceremony scheduled for January 22, the trust overseeing the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has initiated preparations. Recent traditional rituals marked the placement of a new Lord Rama idol in the temple’s sanctum sanctorum. This article aims to unravel the intricacies surrounding the installation, particularly addressing queries about the fate of the old idols and shedding light on the upcoming ceremony.
Fate of the Old Idol
The idol created by sculptor Arun Yogi Raj from Karnataka for the ceremony will have a permanent spot in the main temple. Despite questions about the old idol that’s been worshipped for 70 years, Champat Rai, the person in charge, assures everyone that the current idol of Lord Rama will still be there in its usual place.
Placement of Idols
Champat Rai explains that the two extra idols made for the ceremony will find their spots on different floors of the Ram Temple. This helps us understand how the idols are spread out within the temple.
Significance of Idol Types: Movable vs. Immovable
The chief priest, Acharya Satyendra Das, imparts valuable information regarding the categorization of idols. The old idol, steeped in 70 years of worship, assumes the role of the ‘Utsav Murti,’ signifying its mobility for festive occasions. In contrast, the newly installed 51-inch statue is deemed an ‘Achal Murti,’ underscoring its immovability post-installation.
Consecration Ceremony of Ayodhya Ram Mandir
January 22 holds immense significance for Ayodhya as the auspicious day for the grand consecration of the new Lord Rama idol in the Ram Temple’s sanctum sanctorum. The ceremony is poised to witness the distinguished presence of PM Modi, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, RSS Chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat, Governor Anandiben Patel, and other esteemed guests.
Keep watching our YouTube Channel ‘DNP INDIA’. Also, please subscribe and follow us on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, and TWITTER