Hindus across India are celebrating the auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri 2022i. This year, Chaitra Navratri begins on April 2, 2022 and will end with ‘Dashami’ (tenth day) on April 11, 2022. Navratri is a nine-day festival that celebrates nine avatars. representation of Goddess Durga. One of the most auspicious days in Chaitra Navratri is Navami (the ninth day). It was known as Ram Navami; This day is dedicated to Lord Rama. According to legend, Lord Rama – the seventh incarnation of God Vishnu – was born on this day. On Ram Navami day, devotees break their nine-day discipline and break their fast with a delicious vegetarian meal.
Ram Navami 2022: Date and time; Meaning of Ram Navami 2022:
Ram Navami is part of ‘Vasanta Navratri’ and falls on the ninth day of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra – the first month in the Hindu calendar. It is said that Lord Rama was born during the Madhyahna period of the day – the middle of the day. On this day, devotees fast all day and worship Lord Rama, observing all the rituals. They also worship Goddess Siddhidatri – one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga. This year, Ram Navami falls on April 10, 2022 (Sunday).
Navami tithi starts – 01:23 am on April 10, 2022
Navami tithi ends – 03:15 am April 11, 2022
Ram Navami madhyahna muhurat – 10:23 am to 12:53 pm
Duration – 02 hours 31 minutes
Rama Navami madhyahna moment – 11:38 am
(Source: www.drikpanchang.com)
Ram Navami 2022: How Ram Navami is honored:
On this day, people worship Lord Rama and Goddess Siddhidatri and offer bhog to them. Devotees also arrange to go to Kanjak or Kanya Pujan, where nine young girls are invited and offered a delicious vegetarian meal (bhog). While the food on the bhog plate varies from person to person, there are a few dishes that remain the same on each plate – halwa and puri, with chana sookha (dry) on the sides.
Considering its popularity, we’re bringing back the traditional halwa-puri recipe so you can put together a classic bhog for the occasion. Let’s take a look.
Rama Navami 2022: How to make Sooji Ka Halwa, Puri and Sookha Chana:
Sooji Ka Halwa:
This humble dessert needs introduction. Made with sooji, sugar, dried fruit, and buffalo buttermilk toffee, this halowa melts in your mouth instantly. Sooji halwa is also known as lapsi in Gujarat, sajjige in parts of South India, sheera in Maharashtra and Mohan bhog in North India. Click here for the recipe.
Puri:
Puri (or poori) is a popular bread choice in India. This soft, deep-fried baguette is often paired with halwa, kheer, sabzi and more. We bring you some super simple tips that will help you make the perfect crispy, spongy muffin every time. Click here to know more.
Sookha Kala Chana:
The combination of halwa-poori wouldn’t be complete without some spicy kala chana on the side. All you need to do is soak and saute the kala chana and sauté it in a puddle of spices. Click here for the recipe.
Prepare this classic bhog plate and put together a delicious plate of bhog for the festive party. Happy Ram Navami 2022 everyone!
