Rama

Sanskrit epic hero

Rama is a major deity in Hinduism, the seventh avatar of Vishnu and hero of the epic Ramayana.

He embodies dharma—righteous conduct and moral duty—and is worshipped as an ideal man, king, and husband.

Ram Navami celebrates his birth.

The name appears in the devotional chant Hare Rama.

Also spelled Ram.

divinity

Vishnu

Hindu deity of preservation

temple · puja · aarti · darshan · mantra · divine · sacred · deity

warfare

bow

Respectful forward inclination

warrior · bridge · siege · battle · conquest · victory · exile · forest · chariot

family

Sita

Devoted wife figure

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virtues

dharma

Cosmic moral order

truthfulness · nobility · sacrifice · exile · loyalty · devotion · obedience · integrity · chastity · fortitude

celebration

Diwali

Hindu festival of lights

festival · procession

adversaries

Bali

Indonesian resort province

allies

Nala

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Opposites
moral/dharmic character

Ramarakshasa

South Asian mythological demon

demon · villain · mortal

narrative role in ramayana

Ramaabductor

One who takes captives

antagonist

hindu sectarian contrast

RamaShiva

Hindu god of dissolution

Family

Ramayana

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