Ram Lalla Idol Special Features: Vishnu's 10 Incarnations To 'Space' Connection; Lesser-Known Facts About Lord Ram's Idol

Ayodhya Ram Mandir:  The grand idol of Ram Lalla - the child form of the Lord Rama - was unveiled today in Ayodhya ahead of the much-awaited Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha ceremony. The 51-inch majestic idol crafted by Mysore-based master sculptor Arun Yogiraj shows a captivating portrayal of 'Bhagram Shri Ram' in the standing position, holding a golden bow and arrow. The black stone sculpture has already been placed inside the sanctum sanctorum days ahead of the consecration.

Here are some astonishing facts about the idol

The 200 kg idol, made from a single black stone, captivates with its exquisite portrayal of Lord Shri Ram as a five-year-old child. The statue, standing at a height of 4.24 feet and a width of three feet, emanates an aura of divine allure, leaving onlookers in awe.

PM to apply 'Kajal' in Lord Ram's eyes

Currently, the eyes of the idol are veiled with cloth. Prime Minister Modi will unveil the eyes of Ram Lalla's idol on the day of the momentous Pran Pratistha ceremony scheduled for January 22. He will then apply 'Kajal' to the eyes of the lord with a gold needle. Following this, a mirror will be presented to Ramlala, marking a symbolic and sacred moment in the consecration process.

Ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu are to be depicted

What sets this idol apart is not just its visual appeal but also the intricate details carved into the black stone. Alongside the depiction of Lord Shri Ram, the idol showcases the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu – Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashuram, Ram, Krishna, Buddha, and Kalki. The divine presence is further highlighted by the inclusion of Hanuman on one side of the statue and Garuda on the other, adding to the spiritual significance of the idol.

Ram Lalla idol on the ground floor

The idol of Lord Ram would be placed on the ground floor of the temple. The idols of Lord Ram's brothers, besides Sita and Hanuman, will be placed on the first floor of the grand temple. According to the Ram Temple trust chairman Champat Rai, placing of Hanuman and Sita idols on the first floor would take another eight months.

Space connection of the idol

The size of Lord Shri Ram's statue and the height of its placement have been carefully planned with advice from respected Indian space scientists. This thoughtful design ensures that every year on Ram Navami, the ninth day of the bright phase of the Chaitra month, Lord Surya will personally bless Shri Ram. The sunlight will directly shine on his forehead at noon, creating a bright and divine spectacle.