Shri Ramcharitmanas

Shri Ramcharitmanas is one of the most revered scriptures in Hinduism, composed by the great poet-saint Tulsidas in the 16th century. It is a retelling of the Ramayana, the ancient epic that narrates the life and deeds of Lord Rama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Shri Ramcharitmanas holds a special place in the hearts of millions of devotees, offering spiritual guidance and moral teachings.

Shri Ramcharitmanas all Kands List

Shri Ramcharitmanas is written in Awadhi, a dialect of Hindi, making it accessible to the common people of northern India. The text is divided into seven “Kands” or books, each detailing different phases of Lord Rama’s life:

• Bal Kand: The childhood and early life of Lord Rama, including his education and marriage to Sita.
• Ayodhya Kand: The events leading up to Rama’s exile from Ayodhya.
• Aranya Kand: Rama’s life in the forest during his exile, including the abduction of Sita by Ravana.
• Kiskindha Kand: Rama’s alliance with Hanuman and Sugriva to rescue Sita.
• Sundar Kand: Hanuman’s journey to Lanka and his meeting with Sita.
• Lanka Kand: The battle between Rama and Ravana, leading to Ravana’s defeat.
• Uttar Kand: Rama’s return to Ayodhya and his reign as king.