TONGARI Washable Marble Ram Darbar Statue (5-6-inch, Multicolour)

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The earliest of the Rama-tankas may have been actual coins (not token coins or medals). The coins issued by the 12th century Chahamana king Vigraharaja IV can be considered as a precursor of the later Ramatankas. [1] The earliest extant mention of the Rama-tankas can be found in the Dravya-Pariksha (1318) of Thakkar Pheru, a mint-master of the Delhi Sultanate. Pheru describes the gold coins known as Sita-Rami. [2] Beyond art, the Ram Darbar iconography influences rituals and celebrations. In Hindu temples and households, idols or calendars displaying the Ram Darbar provide the focus for puja rituals. At SitaRamaSwamy.com you can see an image of a genuine Ram Tanka minted in brass or gold. Comparing the coin from requester Shailender (in our main image at the upper left) with the coin from Sita Rama Swamy, you can see several differences. This leads to the important topic of authenticating these tokens. Initially, the statues of Lord Vitthal and Goddess Rukmini were on top in the ‘most participated auctions’ category on the bidding portal. However, by 5 pm on Monday, the Ram Darbar — ensemble of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman — got the maximum bids, with 102 bidders showing interest in buying the souvenir. The highest price quoted was Rs 2.35 lakh against the base price of Rs 55,100. The Ram Darbar statue was gifted by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during Deepotsav in Ayodhya last year.

NEW DELHI: With the fifth edition of online auction of the mementos that were gifted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi inching towards its finale, a wooden sculpture depicting Ram Darbar, a pair of statues of Lord Laxmi Narayan Vitthal and Goddess Rukmini, and a souvenir of Jerusalem city made of silver have emerged as the most coveted articles. Ram Darbar stands for lord Rama’s divine virtue of dharma, justice and loyalty. The life story of lord Rama impacts millions of devotees in the form of moral, ethical and spiritual values. People commemorate and celebrate the birth of lord Rama through Ram Navami. During this festival, people visit temples, decorate their houses, conduct prayers, and participate in processions where lord Rama, Sita, Hanuman and Lakshman are present. A popular silver token, found at Ayodhya and other pilgrimage centres of north India, features images of Rama and Lakshmana with a legend on the obverse, and depicts Rama's coronation on the reverse side. [5] On the obverse, Rama and Lakshmana are depicted wearing a dhoti, both wearing crowns, and holding a bow on their left arms. Rama is shown with a trident in his right hand. The legend surrounding them reads Rāma Lachamana Jānaka java(ya)ta Hanamānaka ("Victorious are Rama, Lakshmana, Sita, and Hanuman"). The tokens also bear a date that reads 17 śana 40, which probably means Vikrama Samvat year 1740, that is, 1683 CE. On the reverse, Rama and Sita are shown on a throne, under a chhatra. They are flanked by Lakshmana on right, Bharata and Shatrughna at the left, and Hanuman at bottom. [6] A variant of this token shows tridents in the right hands of both Rama and Lakshmana, and bears the date 517-40, which may refer to the year 51740 of a fictitious calendar era. [7]A series of gold Rama-tankas, originating in the Vijayanagara Empire, feature the scene of Rama's coronation. These coins are now used as objects of worship in the modern Indian homes. [4] In North India the legends on the token are commonly in Hindi, written in the Devanagari script, and commonly reads 'Rama Lachhamana Janaki' or 'Rama Lakshaman janaki' and 'Jai bala Hanamanaka' or 'Jai bolo Hanuman ki.' The legends may also be found in Punjabi, written in the Gurumukhi script; in Bengali, written in the Bangla script; in Kannada, written in the Kannada script, or in Sanskrit, written in the Devanagari script. Symbol of Virtue: Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Ram Darbar art represents the values of dharma, duty, and righteousness that Lord Rama epitomizes. Having such a piece in your home serves as a daily reminder of these virtues. A day after PM Modi sought to refer to the Congress’ “humiliation” of former Union minister Rajesh Pilot in a bid to appeal to the state’s Gurjar voters, Shah attempted to play up the rivalry between Gehlot and Rajesh Pilot’s son Sachin Pilot, the former deputy CM.

MacBook Pro 13.3" Retina, MacBook Air 13" Retina, MacBook Air 13.3"(2020, M1): 2560x1600 Dual monitor: Elegance in Craftsmanship: Lord Rama statues, crafted with meticulous attention to detail, exude elegance and grace. Artisans work tirelessly to ensure that every feature, from the expressions to the attire, captures the true essence of the characters.Regional adaptations add local flavor e.g., dressing the figures in local costume. But they retain symbolic core, highlighting the common essence behind the diverse representations. 3. Are there any lesser-known elements within the iconography of Ram Darbar that hold special meaning? I have been asking the Congress a question for a long time, but it never answered. What did you do for Rajasthan when your government was at the Centre. From 2004 to 2014, the Congress government gave Rajasthan Rs 2 lakh crore,” he said. According to the auction portal https://pmmementos.gov.in, 93 people have bid to grab the statues of Lord Laxmi Narayan Vitthal and Goddess Rukmini. The highest quoted price was Rs 28,000 while the base price was Rs 7,000. The Jerusalem souvenir with a base price of Rs 3,300 has invited 92 offers with the highest bid being Rs 54,300. The month-long auction was launched on October 2 and was extended till November 15.googletag.cmd.push(function() {googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-8052921-2'); }); Many households of Hindus save space for the idols of Ram Darbar for daily worship. Placing Ram Darbar in a house is a way to honour and respect the desire of lord Rama to stand for righteousness.

The two other most sought after souvenirs was a sword with a lion-headed hilt, floral-leaf motifs, and red velvet sheath, as well as dotted sculpture of Cheetah. Both have got 74 proposals. The reserved price for the sword from Sirohi was Rs 7,000 and the highest price quoted so far for this is Rs 28,200. The metallic cheetah in motion has got a maximum bid of Rs 22,000 against the base price of Rs 1,200. With an unfluctuating loyalty and devotion, Lakshmana is the younger brother of lord Rama. Being a strong person in Ramayana, he committed his life to offering service to his elder brother Rama. The table below gives our approximation of value in US dollars for the various forms of this interesting piece. The values in our table are very approximate and represent retail prices a coin collector might pay for a problem-free coin without scratches, stains, cleanings, or other damage. Not shown in the table is any sentimental or religious value, which can be substantial. These are prices a buyer would expect to pay. If you have a tanka to sell to a dealer, he or she would pay wholesale price, which is significantly lower, usually about one-half of retail Contemporary artists continue to reimagine the Ram Darbar iconography in new mediums and styles that resonate with modern sensibilities while retaining symbolic meaning. Goddess Sita is at his side or on his lap, representing devotion and purity. Lord Rama’s brother Lakshmana kneels before him on one side in a posture of service. On the other side Hanuman kneels, embodying humility and complete devotion to Rama.

The wall-hung Ram Darbar Idol was crafted by artisans in India. The idol depicts Lord Sri Ram, Goddess Sita, Hanuman Ji, and Lord Lakshman. It symbolizes the bond between the four members of a family, and is extremely auspicious. The devotion and love this idol brings will benefit the entire family. Not only will the wall-hanging Ram Darbar represent the divine presence, but it will also enhance self-confidence and provide the guiding light needed to lead a fulfilling and happy life. Mata Sita The story of lord Rama and Sita is a significant theme of Ramayana. During his early life, he was exiled for fourteen years away from Ayodhya. The fourteen years of exile was the age of crucial challenges, including battles with demons. Lord Rama succeeded in breaking the divine bow of lord Shiva to marry Sita, the incarnation of goddess Lakshmi. Sita was kidnapped by demon king Ravana, which led to a battle and defeat of Ravana. Sita’s posture pressed close to Rama represents dependence and loyalty. Lakshmana’s kneeling pose signals duty and servitude. Hanuman kneeling before both Rama and Sita conveys surrender and devotion to the divine couple. The Ram Darbar is an important Hindu icon and can be found in many homes, but what is its meaning? The statue of Lord Rama, his consort Sita, and her brothers Hanuman and Laxman are highly symbolic of devotion, love, and friendship. It symbolizes a home where each member of the family is loved and cared for. In our home, we should have a Ram Darbar statue in our home, so that we can remind ourselves of the great devotion and love that these men have shown to one another and to us as individuals. Lord Rama