Ram Navami is not celebrated twice; it is observed annually, typically on the ninth day of the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra. This auspicious day marks the birth anniversary of Lord Rama, who is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
The confusion regarding a "twice a year" celebration often stems from the larger festival of Navratri, which is indeed celebrated biannually. While Ram Navami is a specific observance that falls within Chaitra Navratri, Navratri itself occurs two prominent times each year:
- Chaitra Navratri: Occurs during the Hindu lunar month of Chaitra, which, according to the Gregorian calendar, coincides with the arrival of spring. This period is a time of rejuvenation and renewal, symbolizing new beginnings, and culminates with Ram Navami on its ninth day.
- Sharad Navratri: The other significant Navratri celebration, typically observed around autumn.
Therefore, while the broader festival of Navratri is celebrated twice, Ram Navami, commemorating the birth of Lord Rama, is a singular annual observance that takes place specifically during Chaitra Navratri.
