In a serene display of spirituality, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a sacred journey, taking a holy dip at the Agni teerth beach and offering prayers at the ancient Lord Ramanathaswamy temple in Rameswaram. Holding a rudraksha-mala, he immersed himself in the divine ambiance of the Shiva temple, enriching the prelude to the consecration of the Ram Temple.A glimpse into the holy ritualsPrime Minister Modi, adorned with traditional honours by priests, entered the hallowed precincts of the Ramanathaswamy shrine. This ancient Shiva temple, nestled in Tamil Nadus Rameswaram island within the Ramanathapuram district, stands not only as a testament to spirituality but also carries a profound connection to the epic Ramayana.#Watch | Prime Minister @narendramodi takes a holy dip at Ramanathaswamy temple in Rameshwaram,Tamil Nadu. PM Modi followed a 22 step purification process through 22 tirthas. pic.twitter.com/XupqGlPJJr— DD News (@DDNewslive) January 20, 2024Ramayana connection: Shivalinga installed by Lord RamThe sanctity of the Shiva temple deepens as legends tell that the Shivalinga within was installed by none other than Shri Ram himself. Lord Ram and Sita Devi are believed to have offered prayers at this divine abode. The intertwining of mythology and spirituality enriches the significance of the Ramanathaswamy temple.#WATCH | PM @narendramodi offers prayers at Sri Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameshwaram@PMOIndia #TamilNadu #Rameswaram pic.twitter.com/0vf3FuiboJ— DD News (@DDNewslive) January 20, 2024Participation in bhajansIn a display of spiritual harmony, Prime Minister Modi actively participated in Bhajans performed within the sacred confines of the shrine. This engagement with devotional music added a melodic touch to the atmosphere, resonating with the spiritual vibrations of the temple.From Sri Ranganathaswamy to RameswaramPrior to his visit to Rameswaram, Prime Minister Modi had worshipped at the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple in Tiruchirappalli district. His journey, facilitated by an Air Force chopper, was met with a rousing reception by enthusiastic BJP workers and the local populace.
