Rama Suprabhatam
రామ సుప్రభాతం
Composed by Composed by various devotee-poets across centuries; popularized through Bhadrachalam Sri Rama temple tradition
Specifically dedicated to Lord Rama. Used at Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Temple (Telangana, on the Godavari) and Ayodhya. Popular among devotees of the Rama tradition (Tulsidas school, Ramanandi sampradaya).
Opening Verse (Sanskrit)
कौसल्या सुप्रजा राम पूर्वा सन्ध्या प्रवर्तते । उत्तिष्ठ नरशार्दूल कर्तव्यं दैवमाह्निकम् ॥
Transliteration (IAST)
Kausalyā suprajā Rāma pūrvā sandhyā pravartate / Uttiṣṭha narashārdūla kartavyaṃ daivam āhnikam
English Translation
O Rama, son of Kausalya, the eastern dawn is breaking. Arise, O best among men, your divine morning duties await. (Original Valmiki Ramayana verse — also opens the Venkateswara Suprabhatam.)
Structure & Sections
- Opening Kausalya Suprajaa verse
- Verses describing Rama's form, his bow, his devotion to Sita
- References to Hanuman, Lakshmana, Bharata, Shatrughna
- Closing mangala for all devotees of Rama
Daily Use & Tradition
Recited at Bhadrachalam temple at 4:00 AM. Used by families during Sri Rama Navami (April), Ramanavami fortnight, and Hanuman Jayanti.
Benefits
Cultivates Rama bhakti; protection from negative thoughts; family harmony; suitable for those undergoing astrological transits.
Best Time to Recite/Listen
4:00-6:00 AM. Recite before Hanuman Chalisa for combined Rama-Hanuman morning practice.
Audio Recording
Bhadrachalam temple recording; M.S. Rama Rao's "Sundarakanda" recordings include Rama Suprabhatam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rama Suprabhatam?
Specifically dedicated to Lord Rama. Used at Bhadrachalam Sri Rama Temple (Telangana, on the Godavari) and Ayodhya. Popular among devotees of the Rama tradition (Tulsidas school, Ramanandi sampradaya).
When should I recite Rama Suprabhatam?
4:00-6:00 AM. Recite before Hanuman Chalisa for combined Rama-Hanuman morning practice.
Who composed the Rama Suprabhatam?
Composed by various devotee-poets across centuries; popularized through Bhadrachalam Sri Rama temple tradition
What are the benefits of listening to Rama Suprabhatam?
Cultivates Rama bhakti; protection from negative thoughts; family harmony; suitable for those undergoing astrological transits.
What is the most famous recording of Rama Suprabhatam?
Bhadrachalam temple recording; M.S. Rama Rao's "Sundarakanda" recordings include Rama Suprabhatam.