What is 'Surya Tilak' of Ram Lalla In Ayodhya? Know Science Behind It

The Ayodhya Ram Mandir boasts a unique celestial phenomenon known as the “surya tilak”. This remarkable occurrence graces the Ram Lalla idol every year on Ram Navami, the auspicious day of Lord Ram’s birth.

The temple’s innovative design incorporates an intricate system of mirrors and lenses. At precisely noon on Ram Navami, a single ray of sunlight converges onto the forehead of the Ram Lalla statue. This radiant “surya tilak” signifies Lord Ram’s divine solar origins and honors the Suryavansh lineage, tracing back to the sun god.

The scientific arrangement ensures that the tilak appears for approximately three to three and a half minutes, with two minutes of full illumination. The position of the sun changes annually, and the date of Ram Navami repeats every 19 years. The planned size of the tilak is 58 mm.

This celestial spectacle, rooted in both science and spirituality, adds a luminous touch to the sacred city of Ayodhya, where Lord Ram’s legacy continues to shine brightly.