When Paduka Sat on the Throne: A Tale of Devotion and Dharma

In the grand epic of the Ramayana, there exists a story not just of kings and battles, but of unwavering love and humility.

When Lord Rama was exiled to the forest for fourteen years, his younger brother Bharata was asked to rule in his place. But Bharata, a true devotee at heart, couldn’t bring himself to sit on the throne while Rama walked the path of sacrifice.

Instead, he placed Rama’s Paduka, his wooden sandals on the royal seat of Ayodhya.

This powerful act became a symbol of devotion without desire, rule without ego, and leadership through surrender. Bharata lived not as a king, but as a caretaker of the kingdom, waiting for Rama's return, bowing to his footsteps every day.

Even today, the Paduka holds spiritual meaning as a representation of walking the path of dharma, humility, and divine connection.

Paduka: More Than Footwear, A Spiritual Legacy

For centuries, Padukas have been revered not just as sandals, but as symbols of spiritual discipline and sacred movement. From sages walking barefoot in forests to devotees placing them at altars, Padukas represent the footsteps of the divine, a reminder to tread the world with humility, purpose, and reverence.

The House of Ram: Walking in the Footsteps of Faith

At The House of Ram, we honour this sacred symbolism through our handcrafted Padukas, made using traditional materials and blessed in Ayodhya.

Each pair is more than a product,it is an invitation to walk with purpose, guided by values rooted in ancient wisdom. Whether placed at your altar, gifted in reverence, or kept as a reminder of dharma, our Padukas bring a piece of that divine legacy to your home.

Walk not just on earth, but on the path of devotion. Explore our handcrafted Paduka collection where myth meets craftsmanship.