“Shri Ram CharitManas – Sachitra, Satik” (Code 1402) from Gita Press, Gorakhpur is one of the most authoritative and enriched editions of Goswami Tulsidas Ji’s divine epic. This edition includes meaningful commentary (Tika) by Pujya Hanuman Prasad Poddar Ji (‘Bhai-ji’), one of the most respected scholars and founding figures of Gita Press.

Designed for serious readers, spiritual seekers, and Ram-bhaktas, this edition presents the Ramayana in its purest form—along with simple, faithful explanations that make each Doha, Chaupai, and Kand easy to understand.

📘 Shri Ram Charit Manas (Sachitra, Satik Tika)

Gita Press, Gorakhpur – Code 1402

Hindi | Tikakaran: Pujya Hanuman Prasad Poddar Ji

The Sachitra (illustrated) format includes beautiful devotional pictures, enhancing the spiritual experience and helping the reader visualize the lilas of Bhagwan Shri Ram.

✨ Special Features of This Edition

✅ Original Awadhi text by Goswami Tulsidas Ji
✅ Satik Tika (authentic commentary) by Hanuman Prasad Poddar
✅ Sachitra (illustrated) with divine images
✅ Clear, large Devanagari print for easy paath
✅ Premium hardcover binding for long-lasting use
✅ Classic Gita Press presentation—pure, traditional, unaltered
✅ Printed in high-quality paper suitable for daily reading
✅ Ideal for paath, katha, pravachan, and in temples/ashrams

This edition is especially valued for its balanced, devotional, and easy-to-understand commentary, which preserves the depth of Tulsidas Ji’s words while making them accessible to all.

📖 About the Text – Shri Ram Charit Manas

This holy granth is divided into seven sacred kands:

1. Baal Kand – Birth & childhood of Shri Ram

2. Ayodhya Kand – Exile & Ram’s noble virtues

3. Aranya Kand – Forest life & Sita Haran

4. Kishkindha Kand – Sugriv alliance, Hanuman’s devotion

5. Sundar Kand – Hanuman’s journey to Lanka

6. Lanka Kand – War, victory over Ravana

7. Uttar Kand – Ram Rajya, teachings & conclusion

Each section is filled with unparalleled bhakti, dharma, maryada, and divine inspiration.

🕉️ About the Commentator – Hanuman Prasad Poddar (‘Bhai-ji’)

• Founder of Gita Press Gorakhpur

• Editor of the legendary monthly Kalyan

• Renowned for his clear, devotional, and non-sectarian writing style

• One of the greatest propagators of Sanatan Dharma literature

His tika (commentary) is widely respected for being:
✅ Simple & authentic
✅ Spiritually elevating
✅ Deep yet easy to understand
✅ Based on traditional viewpoints

🌿 Who Should Read This Edition

• Devotees of Shri Ram & Mata Sita

• Readers who want clear meaning along with the original verses

• Those preparing for pravachans / kathas

• Students of Hindu scriptures

• Families wishing to keep a sacred, highly authentic granth

🎁 Ideal For

✅ Daily paath
✅ Temple & ashram libraries
✅ Gifting on festivals & auspicious occasions
✅ Spiritual study groups
✅ Personal sadhana & reflection