Vamadeva is one of Dasharatha's royal priests, named alongside Vasishtha. He helps prepare Rama's coronation and attends the great sacrifices of Ayodhya.
RoleSage
Appears inRamayana
GroupRishis and sages
KingdomAyodhya
First appearsBala Kanda, Sarga 7
Sargas2 in the Valmiki Ramayana
Frequently asked questions
Who was Vamadeva?
A royal priest of Dasharatha's court and a Vedic seer.
What did Vamadeva do in the Ramayana?
He helped prepare Rama's coronation with Vasishtha.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Bala Kanda (sargas 1.7)
- Valmiki Ramayana, Ayodhya Kanda (sargas 2.3)
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