Numerology behind saying “Ram Ram” twice – 108 the sacred number

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The greeting “Ram Ram” carries deep vibrational, cultural, and spiritual significance. People often wonder why the name is repeated twice. One beautiful explanation comes from the world of numerology, where Ram = 54 and saying it twice, Ram Ram = 108, connects directly to one of the most sacred numbers in Indian spirituality.


Ram = 54: A Sacred Number Hidden in a Name
In traditional numerology based on the English alphabet values (A = 1, B = 2, … Z = 26), when you assign numbers to the letters of the word RAM, you get:

R = 18

A = 1

M = 13

Add them together: 18 + 1 + 13 = 32

But in Chaldean or Vedic numerology, which uses sound vibration and ancient scripts like Sanskrit, the vibrational value of “Ram” is often aligned with 54. This number represents half of 108, a number deeply rooted in sacred practices.

Why say it twice? Ram Ram = 54 + 54 = 108

When we say “Ram Ram”, the repetition doubles the energy. In numerological terms:
54 + 54 = 108 — a number considered holy, complete, and cosmic in almost all Indian spiritual systems.

The number 108 is found across traditions:

There are 108 beads in a japa mala (prayer rosary).

The Upanishads are traditionally counted as 108.

There are 108 energy lines (nadis) that converge in the heart chakra according to yogic belief.

The Sun’s diameter is about 108 times that of Earth.

So, when someone says “Ram Ram”, they aren’t just greeting you—they’re unknowingly invoking divine energy and spiritual wholeness. It's like offering a complete vibration of peace, protection, and sacredness in two simple words.

More Than Just a Greeting
The repetition of the name “Ram” also carries deep emotional meaning. In Indian culture, repetition enhances devotion. Saying "Ram" once is powerful, but saying it twice invites fullness, balance, and divine rhythm into the space.

Even in bhakti traditions, devotees chant names like “Ram Ram” or “Hari Ram” repeatedly, understanding that each utterance clears the mind and heart. Repetition is not redundancy—it's a path to resonance.


The beauty of “Ram Ram” lies not just in its spiritual sweetness, but in its numerical depth. Saying it twice—whether intentionally or instinctively—completes a sacred cycle. 54 + 54 = 108 isn’t just math; it’s a reminder that every word, every sound, and every vibration carries energy. And when that energy is aligned with ancient truth, even a greeting becomes a prayer.