Devotional hymns are parts of a rich fabric of culture that form an integral part of growing up years. An earlier generation of children would learn prayers recited in families as a part of daily rituals. In many urban homes today, daily prayers as a whole family is a practice now reserved for special occasions. Books such as My First Prayer to Lord Ram- a translation of Tulsidas’ prayer may well play a role in introducing some of these hymns to children.  READ MORE