The Ramcharitmanas is a 16th-century epic poem written by the poet-saint Tulsidas. It narrates the life and adventures of Lord Rama, an incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu, focusing on his quest to rescue his wife, Sita, from the demon king Ravana. The text is composed in the Awadhi dialect of Hindi and is divided into seven books, known as Kands. This work is highly revered in Hinduism and is considered a spiritual guide, emphasizing values such as duty, devotion, and righteousness. The Ramcharitmanas is often recited in homes and temples, and its stories have inspired various forms of art, dance, and drama throughout Indian culture.