The birth of Guru Ravidas is celebrated as Ravidas Jayanti. Saint Ravidas was a great 15th century saint, philosopher, poet, social reformer and follower of God in India. He was a shining leader and eminent figure in the Nirguna Sampradaya i.e. saint tradition and used to lead the North Indian Bhakti movement. Sant Ravidas gave a variety of spiritual and social messages through his great poetry writings for his infinite love for Bhagwan and for the improvement of his fans, followers, community and social people.
How to celebrate Sant Ravidas Jayanti?
Guru Ravidas is revered for his works against casteism and spirituality. He was a spiritual person. On this day his followers bathe in the holy rivers. Then, they take inspiration from their Guru Ravidas ji by remembering the great events and miracles associated with his life. His devotees visit his place of birth and celebrate his birthday on Ravidas Jayanti.
Ravidas ji is also known with the names of Guru Ravidas, Sant Ravidas, Bhakta Ravidas, Raidas, Rohidas and Ruhidas. He happened in the fifteenth century. He was a social reformer, humanist, religious human, thinker and great poet. His relation was with the Chamar caste in the world. 40 of his words are recorded in Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Apart from this, his composition is also found. His work emphasizes the goodness of man while conveying the message of love with God, Guru, the universe and nature. He was a contemporary of Sant Kabir.
The birth anniversary or birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas is celebrated every year on Magha Purnima on the full moon day of the month of Magha with joy and great enthusiasm all over India. Whereas; People in Varanasi celebrate it as a festival. People still listen to the songs and words of Ravidas ji on his birthday. Ravidas ji is most famous and revered in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Maharashtra.
Ravidas Jayanti in North India and Lalita Jayanti festivals are celebrated on Magh Shukla Purnima Tithi.
Related Name | Guru Ravidas Jayanti, Sant Ravidas Jayanti |
Begins Tithi | Magh Shukla Purnima |
Ravidas Jayanti
Updated: Sep 27, 2024 17:38 PM