India honours Sant Ravidas as one of its most influential saints because of his renowned devotional hymns and deep spiritual wisdom. His devotional couplets and verses established a permanent influence on the Bhakti movement by promoting devotion as well as equality and love. People both in his native land and throughout the globe continue to remember and honour the teachings he established.
Every year on Magh Purnima, according to the Hindu calendar, the religious community observes Sant Ravidas Jayanti, which commemorates the birth anniversary of this important saint. His 648th birth anniversary will be celebrated on February 12, 2025. The exceptional social and religious contributions of Sant Ravidas led the world to bestow upon him the title “Sant Shiromani” (Jewel among Saints). He established the Ravidas Panth, which now follows his religious philosophy as an organized religious community.
Historical evidence points to Sant Ravidas being born in 1377 during the Common Era period of a small village located in the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh. Multiple scholars suggest that 1399 CE stands as the correct birth year for Sant Ravidas rather than 1377 CE. Tribesmen additionally addressed him as Rohidas, while he received the name Raidas. His moral instruction centred on developing social equity as well as religious devotion and community unity, leading numerous people to follow him forever.
Several mystical stories exist regarding the process through which Sant Ravidas became a spiritual master. Historical information shows that his father forced him to leave their house at one point in his early life. He constructed a tiny shelter to live in while devoting himself to helping sages and saints until his death. He maintained his position as a cobbler with his involvement in the Bhakti movement. His profound spiritual insight, along with his noble principles, made him gain the honour of Sant Shiromani due to his growing number of devotees. Through the ages, his sacred teachings, along with his devotional compositions, inspire people to embrace love, humility, and devotion.
On his 648th birth anniversary, people honour Sant Ravidas by following his enduring teachings, which still guide humanity to practice equality alongside spiritual pursuits and unselfish action.
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