The day marks the birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas Jayanti. According to Drik Panchang, it marks his 648th birth anniversary. The Purnima Tithi started at 6:55 PM on February 11 and will conclude at 7:22 PM on February 12. Guru Ravidas Ji was a saint known for his teachings of love, equality, and harmony. He spent his entire life working towards eradicating caste discrimination, promoting social reform, and dedicating himself to the welfare and upliftment of society. His teachings continue to inspire people to live a life of compassion, unity, and justice.
On the day of Maghi Purnima, every year, Guru Ravidas Ji’s birthday is celebrated as Guru Ravidas Jayanti, honouring his contributions in enriching people’s lives through his teachings and guidance. Guru Ravidas Ji is also known as Raidas, Rohidas, and Ruhidas. He was born in 1377 CE in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. According to the Hindu calendar, Guru Ravidas Ji was born on the full moon day of Magha month, which is why his birth anniversary is celebrated every year on Maghi Purnima.
Ravidas was an Indian mystic poet and saint of the Bhakti movement. He worked to abolish caste discrimination and encouraged unity among people. Guru Ravidas’s teachings have a great impact on the Ravidasia community, advocating for equality among all individuals, regardless of caste, religion, or gender. Every year, Guru Ravidas Jayanti is celebrated on the full moon day of Magha month in honour of Sant Ravidas Ji. Devotees take holy dips in sacred rivers to complete rituals and also organise kirtans and bhajans. On this day, Guru Ravidas Ji’s disciples remember events from his life and draw inspiration from them.
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