Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2025: Know Who Was Guru Ravidas, Why Is This Day Celebrated, And More

Guru Ravidas Jayanti celebrates the birth of Guru Ravidas, a revered saint and poet. The day honours his teachings of equality, love, and devotion, inspiring millions to follow his spiritual path.

Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2025

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Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2025: Many great saints were born on the land of India, including Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Ji. Guru Ravidas Ji was a revered 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.

Why Is Ravidas Jayanti Celebrated?

Every year, on the day of Maghi Purnima, Guru Ravidas Ji's birthday is celebrated as Guru Ravidas Jayanti, honouring his contributions in enriching people's lives through his teachings and guidance. This year, Guru Ravidas Jayanti falls on February 12. Let's explore the history and significance of Guru Ravidas Ji's birth anniversary.

Ravidas Jayanti 2025 Timings 

The occasion of Ravidas Jayanti will be observed on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, with favourable timings, as per Drik Panchang. The Purnima Tithi will begin on February 12, 2025, at 6:55 PM and conclude on February 12, 2025, at 7:22 PM.

Ravidas Jayanti 2025 History

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.

There are several interpretations regarding the exact birth date of Guru Ravidas Ji. However, one popular couplet suggests: 

"Chaudas so taisee ki Magh sudhi pandraas.

Dukhiyon ke kalyan hit pragate Shri Guru Ravidas,"

Meaning: Guru Ravidas was born on the full moon of Magh month, on a Sunday, in 1433 CE. This year, Guru Ravidas Jayanti is being celebrated on Maghi Purnima, February 12, 2024.

Sant 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 profound impact on the Ravidasia community, advocating for equality among all individuals, regardless of caste, religion, or gender.

Ravidas Jayanti 2025 Significance

Every year, Guru Ravidas Jayanti is celebrated on the full moon day of Magha month in honour of Sant Ravidas Ji. This day holds significant annual importance for the Ravidasia community. On this special occasion, people from various countries visit India to participate in the celebrations. 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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