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Bhagat Ravidas Jayanti 2021: Know the importance and how it is celebrated

Reported by:  PTC News Desk  Edited by:  Rajan Nath -- February 27th 2021 10:24 AM -- Updated: February 27th 2021 05:08 PM
Bhagat Ravidas Jayanti 2021: Know the importance and how it is celebrated

Bhagat Ravidas Jayanti 2021: Know the importance and how it is celebrated

Bhagat Ravidas Jayanti 2021 is being celebrated across the nation on Saturday. This year marks the 644th birth anniversary of the renowned saint Bhagat Ravidas Ji, known for his contribution to the Bhakti movement. Bhagat Ravidas Jayanti is celebrated especially in North India including Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab. Also Read | FACT CHECK: Has Punjab government announced lockdown in the state? Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2021 is being celebrated across nation marking the 644th birth anniversary of the renowned saint Sri Guru Ravidas Ji. Generally, it is believed that Bhagat Ravidas Ji met Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Guru, and founder of Sikhism. History  Bhagat Ravidas Ji was born in the 14th century in Seer Goverdhanpur, Uttar Pradesh. He was among those who opposed the Indian caste system via poems and teachings based on spirituality. He believed to spread the message of equality. Also Read | Indian Railways announces fare hike ‘to prevent crowding during Covid-19’ Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2021 is being celebrated across nation marking the 644th birth anniversary of the renowned saint Sri Guru Ravidas Ji. Also, he was a disciple and good friend of Kabir. Bhagat Ravidas Ji is considered as the founder of the Ravidassia religion. Bhagat Ravidas Jayanti 2021: How it is celebrated? His followers perform a special aarti and read 'Amritbani Bhagat Ravidas Ji'. Even as the devotees take a dip in the holy river on this day. As per the report, the grand celebration takes place at Sri Bhagat Ravidass Janam Asthan Mandir. Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2021 is being celebrated across nation marking the 644th birth anniversary of the renowned saint Sri Guru Ravidas Ji. Followers from across the world visit the place to celebrate the occasion. The prime feature of this day is the Nagar Kirtan. -PTC News


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