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Mark your calendars for a great day of reverence and rejoicing on Guru Ravidas Jayanti, which takes place on February 24! This special day commemorates the birth of Guru Ravidas, a celebrated poet-saint and spiritual icon of the 15th century. Known for his profound spiritual hymns and socio-economic ideas, his teachings have helped shape the ethos of an egalitarian society based on universal love and brotherhood. In singing the praises of this great mystic, we not only pay homage to his divine wisdom, but we also recommit to his message of equality and unconditional love. Let's join together on this holy day and immerse in the serenity of Guru Ravidas's teachings!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1450</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Guru Ravidas</div><div class='timeline-text'>Guru Ravidas, revered poet-saint and spiritual icon, is born in Varanasi, India.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1470s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Guru Ravidas’s Teachings Spread</div><div class='timeline-text'>Guru Ravidas begins spreading his teachings of universal love, equality and brotherhood across Northern India.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion in the Guru Granth Sahib</div><div class='timeline-text'>Forty-one hymns of Guru Ravidas are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the central religious scripture of Sikhism confirming his importance in the spiritual realm.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1600s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dissemination of Teachings</div><div class='timeline-text'>Guru Ravidas's teachings spread throughout India by disciples and followers, establishing Ravidassia religion and spiritual centers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1873</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Published Biography</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first biography of Guru Ravidas, called the Parcais, is published, propagating his life and philosophy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition as Public Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>Guru Ravidas Jayanti is acknowledged as a public holiday in several Indian states, honoring his birth and the impact of his teachings.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a book club</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family and start a book club dedicated to the teachings of Guru Ravidas. Discuss his poems and the ideas he propagated, such as equality, social justice and love for all.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participate in community service</h3><p class='facts-text'>In the spirit of Guru Ravidas's teachings of unconditional love and brotherhood, participate in community service. This could be as simple as cleaning a local park or providing food for the less fortunate.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a poetry recital</h3><p class='facts-text'>Honor Guru Ravidas's legacy as a revered poet by organizing a poetry recital. Invite friends and family to participate or listen to the recitation of his hymns and poems, imbibing the serenity of his teachings.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Teach children about Guru Ravidas</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti to educate children about his teachings. Create engaging activities like storytelling or drawing to make the learning process interactive and fun.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend a prayer meeting</h3><p class='facts-text'>Visit local temples or community centers that are organizing prayer meetings on this day. Engage in the spiritual recitation of Guru Ravidas’s poems and teachings, allowing yourself to soak in their wisdom and peace.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Guru Ravidas Jayanti is a day of spiritual wisdom and equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On Guru Ravidas Jayanti, we are reminded of the enlightened teachings and messages of equality offered by this revered saint. This powerful reminder not only inspires deeper spiritual understanding, but also encourages us to commit ourselves to creating a more egalitarian society.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Guru Ravidas Jayanti offers an opportunity for community engagement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>To honor Guru Ravidas's philosophy of love and brotherhood, many people commit themselves to acts of community service during this holiday. This commitment only strengthens the sense of unity in our communities and brings us closer to the ideal world Guru Ravidas envisioned.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Guru Ravidas Jayanti connects us to rich spiritual and poetic traditions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>As we recite the hymns and poems of Guru Ravidas, we participate in a vibrant spiritual and poetic tradition. His enlightening words resonate with timeless wisdom and serenity, providing a spiritual balm in today's fast-paced world.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Guru Ravidas: Upholder of Human Rights</h3><p class='facts-content'>Guru Ravidas was a strong proponent of human rights; he fought against untouchability, advocating for equality, and stood up for women’s rights, emphasizing their equal standing in spiritual and societal matters.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>His Eternal Faith in God</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite enduring social prejudice and hardship in his lifetime, Guru Ravidas remained steadfast in his faith, demonstrating an unwavering love for God which is evident in his serene hymns.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Famous Followers of His Teachings</h3><p class='facts-content'>The impact of Guru Ravidas's teachings were so profound that renowned spiritual figures like Meera Bai, a revered 16th-century saint, were said to be his disciples.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>His Visual Depictions Symbolize Humility</h3><p class='facts-content'>In many visual depictions, Guru Ravidas is shown to have a book (symbolizing knowledge), a rosary (representing his spiritual practices), and a water-pitcher (symbolizing his humble origin).</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Origin Location of Guru Ravidas Jayanti Celebrations</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Ravidas Jayanti celebrations originated in Varanasi (also known as Benares), the birthplace of Guru Ravidas, and over time, spread across North India, eventually becoming a worldwide event amongst followers.</p></div></div>
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