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Guru Ravidas Jayanti

Celebrate Guru Ravidas Jayanti and honor the timeless wisdom, divine teachings and serene messages of equality left by this revered saint!

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February 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEMagha Purnima (drikpanchang dates)

OBSERVED INIndia

CATEGORYReligion

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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!

TIMELINE

Guru Ravidas Jayanti Timeline

Birth of Guru Ravidas

Guru Ravidas, revered poet-saint and spiritual icon, is born in Varanasi, India.

Guru Ravidas’s Teachings Spread

Guru Ravidas begins spreading his teachings of universal love, equality and brotherhood across Northern India.

Inclusion in the Guru Granth Sahib

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.

Dissemination of Teachings

Guru Ravidas's teachings spread throughout India by disciples and followers, establishing Ravidassia religion and spiritual centers.

First Published Biography

The first biography of Guru Ravidas, called the Parcais, is published, propagating his life and philosophy.

Recognition as Public Holiday

Guru Ravidas Jayanti is acknowledged as a public holiday in several Indian states, honoring his birth and the impact of his teachings.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Guru Ravidas Jayanti

Create a book club

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.

PARTICIPATE

Participate in community service

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.

ORGANIZE

Organize a poetry recital

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.

TEACH

Teach children about Guru Ravidas

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.

ATTEND

Attend a prayer meeting

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.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why Guru Ravidas Jayanti is Important

Guru Ravidas Jayanti connects us to rich spiritual and poetic traditions

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.

Guru Ravidas Jayanti is a day of spiritual wisdom and equality

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.

Guru Ravidas Jayanti offers an opportunity for community engagement

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.

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