Wed Feb 12 12:03:44 UTC 2025: ## 648th Ravidas Jayanti to be Celebrated on February 12, 2025
**New Delhi, [Date of Publication]** – The 648th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas will be observed on February 12, 2025, coinciding with Magha Purnima. Ravidas Jayanti commemorates the life and teachings of the 14th-century saint-poet, known for his social reform work and dedication to eradicating caste discrimination.
Devotees will mark the occasion with religious rituals, devotional songs (kirtan), and processions. Guru Ravidas’s philosophy emphasized inner virtue over outward appearances and promoted social equality, as reflected in his famous quote: “ऐसा चाहूं राज मैं जहां मिले सबन को अन्न। छोट बड़ो सब सम बसे रविदास रहे प्रसन्न।” (I desire a kingdom where everyone gets food; where the small and the large live equally, and Ravidas remains happy.)
His teachings, which include the widely known proverb “मन चंगा तो कठौती में गंगा” (If the mind is pure, then even the Ganges will flow in a small pit), continue to inspire millions. Other notable quotes highlight his emphasis on inner purity and the rejection of social hierarchy based on birth.
Celebrations across the country are expected to feature prayers, discourses, and community gatherings honoring Guru Ravidas’s legacy of social justice and spiritual enlightenment. While numerous events will take place, individuals are encouraged to consult relevant sources for local celebrations and timings.
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