Kabirdas Jayanti
Every year on the day of Jyeshtha Shukla Purnima, Sant Kabir Das Jayanti is celebrated across the country with devotion. This year, this date falls on 22-6-2024. Let's find out how you can make this special day meaningful and spread Kabir's messages in society.
Remember Kabir's Life and Teachings
Kabir Das Ji's life symbolizes simplicity and truthfulness. He was born into a weaver's family without affiliation to any specific religion. Since childhood, Kabir had a spiritual curiosity and was fortunate to become a disciple of Sant Ramananda. He embraced the essence of both Hinduism and Islam, and through his couplets, he criticized social evils, hypocrisy, and discrimination. On this Jayanti, you can read about Kabir's life story or recite his couplets.
Organize Bhajan-Kirtan and Satsang
Kabir Das Ji advocated the path of devotion and love to attain God. His bhajans carry messages of love, goodwill, and humanity. You can organize bhajan-kirtan at your home or neighborhood on this day. This will not only create a devotional atmosphere but also allow you to share Kabir's thoughts collectively. Additionally, you can organize satsangs based on Kabir's life and compositions.
Resolve to Spread Harmony in Society
In his teachings, Kabir Das Ji always emphasized love, tolerance, and brotherhood. He denounced casteism and distinctions of high and low. On this Jayanti, you can resolve to spread harmony in society. Approach people around you with love and respect. Help the poor and needy. This will be a true tribute to Kabir.
Teach Children Kabir's Couplets
Kabir's couplets are imbued with profound meanings in simple language. Teaching these couplets to children will instill in them the values of becoming a true human being from an early age. You can organize poetry recitals or speech competitions on Kabir's couplets in schools or your locality. Focus on topics related to Kabir's couplets. This will cultivate interest among children in Kabir's thoughts.
Kabir Das Jayanti is not just a festival but an opportunity to adopt his ideals. Let's come together to spread Kabir's messages to every household and build a strong and harmonious society.
