SANT MIRABAI JANMOTSAV” – CELEBRATING THE 525TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY
Why in the News?
- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will partake in Sant Mirabai Janmotsav‘ which is set to commemorate the 525th Birth Anniversary of Sant Mirabai on 23rd November, 2023
Highlights
- The Prime Minister will also attend a cultural program involving the release of a special commemorative stamp and coin dedicated to Sant Mira Bai.
| Mirabai: The Bhakti Reformer and Poetess Mirabai, a prominent Bhakti reformer, hails from the royal Rajput family of Kudki, Rajasthan, and matures in Merta. As the spouse of Rana Bhojraj, a Rajasthan royal, her life unfolds with profound contributions:· Pioneering Bhakti Movement: Revered as the most popular Bhakti reformer. Mirabai introduces the Giridhara Gopala cult of Brindavan and Pioneers Bhajan in the Bhakti movement.· Linguistic Legacy: Composing her bhajans in the language of Braj Bhasha, Mirabai’s poetic expressions embrace the essence of devotion.· Cultural Presence: Around 1600 CE, her mention in Bhaktamal solidifies her status in Bhakti culture, narrating tales of her devotion to Krishna and struggles with in-laws.· Varied Folklore: The folklore surrounding Mirabai presents a myriad of contradictory tales, each contributing to her mystique and revered legacy.· Literary Contributions: Though credited with millions of devotional hymns, scholarly scrutiny reveals authenticity in only a few hundred, primarily transcribed in the 18th century.· Poetic Style: Mirabai’s lyrical padas in Rajasthani, presented in works like Raag Govind and Meera Ki Malhar, reflect her poetic brilliance.· Sikhism Influence: Her poetry finds a place in Sikhism’s Prem Ambodh Pothi, attributed to Guru Gobind Singh, showcasing her universal impact.· Multilingual Composition: Written in Braj Bhasa and Rajasthani, Mirabai’s linguistic richness adds depth to her spiritual expression, leaving an indelible mark on India’s cultural tapestry. |