Ravidas

Ravidas, a prominent 15th-century Indian poet-saint, was a key figure in the Bhakti movement, which emphasized personal devotion to God over ritualistic practices. Born in what is now Punjab, India, he championed social equality and spiritual love, often speaking against caste discrimination and promoting unity among all people. His poetry, written in Punjabi and Hindi, reflects themes of devotion, humanism, and the quest for divine connection. Ravidas is revered by many, particularly among the Dalit community, and his teachings continue to inspire movements for social justice and equality in India today.