Sunday, June 27, 2010

613th birth anniversary of Kabir celebrated

More than 2,000 Kabirpanthis, followers of 15th century devotional poet Kabir Das, gathered here Saturday to celebrate his 613th birth anniversary or 'praktyotsava (appearance in human form)' of the saint.

The one-day event at the Soor Sadan auditorium here included a satsang and recital of his 'dohe (couplets)' to the accompaniment of Kabiri musical instruments like 'Khanjri', 'dholak', 'chimta', 'manjeera', 'jhanjh', 'harmonium' and 'tamboora'.

According to Rajendra Prasad, president of the organising committee, the followers of Kabir are both Hindus and Muslims and follow different life-styles and traditions.

'Kabir criticised the dogmatic follies associated with religions, hitting out against kings and caste leaders of his time,' Prasad said.

Kabir's 'dohe' have survived as traditional wisdom for more than 500 years, producing music in countless local dialects and regional styles, he said.

Full report here Sify

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