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In the folk faith of Rajasthan, the name of Baba Ramdevji is taken with great reverence and faith. He is considered among the major folk deities of Rajasthan. His Samadhi Sthal situated at Ramdevra (Runicha) in Jaisalmer district attracts a large number of devotees every year. Baba Ramdevji is especially associated with the spirit of social equality, human service and devotion.

Birth of Baba Ramdevji

According to folk beliefs, Baba Ramdevji was born in the 15th century in Runicha village of Pokaran region of Rajasthan. His father's name is said to be Ajmalji Tanwar and mother's name is Mainade. It is believed that religious predictions were already prevalent regarding his birth. Devotees also consider him as an incarnation of Lord Krishna, although this is a belief of religious and folk tradition.

Miracles started appearing since childhood

In folk tales, many miracles are mentioned about Baba Ramdevji since his childhood. It is said that he opposed caste and class discrimination and gave the message of treating all people as equal. Many stories of helping the poor, needy and deprived people are told in the folklore to his life.

Famous story to five peers

One of the most famous folktales to the history of Baba Ramdevji is the story of the five Peers. According to popular belief, five Pirs came to Rajasthan from Arabia to test the spiritual power of Baba Ramdevji. It is said that Baba Ramdevji demonstrated his power and expressed respect towards him. After this, all the five Pirs were impressed by him and honored him with the name of “Ramsa Pir”. This story is mainly prevalent in folk faith and religious traditions.

Message given against casteism

Baba Ramdevji is considered a symbol of social harmony in Rajasthan. The central idea of ​​his messages was that all human beings are equal in the eyes of God. He opposed the discrimination and inequality present in the society. For this reason, reverence for him is seen in various communities. Even today in the rural areas of Rajasthan, Baba Ramdevji's bhajans and folk songs convey his teachings and life stories to the people.

Ramdevra became the main center of faith

Baba Ramdevji devoted his life to human service and public welfare. According to folk tradition, he took Samadhi at Ramdevra. Today the temple and Samadhi site situated here is known as Ramdevra Temple. Every year a huge fair is organized here, in which apart from Rajasthan, devotees also come from Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and other parts of the country.

Importance of Ramdevra Fair

Ramdevra fair is included in the major religious fairs of Rajasthan. Lakhs of devotees reach this fair organized in the month of Bhadrapada on foot. Devotees visit the Samadhi of Baba Ramdevji, hoist the flag and sing hymns and kirtans. Many devotees also travel on foot from far away places to Ramdevra.

Faith in both Hindu and Muslim communities

The most special identity of Baba Ramdevji is that he is remembered with reverence in different communities. Hindu devotees consider him as Baba Ramdevji and many Muslim devotees consider him as Ramsa Pir. In this way, his folk tradition is considered a unique example of communal harmony and social harmony of Rajasthan.

Baba Ramdevji's legacy

The history of Baba Ramdevji is not limited to miracles and religious stories only. Values ​​like equality, service, humanity and devotion have got a special place in his folklore. Even today, hymns in his name resonate in the villages of Rajasthan and long queues of devotees are seen in Ramdevra. Baba Ramdevji is such a folk deity in the folk faith of Rajasthan, whose biggest legacy is considered to be the message of humanity and equality more than any miracle.