Valmiki Jayanti

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People of all India pay rich tributes to the revered Maharishi Valmiki on the occasion of his birth anniversary

 

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Valmiki claims the distinction of being the author of the holy epic 'Ramayana', consisting of 24,000 verses. He is also believed to be the author of Yoga Vasistha, a text that elaborates on a range of philosophical issues. Written approximately 500 years ago, it was taught to Lord Rama when He lost all the hopes in life. Read on this biography to know more about Maharishi Valmiki and his life history.

 

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Valmiki is considered to be a from of God after have committed so many crimes when he was a robber. It is the the culmination of penance of many years that gave him the title of Adi Kavi or the first poet. He is the example to show that it is never too late to do penance for your crime or sins.