The Father of Ramayana
History of Sergio Ferreira - Maranhao, Brasil
Valmiki Jayanti is a Hindu celebration dedicated to Valmiki, the author of the epic Ramayana and considered the first poet in Sanskrit literature. Celebrated on the Purnima (full moon) day of the month of Kartik, usually between October and November, the day honors his literary and spiritual contributions. Festivities include recitations of the Ramayana, prayers and worship in temples, as well as kirtans and lectures on Valmiki's teachings. The day also serves as an opportunity to reflect on the epic's values, such as virtue and duty, promoting the importance of literature and culture in the Hindu tradition.