Valmiki Jayanti is observed to celebrate the birthday of revered poet and scholar, Maharishi Valmiki. He is the author of the epic Indian poem, Ramayana, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. The observance is also known as Balmiki Jayanti and Pargat Diwas. Valmiki is believed to have been born on the full moon day during the month of Ashwin as per the Hindu calendar. According to the Gregorian calendar, the festival falls during the months of September-October in the Gregorian calendar. Valmiki Jayanti 2019 falls on October 13. As Valmiki Jayanti 2019 approaches, we have compiled a list of greetings which you cand send your friends and family celebrating the day. The list of messages also includes Valmiki Jayanti WhatsApp Stickers, Facebook greetings, Valmiki's quotes, SMS and GIF Images which can be used to wish 'Happy Pargat Diwas'. Valmiki Jayanti 2019 Date: Know History, Significance and Celebrations of Pragat Diwas.

Valmiki is worshipped as an avatar of God by the members of the Balmiki sect. Members of the Balmiki sect observe the day with grand celebrations. On Valmiki Jayanti Maharishi Valmiki temple located in Thiruvanmiyur, Tamil Nadu which is believed to be around 1300 years old witnesses large scale festivities. You can wish those celebrating the festival by saying 'Happy Valmiki Jayanti'.

Valmiki Jayanti 2019 Messages (Photo Credits: File Photo)

Valmiki Jayanti WhatsApp Message: "You May Gather Knowledge And Money And Prestige And Power, But If Have Missed Love Then You Have Missed The Real Door. Happy Valmiki Jayanti."

Balmiki Jayanti Quotes (Photo Credits: File Photo)

Balmiki Jayanti Facebook Greetings: "Ramayan Ke Rachaita Ko Pranam, Sanskrit Ke Adi-Kavi Ko Pranam, Valmiki Jayanti Ki Shubhkamnaye."

Valmiki Jayanti GIF

Pargat Diwas Wishes (Photo Credits: File Photo)

Valmiki Jayanti WhatsApp Message: "The life of Lord Valmiki teaches us that we are neither born as good or as bad. We are defined by our Karmas and our kindness. Best wishes on Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti."

Balmiki Jayanti Messages (Photo Credits: File Photo)

Balmiki Jayanti Facebook Greetings: "On the auspicious occasion of Pargat Diwas, let us seek blessings of Maharishi Valmiki to find the purpose of our existence and do good deeds for a beautiful tomorrow."

Valmiki Jayanti Messages (Photo Credits: File Photo)

Valmiki Jayanti WhatsApp Message: "Life is all about Karma and without Dharma, there is no importance of Karma. Always follow your Dharma when you perform your Karma for a blessed life. Happy Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti to you!"

Valmiki Jayanti WhatsApp Stickers

WhatsApp being a widely used instant messaging app, the medium is widely used to extend festival wishes and greetings. You can download Valmiki Jayanti WhatsApp Stickers for free from PlayStore.

The Valmiki Ramayana is dated between 500 BCE to 100 BCE and has 24507 chapters. The real name of Valmiki is Ratnakara. During early life, he is said to have been a highway dacoit who looted and killed people. According to Vishnudharmoltara Purana, Valmiki is a form of the Hindu God Vishnu. The first disciples to whom Maharishi Valmiki taught the Ramayan were Kush and Luv, the sons of Rama. People who desire for better understanding, knowledge and wisdom, pray to Valmiki.

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