Sri Kanakadasa Jayanti: November 30 marks the birth anniversary of Kanakadasa, a prominent Kannada poet, musician, and saint. This day holds great significance in Kannada literature and culture. Kanakadasa has gained immense popularity in Karnataka due to his simple language and advocacy for social equality.
Kanakadasa was born in 1509 in the village of Baada in Siggaavi taluk of Haveri district. His original name was Thimmappa Nayaka. His father, Beerappa Nayaka, was a chieftain. Kanakadasa was interested in religious and cultural activities from his childhood. He studied Vedas, Upanishads, and Puranas.
At the age of 25, Kanakadasa developed devotion to Krishna. He dedicated his life to the service of devotion. He composed stories of Krishna and devotional songs. His keerthanas were composed in simple language, making them understandable to people from all walks of life.
Kanakadasa promoted equality in society through his poems. He opposed discrimination based on caste, religion, and gender. His works mark a significant milestone in the cultural history of India.
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Kanakadasa Jayanti is celebrated as a public holiday in Karnataka. On this day, speeches, keerthanas, and plays dedicated to Kanakadasa are performed across Karnataka. These programs are organized to create awareness among people about Kanakadasa’s life and works.
Kanakadasa is immortal in Kannada literature and culture. His works are still popular today, and we can learn a lot from them.
