Kevat in Hindu Mythology: Ram devotee Kewat is an important and beloved character of Ramayana. The story of his life is a beautiful example of his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama, selfless service and love beyond social bonds, which still inspires devotees today. Ram devotee Kevat i.e. this great sailor played an important role in crossing the Ganges river during exile the exile of Lord Rama, Lakshmana and Sita.Also Read: Weekly Horoscope May 2025: Weekly horoscope 12 to 18 May, know which zodiac signs will get stars with
Read here 5 inspirational things about Ram devotee Kevat, which makes him a unique and dedicated devotee …
1. Relations with Nishad caste: The Kewat was from the Nishad caste, which was a social category at the time of the river bank and running a boat. Social classification was quite harsh in that era, but his devotion to Kewat and his selfless love for Rama broke all the bonds.
2. Selfless love for Rama: When Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana came to him to cross the Ganges, the Kewat served him not only a sailor, but a true servant. Kevat’s love for Lord Rama was very selfless. He served him without any kind of profit or expectation. His sole purpose was to help Lord Rama and express his devotion to him.Also Read: Neem Karoli Baba had said a big thing about Hanuman Chalisa, why should we read regular?
3. Unique urge to cross the Ganges: When Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshmana reached the shore to cross the Ganges river, the Kewat refused to offer them to the boat without any fee. He urged a unique urge that he would first wash the feet of Lord Rama, because he had heard that the stone also becomes a woman from his feet and he did not want his boat to go as a woman, so that his means of livelihood would be taken away. This incident shows the intelligence of Kewat and his deep respect for Lord Rama.
4. Rama respects like brother: Pleased with the devotion of Kewat and the innocent love, Lord Rama gave him the same respect as a brother. While they were crossing the river, Rama addressed Kewat as ‘Sakha’ i.e. friend, which was a very big thing in the social context of that time.
5. Receipt of salvation: It is described in the Ramayana that Lord Rama provided salvation to Kewat in exchange for his selfless love and service. This incident shows that God is pleased with the spirit of devotion and love, not caste or social status. The story of Kewat gives the message that true devotion is above all kinds of discrimination and God is equally accessible to all.
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