Sevabhaya and his companion Dharmasoth were Taking bath in the river. Gold chain worn by Dharmasoth was lost in the river. Sevabhaya prayed Sri Jagadamba and by her grace they retrieved the gold chain (Harilal Pawar). Another incident is mentiond in the Penaganga ghats. Sevabhaya, accompanied by Dharmasoth and Ramachandra were travelling in the area….
During this period of their journey, a conference of Banjara was held in Bahadur Banda Fort. In the conference many leaders of Banajaras, including Nanusad Kheralia from Karnataka, Verasi Viswanath Naik, Bhav Singh Naik from Maharashtra (Bavan Banda), Shamu Sad from Telangan (AP) who was Sri Balaji’s devotee and the leaders spoke in the conference….
It is mentioned that from Nasik, Sevabhaya and his group went to North India for trade. According to many authors Sevabhaya and his group did not go to North India. In fact Sevabhaya and his group never crossed Vindhya Mountain Ranges. Further, I would like to mention that I have attended many conferences, of banjaras…
But the people of Ruigad would not listen. Then, the assembled people of the Samaj came to a compromise. Who ever lifts the doli of body of Sevabhaya may take the body to their place and perform the last rites. First, Ruigad people tried to lift the doli but they were not able to lift…
Miracles of Santh Sri Sevalal Maharaj: Banjaras believe that Santh Sri Sevalal Maharaj is a pawan purusha (man of miracles), saviour, social worker. When banjara society was in difficult position and under pressure from British Sevabhaya through his teachings awakened the banjara society and united them and protected them and ended his life. Miracles are…
Contribution of Sant Sri Sevalal Maharaj to Banjara Community: Banjaras believe that Santh Sri Sevabhaya was a social reformer. He also had divine powers. They respect and worship him. These are evident by their oral stories, songs and dances. He set an example by becoming a tee-totaler and pure vegetarian, there by showing kindness to…
ANCIENT HISTORY OF GOR BANJARAS Written by: Prof. MOTIRAJ RATHOD (Aurangabad, Maharashtra) Gor Banjaras and the Indus Culture Gor is one of the ancient vamshas in the world. Its history dates back to 5-6 thousand years. The references about Gor Vamsha are found in Greek civilization up to Harappa and Mohenjodaro. Even proof has been…
Clothing The male’s outfit includes Dhoti, Barabundi (Shirt & Coat), Uparana and a Turban. The style of clothing of Banjara women is quite different and attractive. They normally wear a ghaghra (stretching up to knees), which is hand-woven, and a blouse. A cloth covers the head. This pattern is in practice since thousands of years…
History of Gor Culture through monuments Sir Marshall has written a big treatise on the Indus civilization. The history of Gor culture is hidden in this book and it needs to be carefully found out. The pond measuring 31 x 23 x 8 feet found near Mohenjodaro is not a bathing place but a lake…
Origin: Afghanistan The kingdom of Gorvamshiya groups was extended up to Kabul Gajni’s mountainous region in North-South of Hirat for many years before Christ. Hence the mountain ranges in the region are known as Gor region even today. Gorvamshiya tribals still live in this region. The costumes of women here also like the Banjara women….
