Valmiki
human_specialist Hindu single tradition · 2
Valmiki is the revered sage and poet traditionally credited with composing the Ramayana. He is considered the first poet in Sanskrit literature and a pivotal figure in preserving Hindu mythology.
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When
- First attested
- 500 BCE
- Attested period
- -500 – 2020
- Historical notes
- Valmiki used ancient mythological elements in his composition of the Ramayana.
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Dharma Protectors, Rama, Bali, Namuci
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (2)
Source passages
“The ancient sage Valmiki used these morphemes in his Ramayana similes as in sections 3.27, 3.59, 3.73, 5.19 and 29.28.”
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“such as the Balmiki sect that reveres Valmiki.”
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