Guru Nanak Dev Ji, born in 1469, is honored as the originator of Sikhism and the first Guru among the ten Sikh Gurus. He was a spiritual guide, philosopher, and poet whose teachings focused on equality, selfless service, and devotion to one supreme God. He openly rejected the caste system and all forms of discrimination, teaching that every human being is equal and can connect with the Divine through truthful actions, honest work, and sharing with others.
Founder of Sikhism:
He established the Sikh religion and became its first Guru.
Birth and Death:
Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born on April 15, 1469, in Rai Bhoi Ki Talwandi (today known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan) and passed away on September 22, 1539, in Kartarpur, Pakistan.
Birth and Death:
Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born on April 15, 1469, in Rai Bhoi Ki Talwandi (today known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan) and passed away on September 22, 1539, in Kartarpur, Pakistan.
Core Teachings:
His message is rooted in belief in one God (Ek Omkar) and the equality of all humanity.
Travels:
Guru Nanak Dev Ji undertook long spiritual journeys known as Udasis, traveling across India, Tibet, and parts of the Middle East to spread his teachings of unity, peace, and equality.
Three Pillars of Sikhism:
He introduced three guiding principles for Sikhs:
- Naam Japna: Remembering and meditating on God’s name.
- Kirat Karni: Living truthfully and earning through honest means.
- Vand Chakna: Sharing what one has with others, especially those in need.
Travels:
Guru Nanak Dev Ji undertook long spiritual journeys known as Udasis, traveling across India, Tibet, and parts of the Middle East to spread his teachings of unity, peace, and equality.
Legacy:
His hymns and teachings were later included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism.
