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GURU NANAK DEV JI

FOUNDER OF SIKHISM

By- Mehar Kaur


Class-9 B
WHO WAS GURU NANAK DEV JI?
Guru Nanak (1469-1539) was the
founder of Sikhism. He was born
into a Hindu family but studied
Islam and Hinduism extensively. He
taught that there is one God, all
human races are equal, and people
should love all and hate none. He
also taught that people should
gather in congregations for prayer
and meditation, eat together
regardless of differences, work
honestly to earn a living, and share
their wealth. Guru Nanak spread
the principles of equality, purity of
life, doing away with selfishness,
courage, mercy, and condemned
lust, anger, pride and backbiting.
Early Life and Birth
1 Birth and Childhood
Guru Nanak was born in 1469 in Nankana Sahib, Pakistan.
As a child, he displayed an exceptional spiritual
awareness and inclination towards service.

2 Early Education
He excelled in his studies, mastering several languages
and religious texts. However, he was more interested in
discussing philosophy and questioning social norms.

3 Spiritual Awakening
At the age of 30, Guru Nanak experienced a divine vision
that transformed his life, leading him to dedicate himself
to the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment.
Teachings and Philosophy
Oneness of God Equality and Unity
Guru Nanak's core teaching He emphasized the
was the belief in a single, fundamental equality of all
formless, and all- people, regardless of caste,
encompassing divine entity gender, or social status, and
known as "Waheguru". the importance of unity and
community.

Devotion and Seva Interfaith Dialogue


Guru Nanak stressed the He advocated for interfaith
importance of devotion to understanding and respect,
the divine, as well as the engaging in dialogue with
practice of selfless service people of various religious
(seva) to others. and cultural backgrounds.
GURU NANAK DEV JI’S MESSAGE

• There is only one God.

• All human races are equal.

• Love everyone, hold hatred toward no one.

• Every person has the right to freely think, speak, and follow the faith of their
choice.

• Judge individuals by their actions, not by their social class or status.


GURU NANAK DEV JI’S
TEACHINGS

1.Naam Japna - Remembering God at all times, which brings


contentment, truth, humility, and virtue
2. Kirat Karna - Working and earning a livelihood through honest
means, which opposes slavery and injustice.
3. Wand Chakna - Sharing wealth, promoting equality and the
spirit of sharing with others.
The Concept of Oneness

Ik Onkar Infinite and Formless Unity in Diversity


The central tenet of Sikhism is the Guru Nanak taught that the divine is This belief in the oneness of the
belief in the "Ik Onkar" or the not limited to any specific form, divine is the foundation for
oneness of the divine, which gender, or religious tradition, but is Sikhism's emphasis on unity,
transcends all forms and infinite and all-encompassing. equality, and respect for all people.
distinctions.
Establishment of Sikhism

The Founding The Guru Lineage Core Sikh Beliefs

Guru Nanak's teachings and vision After Guru Nanak, nine more Gurus The Sikh faith emphasizes the
laid the foundation for the continued to guide and shape the importance of equality, service,
establishment of Sikhism, a Sikh community, expanding the and devotion to the divine, as
distinct and globally recognized religion's influence and principles. taught by Guru Nanak.
religion.
Legacy and Impact
Global Reach Sikhism has spread throughout
the world, with millions of
adherents in countries like India,
Canada, the United States, and
the United Kingdom.

Social Reform Guru Nanak's teachings have


inspired social and educational
reforms, promoting gender
equality, environmental
stewardship, and service to the
community.

Interfaith Dialogue Sikhs have actively engaged in


interfaith dialogues, fostering
mutual understanding and
cooperation with people of
diverse religious backgrounds.

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