The spiritual landscape of the Indian subcontinent was profoundly transformed between the 7th and 17th centuries by the Bhakti movement, a magnificent socio-religious revolution that radically decentralised spiritual realisation. Originating in South…
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Guru Nanak: The enlightened householder-farmer
Guru Nanak embodied the Sikh ideal of a householder-farmer, living a balanced life of spiritual enlightenment, family duties, and honest labour through kirat karni —earning a living ethically while serving others. His story…
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Sikhism: Rich in philosophy, customs and traditions
Divine unity is realised not through rigid rituals, but through active, selfless service to humanity. Founded by Guru Nanak in the 15th century, Sikhism rejects social hierarchies to champion universal equality. Its…
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When Guru Nanak visited Haridwar
Haridwar is one of the Hindu pilgrimage centres situated on the banks of River Ganges. As the sun comes out in the morning, people get down into the river and start throwing…
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From Guru Nanak’s life
Once Guru Nanak was on a visit to Banaras with his disciples. As the night approached, he reached a village and decided to spend the night there. The people of the village…