A monotheistic faith founded by Guru Nanak in 15th-century Punjab, emphasizing equality, service, and devotion to one God.
Sacred Text
Guru Granth Sahib
Origin
15th century CE, Punjab
Key Teaching
One God, equality of all people, honest living, sharing with others, and meditation on God's name.
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There is One God, whose name is Truth, the Creator, without fear, without hate, timeless in form, beyond birth and death, self-existent; by the grace of the Guru, made known.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 1 (Mool Mantar)
GodEven Kings and emperors with heaps of wealth and vast dominion cannot compare with an ant filled with the love of God.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 5
devotionOne who works for God's will, O Nanak, is truly called a servant of God. One who recognizes the Lord's Light within all, does not talk of ego.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 2
humilityFirst, Allah created the Light; then, by His Creative Power, He made all mortal beings. From the One Light, the entire universe welled up. So who is good, and who is bad?
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 468
equalityIf you desire to play the game of love, then enter my street with your head on the palm of your hand. Once you set foot on this path, give your head, and do not pay attention to the opinion of others.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 1245
devotionDo not call anyone low; the Lord, the Creator, is within all. Do not offend anyone, as the Lord is within all.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 1384
equalityThose who have loved are those that have found God.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 8
loveThe world is a drama, staged in a dream. In a moment, the play is played out.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 473
impermanenceThe dawn of a new day is the herald of a sunset. Earth is not your permanent home. Life is like a shadow on a wall.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 15
deathOne who dies while living, by understanding the Lord's will, is said to be truly dead to the world and alive in the spirit.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 20
deathHe Himself forgives us, and He Himself shows mercy. He Himself is the ocean of peace.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 74
forgivenessWhere there is forgiveness, there is God Himself.
Guru Granth Sahib, p. 137
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