Guru Nanak's langar and legacy: Tracing the origin of the practice, what it says about his commitment to inclusion
5 years, 4 months ago

Guru Nanak's langar and legacy: Tracing the origin of the practice, what it says about his commitment to inclusion

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The practice of langar, whereby Sikh gurdwaras around the world serve free food and the poor and hungry can eat there as often as they want, emerged because of Guru Nanak’s failure as a merchant. When Nanak was a young man, his father Mehta Kalu, who was an important revenue official, was constantly anxious that his son take up a profession successfully. Mehta Kalu saw that Nanak’s companion had returned without his son and it didn’t take long for him to get the truth out of the terrified servant. 500 years later, Guru Nanak’s grand act of compassion lives on in the form of The Langar.

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Guru Shiksha 2025 concludes on a high note
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Guru Shiksha 2025 concludes on a high note

The Hindu  

The Guru Nanak Educational Society, in association with the Guru Nanak Centre for Consultancy and Outreach Initiatives, organised the 9th edition of Guru Shiksha, a state-level inter school and inter collegiate competition on Friday and Saturday. One of the standout events at Guru Shiksha was the Staff Oratorical competition, which invited both teaching and non-teaching faculty members from Guru Nanak …

Guru Nanak Dev inspired us to worship God: Yogi
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Guru Nanak Dev inspired us to worship God: Yogi

Hindustan Times  

A society rooted in heritage and ideals can never be enslaved, said Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti here on Friday. Yogi Adityanath also highlighted how Guru Nanak’s teachings evolved into a powerful tradition under Guru Gobind Singh. Yogi also highlighted how Guru Nanak’s teachings evolved into a powerful tradition under Guru Gobind …

Bhai Bala, Bhai Mardana and their part in Guru Nanak Dev's life
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Bhai Bala, Bhai Mardana and their part in Guru Nanak Dev's life

Op India  

Guru Nanak’s Prakash Utsav, also called Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti or Guru Nanak Dev Gurpurab, commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru. The Bala Janam Sakhi a 16th-century biography of Guru Nanak, written by Bhai Bala states that he latter departed Talvandi at Rai Bular’s request to meet the former at his house in Saidpur. The Mahima …

How Guru Nanak's journey from Mecca to Tibet reshaped faith across borders
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How Guru Nanak's journey from Mecca to Tibet reshaped faith across borders

India Today  

Indian religions cherish their wandering heroes. Woodcut of Guru Nanak with Mardana and Bala It was Nanak’s belief in divine service towards others that elevated him to a transcendent figure amongst different sects. Guru Nanak's journey, which began later in his 30s, continued until his last breath as he travelled to numerous Hindu and Muslim religious sites, including Mecca and …

Guru, inspiration and teacher!
1 year, 6 months ago

Guru, inspiration and teacher!

Hindustan Times  

‘Meant more than a guru to me’ Shinjini Kulkarni with her guru and grandfather Pt Birju Maharaj Shinjini Kulkarni with Pt Birju Maharaj Young kathak artiste Shinjini Kulkarni feels that the teachings of her guru and maternal grandfather Pt Birju Maharaj are the biggest blessings in her life. The biggest lesson I learnt is to stay true to the pure …

To remember Guru Nanak is to necessarily remember Bhai Mardana, long extolled as the first Sikh
4 years, 4 months ago

To remember Guru Nanak is to necessarily remember Bhai Mardana, long extolled as the first Sikh

Firstpost  

Among northern India’s more unique communities are the Mirasis. It is likely that owing to the nature of their work and the fact that they hailed from the same village, the family of Bhai Mardana were familiar with Mehta Kalu, who in 1469, became the father of a boy, who would eventually become known to the world as Guru Nanak. …

Mystic Mantra: Guru Gobind Singh - One word, one world
5 years, 2 months ago

Mystic Mantra: Guru Gobind Singh - One word, one world

Deccan Chronicle  

All men have the same eyes, the same ears, the same body, the same build, a compound of earth, air, fire and water,” said Guru Gobind Singh. He says: “As sparks flying out of a flame fall back in the fire from which they rise; as dust rising from the earth falls back and on the earth does lie; as …

On Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary, a look at founder of the Sikh faith's roar against tyranny, through verses
5 years, 4 months ago

On Guru Nanak's 550th birth anniversary, a look at founder of the Sikh faith's roar against tyranny, through verses

Firstpost  

It sometimes seems that Guru Nanak has been reduced to a caricature of himself, characterised primarily by the bazaar art that typically depicts him as a greybeard in a white or saffron turban, deep in meditation. In reality, his roar against tyranny and oppression reverberated through the Punjab in the 18th-century, a time of great instability and turmoil As we …

Manmohan Singh says Kartarpur Corridor ‘model’ can be replicated for lasting resolution of conflicts
5 years, 4 months ago

Manmohan Singh says Kartarpur Corridor ‘model’ can be replicated for lasting resolution of conflicts

Firstpost  

Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Wednesday appealed to all to take forward Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev’s message of mutual love and respect to ensure an equitable society. Former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Wednesday appealed to all to take forward Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev’s message of mutual love and respect and ensure an equitable society. …

Mystic Mantra: Guru Nanak and truthful living
6 years, 4 months ago

Mystic Mantra: Guru Nanak and truthful living

Deccan Chronicle  

Once Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh faith, went to a village along with his lifelong Muslim companion, Mardana. Guru Nanak and Mardana went to another village where people were very affectionate and welcomed them with open arms. Guru Nanak replied that the inhabitants of the first village were not good. Guru Nanak never gave sermons and never asked …

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2018 Wishes:Here are Guru Nanak Dev quotes, whatsapp messages, SMS’s, images
6 years, 4 months ago

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2018 Wishes:Here are Guru Nanak Dev quotes, whatsapp messages, SMS’s, images

Hindustan Times  

Guru Nanak Gurpurab is commemorated to celebrate the birth of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak. Here are some wishes we can send to family and friends: May Waheguru bestow his blessings upon you Best Wishes on Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday Satguru Nanak Pargateya Mitti Dund Jag Chanan Hoya, Aap ji nu Sri Guru Nanak Devji De Gurpurab dian …

Embracing Adversity: Guru Angad's Enduring Spirit in a Village Facing Drought
7 years ago

Embracing Adversity: Guru Angad's Enduring Spirit in a Village Facing Drought

Deccan Chronicle  

The article highlights the importance of endurance and humility in the face of adversity. It tells the story of Guru Angad, the second Sikh guru, who faced skepticism and opposition from a person who instigated a drought in his village. Despite his refusal to perform miracles, the Guru remained steadfast and eventually received rain when he shifted his location. The …

Guru Nanak believer of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' : Sonia Gandhi
7 years, 4 months ago

Guru Nanak believer of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' : Sonia Gandhi

ABP News  

New Delhi, Nov 4 : Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Saturday extended her warmest greetings on the auspicious occasion of Gurpurab, asserting Guru Nanak as a believer Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. Sonia Gandhi said that the Sikh Guru was a poet, philosopher, social reformer, religious preacher, yogi and a profound believer in Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. Sonia Gandhi also stated that Guru Nanak taught …

Mystic Mantra: Guru Nanak - The only truth
7 years, 4 months ago

Mystic Mantra: Guru Nanak - The only truth

Deccan Chronicle  

“False the king, false the subject, false the whole world. Nanak, praise to thee, all else is false without thee” The only truth, says Guru Nanak, is the supreme being. Guru Nanak’s path of realisation is based on love, devotion and faith in one God — the true name. Nam japna, vand chchakna and kirat karni are the three simple …

Mystic Mantra: Guru Nanak - The prophet, the poet
8 years, 4 months ago

Mystic Mantra: Guru Nanak - The prophet, the poet

Deccan Chronicle  

Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh faith and a great believer in devotion as the path of salvation, regarded himself as a poet immersed in the love of the almighty. Nanak, the poet, says that thou art the sustainer of all life.” Guru Nanak was imbued with the divine love. Once the Guru met a very learned brahmin at …

7 teachings by Guru Nanak that will change the way you look at life
8 years, 6 months ago

7 teachings by Guru Nanak that will change the way you look at life

India Today  

Guru Nanak is known for his political, social and spiritual beliefs, which were based on love, equality, fraternity and virtue. His teachings can be found in the sacred Sikh scripture Guru Granth Sahib -- a vast collection of verses recorded in Gurmukhi. You might not have read the holy book, or have any slightest inclination to reading the Guru Granth …

Guru Nanak's 546th birth anniversary: Some facts that you should know
9 years, 4 months ago

Guru Nanak's 546th birth anniversary: Some facts that you should know

India Today  

Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus was born 546 years ago on April 15, 1469. His birth anniversary is celebrated on Kartik Puranmashi, the full moon day in the month of October or November Guru Nanak was born to Hindu parents though he believed that he was neither Hindu nor Muslim Guru …

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