Every person who belongs to the Sikh religion has heard, “Naam Japo, Kirat Karo, Vand Chako,” which means chant name, work honestly, and also serve others. It’s the divine teaching guided by Guru Nanak Dev Ji to people.
These simple but effective words have the power to transform people's lives in the previous generation and also for the current generation.
Let’s delve into Guru Nanak Dev Ji's more divine teachings after knowing who he was. So, let’s check out:
Guru Nanak Dev Ji: The Sikh’s First Guru
Guru Nanak Dev Ji is the Sikhs’ first Guru and also the founder of the Sikh religion. He was not only the spiritual leader but was also a revolutionary thinker who spoke truth fearlessly and made reforms compassionately. He was born in the village of Rai Bhoi ki talwandi, which is now in Nankana Sahib in Pakistan.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji was considered the most divine Guru and the truth finder because he challenged the whole rigid social structure of his time, questioning inequality, caste discrimination, and mindless rituals.
He spoke bluntly that “There is no Hindu, no Muslim, and we are the children of only one creator.” He traveled across India, Tibet, the Middle East, and beyond just to spread the message of brotherhood, right and truthful living, and name chanting.
Wherever he went, he inspired people not only with his words but also by living his life with simplicity, humility, and service.
Let’s know which of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's teachings the generation of today is still inspired by:
1. There is only one God
Guru Nanak Dev Ji said that using religion to divide people is not worthy; it’s awful for everyone and this world. Because there is only one God, and we are their children. There is neither a Hindu nor a Muslim, but we are all the same and likely children of one almighty.
2. Serve the Poor
A story from Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s life is truly inspirational when Guru Ji bought food for the poor with Rs. 20, which was given by his father to set up a new business.
Guru Ji used that money to give it away to the poor and was asked by his father about where the money had gone. He answered that he has done a Sacha Sauda (true business) today by feeding the poor.
3. Stay Away From 5 Evils
The five evils named—ego, anger, greed, attachment, and lust—should be kept away and controlled in life. Because most of life’s sufferings come from these 5 evils, and their impact is worse sometimes.
4. Find Your Guru
Living a life without a Guru is like you are hanging in the sky. So, it is good to find your Guru for life, who inspires you to live the right life, doing good karmas, understanding, and helping others. Because this thing is much superior to just visiting the pilgrimage destinations.
5. Travel
Travel widens your knowledge horizon. So, the more you travel, the more you will learn about people, places, and things. There is much knowledge gained from journeys, and Guru Nanak Dev Ji also traveled to Iraq, Tibet, and Saudi Arabia to find the truth of life.
6. Simplicity is Beautiful
Guru Nanak Dev Ji always lived humbly, wearing simple clothes, eating basic food, and walking alongside anyone, like farmers, laborers, saints, or kings. His home was not a place, but he always sat in peace in the greens and never chased wealth and titles.
7. Equality of Men & Women
At a time when men were given more importance than women for education, Guru Ji stood tall with a message that:
“So Kyu Manda Aakhiye, Jit Jammeh Raajan.”
This message was also spread the most because people always preferred the male child as compared to the female, due to which he challenged this deep-rooted patriarchy of the 15th century and said that women and men are all equal in the eyes of the divine.
8. Be Selfless
Guru Nanak Dev Ji always promoted a message for his people to be selfless. He always inspired everyone to help others without expectations. This is the true service and the service of God. Visit any pilgrimage, Gurudwara or Mandir, but do sewa from the heart, being selfless.
Final Reflection
So, from the above gist, you might have gotten to know about how Guru Nanak Dev Ji is the true inspiration for people of today as well. It’s because of the divine teachings, the truthful things he taught to people, and not only this, but he also stood against the mindless evils of society.
So, always stay true and follow the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, which will have a positive impact on your life!
Dhan Guru Nanak!
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