Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ
Life History & Sacred Journey
Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji was the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. Born in 1469 CE in Rai Bhoi Ki Talwandi (modern Nankana Sahib, Pakistan), Guru Nanak Dev Ji brought a revolutionary message of One Universal Creator (Ik Onkar), social equality, and spiritual freedom.
From early childhood, Guru Nanak Dev Ji demonstrated profound divine wisdom. He famously challenged empty rituals with the Sacha Sauda (True Bargain) when he fed hungry dervishes instead of doing commercial trade.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji embarked on four extensive journeys (Udasis) across India, Tibet, Arabia, and Sri Lanka, spreading the message of Kirat Karo (honest labor), Naam Japo (meditate on God), and Vand Chhako (share with others).
Sacred Compositions & Shabads
974 Shabads in 19 Ragas including Japji Sahib, Sidh Gosht, Asa Ki Var, Barah Maha.
Core Divine Teachings
- ੴ Ik Onkar - There is only One Universal Almighty God
- ੴ Naam Japo - Remember and meditate on the Divine Name
- ੴ Kirat Karo - Earn an honest living through hard work
- ੴ Vand Chhako - Share earnings with the needy and community