Sikhism was founded by a wise man called Guru Nanak. Guru Nanak is considered the first Sikh Guru. Sikhism is still based on his teachings and those of the nine Sikh Gurus who followed him.

Guru Nanak believed both men and women are equal in the eyes of God. He taught overcoming Haumai, or ego, to find true humility and unity with God. Guru Nanak promoted Naam Japna, remembering God’s ...

Guru Nanak Jayanti(Hindi: गुरु नानक जयंती, Punjabi: ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਜੈਅੰਤੀ) is celebrated every year to commemorate the birthday of the first Sikh Guru and who was lovingly called Guru Nanak. The day may ...

One of the petitioners, Dr Harpreet Singh Kandra, told SBS Punjabi: "If there can be a places named after Christian saint Mary MacKillop then why not Guru Nanak?" "Many people have said that to me ...

Guru Nanak, with characteristic prescience ... that continues to be a symbol of equality and service. Guru Amar Das, the third guru, appointed women as preachers and leaders, granting them ...

The Victorian Government is supporting Victoria’s Sikh communities as they kick off celebrations for the 550th birthday anniversary of Sikh faith founder Guru Nanak Dev Ji in October-November 2019.

Immerse yourself in inspired spiritual music as we mark Guru Nanak’s 555th birth celebration, paying homage through kirtan, qawaali and bhajans performed together for the first time under one roof.

Furthermore, Guru Nanak condemned practices that dehumanized ... The third Guru, Guru Amar Das Ji, took significant steps to institutionalize gender equality. He appointed women to oversee various ...

Receiving Enlightenment After leading the life of a wanderer for almost 12 years, Guru Nanak Devji left for the Himalayas. As per the record, it was there that he had the first direct experience of ...