Question

Describe in brief the main teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Answer 1

Guru Nanak Dev Ji taught us :

1. There is one God. He is omnipresent and omnipotent.
2. The caste distinctions are meaningless. The rich, poor, Brahmans, Shudras, all are equal.
3. The right conduct makes a man great.
4. God should be worshipped with a pure mind.
5. Guru Sahib gives much importance to True Guru. Guru Nanak Dev Ji regarded the Guru essential for the realisation of God. According to him,‘True Guru acts as a guide in the attainment of the true name of God. Guru is the ladder which enables a man to reach the true goal of his life.”
6. One should always earn one’s living by right means.
7. The status of a woman is high. She gives birth to great men. All the women are worthy of highest respect.