Saturday 15 april 1469 monday 22 september, 1539, the founder of sikhism and the first of the ten gurus of the sikhs, was born in the year 1469 in the village of talwandi, located in the punjab province of south asia subcontinental india. Mar 14, 2019 therere many books on the life of the first sikh guru. Guru nanak dev and his teachings book by professor sahib singh ji. The books titled guru nanak bani, nanak bani, and sakhian guru nanak dev was released by hrd minister ramesh pokhriyal nishank and union food processing industries minister harsimrat kaur badal at delhi universitys sri guru teg bahadur khalsa college. Guru nanak has 18 books on goodreads with 1999 ratings. This beautifully illustrated poem celebrates the life of guru nanak dev ji, in gratitude of the light that they have brought into this world. Preface of the book guru nanak dev and his teachings by prof. The 550th birth anniversary of guru nanak dev has generated interest in books and other literature about the founder of sikhism. Jan 25, 2008 here is a nice sakhi of guru nanak dev ji for a friday afternoon. This bibliography covers books in english, punjabi, hindi and urdu. Guru nanak 14691539 was one of the greatest religious innovators of all time and the founder of the sikh religion. Guru nanaks most popular book is sri guru granth sahib.
Guru nanaks significance as an inspirational guide to lifes meaning extends beyond his time five hundred years ago and his gepgraphical setting south asia. The last guru said that there would be no more gurus after him and sikhs would be taught by the sikh holy book, which is called guru granth sahib ji. School school started its journey in 1949 and since then has been instrumental in shaping the lives and careers of a big number of students, who achieved great success in their respective professions, due to overall careful grooming so as to raise their performance to the perfection. A critical study of the life and teachings of sri guru. What miracles did guru nanak dev ji perform in his life. With an effort to celebrate this year, we have reproduced this worthy book so that we can learn about sri guru nanak dev jis life and teachings and tread on a path of righteousness, truth and devotion. Now, coming to the stories from where you devised this question. Sakhi of guru nanak dev ji sakhian books sikh sangat. Guru nanak dev ji sakhi app is about guru nanak dev ji life and his stories. Sri guru nanak dev ji was the creator of sikhism, and the first of the ten sikh gurus. Born into a hindu family in 15th century india, he started displaying signs of his. Books by guru nanak author of sri guru granth sahib goodreads. Guru nanak was an indian saint who founded sikhism and became the first of the sikh gurus. He was born in punjab india modern day pakistan and gave spiritual teachings based on the universal divinity of creation.
Khalsa tercentenary commemorative volume by shiv kumar. Download free copy of japji sahib in punjabi and english bani of bhagats by g s chauhanthe lives and selected works of saints included in holy book sri guru granth sahib ji. A journey into the heart of pakistans religious minorities was a piercing work. Kirat karni earn an honorable living as householders, through your physical and mental effort while accepting both pains and pleasures as gods gifts and blessings. Guru nanak the first sikh guru, volume 1 english graphic. Therere many books on the life of the first sikh guru. So, yes, i will recommend to read his book guru nanak founder of sikhism as its in english and punjabi both, and it debunks the major issues which were found by the earlier scholars about the date of birth of guru nanak dev ji, the existence of bhai baala ji, etc.
His life was dedicated to spreading the word of god and in fighting a tireless battle against ritualism. Visit today for any type of sikh books or books on sikhism. Guru nanak has been called one of the greatest religious innovators of all time. Books by guru nanak author of sri guru granth sahib. Celebrate the birth of guru nanak dev, by knowing more. Read more about 3 books on writings of guru nanak dev released to commemorate his 550th birth anniversary on businessstandard.
Guru nanak dev have a look at the series of other important events recorded on the date of april 15 in the history. Guru nanak himself set the example of leading a simple householders life, and realizing the true spirit of religion devotation to god and the service to fellowbeings, combining simple life with lofty thoughts, free from outer shams and hypocrisies which keep the mind away from truth. Life history of guru nanak dev, the founder of sikh faith was written by prof. A wide variety of books on the lives and teachings of sikh gurus have been released online in english, hindi and punjabi. Stories are very important part of our life they always teach us good lesson. Apr 01, 2004 the founder of the sikh religion, guru nanak, was born in 1669. He was very poor and was in a fluster as to what food to place in front of guru ji. Guru nanak may be referred to by other titles such as baba nanak or nanak shah. Click the button below to add the guru nanak the first sikh guru, volume 1 english graphic novel to your wish list.
These books cover the complete lives and teachings of all sikh gurus from guru nanak dev ji to guru gobind singh ji. Digitized books on 550th gurpurab of guru nanak dev ji vice chancellor presided over golden jubilee meet2019 of guru nanak dev university held at sri guru granth sahib. This has been translated into english by me with minor modifications and comprises part i of. Sacha sauda gurmat parchar society carry a wide collection of books on sikhs, sikhism, sikh history and gurbani in english, punjabi and other languages. Guru nanak travelled far and wide teaching people the message of one god who dwells in every. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Guru nanak was the founder of sikhism and the first of the ten sikh gurus. Books on teachings of guru nanak dev launched current affairs. Guru nanak dev ebook by simran 9789350834336 rakuten kobo. His birth is celebrated worldwide as guru nanak gurpurab on kartik pooranmashi, the fullmoon day in the month of katak, octobernovember. A critical study of the life and teachings of sri guru nanak. The ills of child marriage, infanticide and a rigid caste system had further crippled his people. Sometime around last year i became obsessed with guru nanak dev ji and literally hunted the internet.
Poetry chaikhana guru nanak sikh poetry, biography, books. Best english medium school in adarsh nagar, raja park. The year 2019 is a special one for sikhs around the world as it marks the 550th birth anniversary of the founder of sikhism, sri guru nanak dev ji. Guru nanak preached his message of goodwill and peace on earth in the early 16th century. Sikhismsri guru nanak dev ji wikibooks, open books for an. He breathed his last on march 29, 1552 at the age of fortyeight. Guru nanak also referred to as baba nanak father nanak, was the founder of sikhism and is. Guru nanak dev, his life and teachings hindu website. Guru nanaks birthday is celebrated by sikhs on april 14th by. Guru nanak travelled far and wide teaching people the message of one god who dwells in every one of gods creations and constitutes the eternal truth.
Naam japna meditation on god through reciting and chanting and to practice the path of dharam righteousness. Poetry chaikhana guru nanak sikh poetry, biography. Janamsakhis, twarikh khalsa, nanak parkash and guru nanak chamatkar can be named. Surge of interest in books on founder of sikhism chandigarh. Here is a nice sakhi of guru nanak dev ji for a friday afternoon.
The word guru means teacher in many indian languages. His teachings are the basis of a world religion sikhism a world religion both in the sense that sikhs now live in substantial numbers in all the inhabited continents and in the sense that what he had to say is challenging and. Contributed articles on teachings and philosophy of guru nanak, 14691538, 1st guru of sikhs. Puratan janamsakhi shri guru nanak dev ji sikhbookclub. Related products guru nanak dev pehli paatshahi volume 5. On one of his travels guru ji came to a town and stopped at the house of an old sikh called chundhwadi. A visionary and a great soul, he was an original spiritual thinker. I recommend book this highly if you are interested in the biography of guru nanak. This is a very big book, having more than 500 pages. His religious ideas draw on both hindu and islamic thoughts, but are also unique in their own right. Guru nanak dev simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Sikhismsri guru angad dev ji wikibooks, open books for an. Guru nanak his life and teachings by roopinder singh in english 21. Guru nanak dev ji books janamsakhi sri guru nanak dev ji.
The founder of the sikh religion, guru nanak, was born in 1669. Punjabi university gupta and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Please support the poetry chaikhana, as well as the authors and publishers of sacred poetry, by purchasing some of the recommended books through the links on this site. The complete text of the sikh religion online, including a highly detailed biography of guru nanak. Guru nanak travelled to places far and wide teaching people the message of one god who dwells in every one of gods creations. He taught his followers to concentrate on spiritual practices which would enable them. Sikhismsri guru nanak dev ji wikibooks, open books for. Biography of sikh founder guru nanak learn religions. Singh brothers is a prominent company engaged in the publication and distribution of sikh books and punjabi literature books. Sau sakhi the book of 100 stories related to guru gobind singh ji in punjabi 20. Buy sri guru nanak dev ji books, guru nanak dev janamsakhian book and other sikh books from singh brothers.
The punjabi university has got around 400 titles related. Sort by popularity, sort by average rating, sort by latest, sort by price. Suraj prakash one of the most popular granths in sikh gurdwara culture from where all the life stori. Guru nanak and the establishment of kartarpur sri guru. Sikhism is based on logic, hence, there were no miracles performed by guru nanak. Guru nanak dev and his teachings book by professor sahib. Guru nanak has 18 books on goodreads with 1980 ratings. Colorful illustrations, english narration and quotes bring to life the illustrious history of the first guru.
Guru nanak the magnificent childrens book mighty khalsa mighty khalsa presents the long awaited childrens picture book guru nanak the magnificent by baljinder kaur. Janamsakhi bhai bale vali the life of guru nanak in punjabi 17. Guru nanak was deeply spiritual from an early age, having being born into a society caught in the throes of orthodoxy and ritualism. It would be nice if there were books like this about the other 9 human sikh gurus.
Guru nanak dev ji guru nanak 15 april 1469 22 september 1539 is the first of the ten sikh gurus. He dismantled the barriers of caste and creed, establishing a faith that has twentythree million followers all the world over. Books by guru nanak dev university amritsar 124 of 37 results sort by. Nov 12, 2019 this beautifully illustrated poem celebrates the life of guru nanak dev ji, in gratitude of the light that they have brought into this world. Guru nanak dev was born in 1469, in the village of rau bhoi di talwandi, now called nankana sahib, forty miles from lahore in presentday pakistan. Books on sikh gurus in english, punjabi and hindi released. Guru nanak dev sri guru nanak dev ji was the creator of sikhism, and the first of the ten sikh guru s. The books titled guru nanak bani, nanak bani, and sakhian guru nanak dev was released by hrd minister ramesh pokhriyal nishank. Sikhs acknowledge guru nanak to be the founder of their religion and the composer of hymns found in their sacred. But i think this question is asked because the person might be. Sikhs believe that all subsequent gurus possessed guru nanaks divinity and religious authority. This is an accessible book that offers insights into the life and thoughts of guru nanak.