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SOCIETY OF THE PRESENT TIME IN THE BANI OF BABA GURU NANK DEV JEE

Abstract

Guru Nanak is the founder of Sikh religion. He presented his philosophy through his poetry. He dealt with a large number of philosophical, religious, political and social issues of the prevalent society. His depiction of social life was almost altogether different from his predecssors as well as most of his contemporaries. Guru Nanak fully rejected ritualism and idol worship. He propagated the idea of oneness of God (Tauheed). Even Allama Iqbal gave his tribute to Guru Nanak for preaching "Tauheed". He condemned the idea of considering women as secondary human being. He rejected the idea os using women as slaves and sex objects. He supported equal rights for women. Guru Nanak raised his voice against tyranny and inhumanism. He openly challenged the oppressors and invaders. He also condemned the luxurious life of the rich and the ruling class. He asserted that big wealth is usually a result of sinful acts.

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