Guru Nanak

Spiritual Teacher Indian 1469 – 1539

Founder of Sikhism; preached equality and devotion to one God.

394 quotes

"Those who forget the Divine forget themselves."
Faith
"The price of justice is eternal watchfulness and courage."
Justice
"Human birth is rare; waste it not in idle pursuits."
Life
"The Guru opens the eyes of the blind with the torch of wisdom."
Education
"God's infinite love is available to all; few know how to receive it."
Faith
"Words without deeds are hollow and meaningless."
"The true temple of the Lord is in the heart of the pure."
"Those who live humbly are greater than mountains."
"Greed is a fire that can never be quenched."
Wisdom
"The light that shines within cannot be dimmed by external darkness."
Hope
"A person who serves humanity serves the Divine."
"The sweet sound of truth resonates through all creation."
Truth
"Those who plant seeds of kindness shall harvest joy."
Kindness
"Life is a test of character and integrity."
Life
"The Divine dwells in silence; few know how to listen."
Solitude
"Birth and death are but two points on the circle of life."
Philosophy
"Love is the bridge between hearts."
Love
"The wise one recognizes the Divine in every moment."
Wisdom
"Attachment blinds the eye of wisdom."
Philosophy
"Those who give with a pure heart are blessed a thousandfold."
"The soul cries out for truth; feed it nothing else."
Truth
"In the mirror of the heart, one sees the face of God."
"The crown of humanity is righteousness."
"Those who understand the transience of life live with purpose."
Wisdom
"The lotus teaches: bloom where you are planted."
"A lie may travel far, but truth will always catch up."
Truth
"The Divine's love is like an ocean; our understanding is like a cup."
"Those who serve with humility are the greatest among all."
"The path of truth is narrow but leads to eternal peace."
Peace
"Life without purpose is like a ship without a rudder."