The volume deals with the emphasis on social justice by Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. It views the concept of equality and resistance against social discriminations and injustice in Sikhism. It shows how Guru Nanak’s teachings revolutionised the life of the people in different walks of life. It explains his stand against social segregations, gender bias, economic exploitation, authoritarianism, religious intolerance and cultural strife. With a background of Punjab at the time of his emergence, it delves into his message of casteless society, promotion of social solidarity, protection of human dignity, gender justice, brotherhood and compassion. It stresses on the relevance of his ideas in the twenty-first century.
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Title
Guru Nanak: A Quest for Social Justice
Forever learning
Forever learning
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Edition
1st. ed.
Publisher
Unistar Books Pvt. Ltd., 2014
ISBN
9789351133650
Length
viii+276p., 23cm.
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