Sri Guru Granth Sahib
by Guru Nanak
Sri Guru Granth Sahib presents a profound spiritual philosophy centered on devotion to God, emphasizing an internal, heartfelt connection over external rituals or worldly possessions. The text advocates for self-realization and unwavering faith, asserting that true wealth lies in divine love, not material riches or power. It promotes a life of integrity, encouraging individuals to speak honorably and cultivate self-belief as a prerequisite for spiritual understanding. A core theme is God's omnipresence and benevolent sustenance, urging readers to shed fear and recognize the divine in all creation. The work portrays the world as an ephemeral drama, highlighting the importance of seeking spiritual truth amidst life's transient nature. Ultimately, it champions humility, recognizing the divine in every being, and finding victory and solace through spiritual devotion in a world often perceived as distressed.
16 popular highlights from this book
Key Insights & Memorable Quotes
Below are the most popular and impactful highlights and quotes from Sri Guru Granth Sahib:
“Burn worldly love, rub the ashes and make ink of it, make the heart the pen, the intellect the writer, write that which has no end or limit.”
“Even Kings and emperors with heaps of wealth and vast dominion cannot compare with an ant filled with the love of God.”
“He who has no faith in himself can never have faith in God.”
“The world is a drama, staged in a dream”
“For each and every person, our Lord and Master provides sustenance. Why are you so afraid, O mind? The flamingos fly hundreds of miles, leaving their young ones behind. Who feeds them, and who teaches them to feed themselves? Have you ever thought of this in your mind?”
“Speak only that which will bring you honor.”
“Your Mercy is my social status.”
“Even kings and emperors, with mountains of property and oceans of wealth - these are not even equal to an ant, who does not forget God.”
“What should the yogi have to fear? Trees, plants, and all that is inside and outside, is He Himself”
“Nanak dukhiya sab sansar.”
“He who lowers his mind to the dust of all men’s feet, Sees the Name of God enshrined in every heart.”
“He Himself makes the mortals anxious, and He Himself takes the anxiety away.”
“Nanak, the whole world is in distress. He, who believes in the Name, becomes victorious.”
“O Nanak, if a blind man goes to assay jewels, he shall not know their worth and shall return after making an exhibition of himself.”
“The Lord of man and beast is working in all; His presence is scattered everywhere; There is none else to be seen.”
“They, who have no eyes in their face, are not called blind. They alone are blind, O Nanak, who stray away from their Lord.”
