RLGA01H3 Lecture Notes - Rishabhanatha, Nudity, Orthopraxy
Document Summary
3 sufi orders from iraq and persia moved into northern india. Ascetic poets who believed divinity to exists beyond all forms of description. Created institution of the guru, became central authority in community life. Composed more than 900 hymns, complied as adi granth. God should be experienced rather than talked about. Composed more than 9000 hymns put into this book. Nanak"s friend, visited holy sites throughout northern india. Refined gurumukhi script in which guru"s hymns were recorded. Prepared pothis (volumes), initial collection of compositions of first 3 gurus. Abolished wearing of veil but practice of sati. Took up arms to defend against mughal hospitality. Inaugurated special military order for men called khalsa. Initiated nucleus of new order the cherished five . Order of loyal sikhs bound by a common identify and disciple. 5 practices adopted to promote strength and self-identity. Insight into escaping its confines and attain moksha/nirvana.
