Book Title: Harmony of All Religions
Author(s): Parmahans Maharaj, Veena Rani Howard
Publisher: USA Santmat Society of North America

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________________ were becoming his disciples. No matter what their social or religious background was they began to be known simply as the disciples of Nanak. Thus, Nanak shattered the walls of communal, cultural and social status which had always stood between Hindus and Muslims, and between higher castes and lower castes. Historical Journey to Spread the Sikh Dharma Through persistence in inner meditation Nanak realized the nature of atman (inner self) and had direct experience of the Infinite. He was, no longer just thought of as Nanak, but became Guru Nanak (spiritual preceptor). He perceived the great need to dispel the darkness of hatred, hypocrisy, and animosity which permeated the earth. The sage could see that this formidable task would be difficult to accomplish if he just stayed at his home. So he set out on a divine journey for the purpose of teaching the true dharma. Everywhere Guru Nanak went he taught the importance of good will and moral integrity, and also emphasized devotion to the formless, unborn, Infinite Being. He taught that liberation is attained only by worship of the formless God. His words rang with magic in the ears of listeners, and they came under the captivating influence of the great master. 284

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