Guru Nanak

Guru Nanak Dev Ji was the founder of SikhismSikhism and the first of ten Sikh Gurus. He was born in Talwandi, Punjab, India in 1469. He is considered to be one of the most important religious figures in Indian history. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was a spiritual teacher who emphasized the importance of faith, devotion, … Read more

Meerabai

Meerabai was a 16th-century Hindu mystic poet and saint from the Bhakti Movement. She was born into a royal family in Rajasthan, India, and is considered one of the most important figures in the history of Indian Literature.   Meerabai’s poetry is characterized by its intense devotion to Krishna, the Hindu god of love. She … Read more

Eknath

Eknath is a Hindu saint and poet who lived in the 12th century. He is considered one of the most important figures in Marathi literature. Eknath was born in a Brahmin family in Paithan, Maharashtra. He was a child prodigy and showed an early interest in religion and spirituality. He studied the Vedas and other … Read more

Guru Ghasi Das

Guru Ghasi Das was a 17th-century Indian saint and poet. He was born in a village in the present-day state of Uttar Pradesh. His father was a farmer and his mother was a housewife. Guru Ghasi Das was a bright child and he showed an early interest in religion and spirituality. He left home at … Read more

Eknath

Eknath is a Hindu name that means “one who is devoted to God.” It is a popular name in India, and is often given to boys. The name Eknath is derived from the Sanskrit words “eka” meaning “one” and “natha” meaning “lord.” Eknath is a name that is associated with many positive qualities, such as … Read more

Surdas

Surdas was a 16th-century Indian poet and saint who is considered one of the greatest composers of devotional music in the Bhakti movement. He was born blind, but his poetry is full of vivid descriptions of the natural world and the divine. Surdas’s work is particularly notable for its use of metaphors and similes, which … Read more