ऐसे हुई थी सिख धर्म की शुरुआत, नानक देव को मिला 'गुरु' का दर्जा

23 नवंबर को कार्तिक पूर्णिमा है. हिंदू धर्म में इस दिन का खास महत्व है. इसके अलावा सिख धर्म में भी इस दिन की बहुत अहमियत है. कार्तिक पूर्णिमा के ही दिन सिखों के पहले गुरु नानक देव जी का जन्म हुआ था. इस दिन को गुरुनानक जयंती और प्रकाश पर्व के रूप में मनाया जाता है. सिख धर्म के लोगों के लिए गुरुनानक जयंती एक महत्वपूर्ण और बड़ा पर्व है.  गुरुनानक जयंती के अवसर पर आइए जानते हैं गुरुनानक जी के जीवन से जुड़ी कुछ अहम बातें....

गुरुनानक देव जी के पिता नाम कालू बेदी और माता का नाम तृप्ता देवी था. नानक देव जी की बहन का नाम नानकी था. 

जब गुरुनानक देव बड़े हुए तो उनके पिता ने उन्हें गायों का ख्याल रखने की जिम्मेदारी दी. लेकिन नानक जी बीच-बीच में ध्यान करने लग जाते थे और गाय दूसरे लोगों के खेतों में जाकर उनकी फसल खराब कर देती थीं. ये सब देखकर गुरुनानक जी के पिता उनसे काफी गुस्सा हो जाते थे. लेकिन गांव के लोगों ने गुरुनानक के साथ कई चमत्कारी चीजें होती देखीं. इसके बाद गांव के लोगों को लगता था कि गुरुनानक जरूर संत हैं. 



गुरुनानक देव को ध्यान करते देख उनके एक पड़ोसी ने नानक जी के पिता से उनको 
सांस्कृतिक विषय में पढ़ाई कराने के लिए कहा. उनका मानना था कि धर्म से 
जुड़ी चीजों में नानक को काफी रूचि है.सन् 1487 में नानक जी का विवाह माता सुलखनी से हुआ. उनके दो पुत्र श्रीचन्द और लक्ष्मीचन्द थे. गुरुनानक जी के पिता चाहते थे कि वे अपना कारोबार करें, ताकि अपने परिवार की जरूरतों को पूरा कर सकें. इसके लिए उनके पिता ने उन्हें नया कारोबार शुरू करने के लिए कुछ पैसे दिए. लेकिन नानक ने उन पैसों से रास्ते में मिले भूखे और यतीम लोगों को खाना खिला दिया. जब वह खाली हाथ घर लौटे तो  उनके पिता उनपर काफी गुस्सा हुए. लेकिन नानक ने कहा कि अच्छा काम करने का फल हमेशा अच्छा ही होता है. 


एक समय ऐसा भी आया जब  उनके पिता उनसे परेशान हो चुके थे. नानक के पिता ने उन्हें काम के लिए नानकी के घर रहने भेज दिया. नानक की बहन नानकी सुलतानपुर में रहती थीं. नानक ने वहां काम करना शुरू किया. 

कुछ दिनों के बाद नानक की मुलाकात वहां एक मुस्लिम कवि मरदाना से हुई. वे हर सुबह काम पर जाने से पहले उनसे मिलते और नदी के किनारे बैठकर ध्यान करते.  ये देखकर वहां के लोगों को काफी आश्चर्य हुआ कि दो अलग धर्म के लोग एक साथ कैसे ध्यान कर सकते हैं.


Harmonious Tour of Christian Worship and Music

Christian music and worship have always been part of the faith for centuries, developing alongside shifts in culture, technology and theological perspectives. This article is a melodious journey through the development of Christian music styles and genres by delving into how profoundly it has impacted on Christian worship and spiritual expression. From timeless hymns and psalms to contemporary Christian songs, we explore how music has brought added value to worship experience as well as fostered deeper connection with divine.

Evolution of Christian Music Styles and Genres:Christian music has had an interesting transformation reflecting the diverse cultures that influenced them during different periods. We will follow the advances made in Christian music from its earliest age starting from Gregorian chants, medieval hymns until polyphony emerged and choral compositions were created during Renaissance. The Protestant Reformation marked a breakthrough for congregational singing which led to the development of hymnals as well as the growth of congregational hymnody. In the modern times however, Christian music has diversified into various categories including classical, gospel, contemporary Christian, praise and worship or even Christian rock.

Christianity and Mental Health of Religion in Encouraging Welfare and Handling Mental Health Issues

Mental health is a vital aspect of overall well-being, determining how we think, feel, and act. Recently, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of mental health which has led to more open discussions and increased efforts to address mental health issues. Through its rich history and deep teachings, Christianity brings distinctive angles as well as priceless resources that can significantly contribute to one’s mental well-being. In this article, the role of Christian faith in promoting mental health, providing support during times of crisis, and addressing mental health concerns will be examined.

The Holistic View of Health in Christianity:Christianity promotes a holistic view of health by recognizing the interconnectedness between body, mind, and spirit. This conviction finds its roots in Genesis 1:27 where it is believed that humans are made in God’s image thereby highlighting the sacredness of the whole person. In many parts of the Bible, believers are told how to take care of their emotional well-being encouraging them to find peace joy, and happiness within themselves through their relationship with God.

Accepting Differences: Honoring Muslim Traditions

The radiance of Islamic customs: Islam is a way of life that includes a diverse range of customs; it is more than just a religion. For millions of people, Islamic customs—from the call to prayer that reverberates through historic mosques to the joyous celebration of Ramadan—provide beauty and harmony. A harmonious and interconnected society is built on the foundation of family, community, and compassion.

Empowerment of women in Islam, rights and misconception.

The debate about the status and role of women in Islam has been discussed over centuries, with limited understanding or misrepresentation. Islamic teaching, often taken out of context and misunderstood, constitutes a framework that emphasizes women’s dignity, rights, and empowerment. The article explores several dimensions of Muslim women including addressing stereotypes, delving into historical backgrounds as well as highlighting some guiding principles for gender relations within the Islamic faith.

Historical Context:It is crucial to consider the historical circumstances under which the teachings of Islam developed in order to understand how women are placed within it. In ancient Arabia prior to the rise of Islam, women were viewed merely as chattels who had neither rights nor freedom from various forms of oppression. The advent of Islam led to substantial changes in terms of the position of women in society at large. Women’s inherent worth and dignity were emphasized in both the Quran (the holy book) and Prophet Muhammad’s teachings that set forth radical revolutionary rights for them never before seen at their time.

Many people are mistaken in thinking that Islam does not give women rights. These rights include the right to learn, the right to get a job, the right to have property, and the right to be part of the society’s politics and economy. Because of this body of verse contained in Quran “And their lord has accepted of them and answered them ‘Never will I cause to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another’” (Quran 3:195), it is made clear that men and women are equal in God’s eyes.

Empowerment and Rights:Many people are mistaken in thinking that Islam does not give women rights. These rights include the right to learn, the right to get a job, the right to have property, and the right to be part of the society’s politics and economy. Because of this body of verse contained in the Quran “And their lord has accepted of them and answered them ‘Never will I cause to be lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or female; you are of one another’” (Quran 3:195), it is made clear that men and women are equal in God’s eyes.

In Islam education is a very important thing; even Prophet Muhammad said both sexes should seek knowledge. Women have always been scholars, teachers, or contributors in different areas of learning since Islamic times.

This also gives them freedom and ensures they own property themselves. This includes inheriting wealth from parents as well as having control over their own finances. Moreover, Islamic law recognizes that consent must be given by women when entering into marriage hence forbidding forced marriages too.