EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY OF SHRI GURU NANAK DEV JI

Ms. Hardeep Kaur

Abstract

Guru Nanak Dev Ji is the founder of Sikh religion and also known as the prophet, the spiritual teacher. Modern education is primarily responsible for the ways and means of earning a living, raising the standard of living, improve public health and social awakening, but the approach remains somewhat materialistic. As such problems of discontent, mental anxiety, a blind race for wealth, etc. were not resolved.  Guru Nanak emphasized the need for complete liberation. He believes in a simple life and shares his wealth with others and shares his Misery. He does not believe in salvation after death, which was otherwise the essence of Indian philosophy. Guru Nanak Dev emphasizes the need for education among the people so that they can become conscious of their rights and duties. Guru Nanak Dev stressed the development of intellect, reason and wisdom. This research paper focuses on the spiritual, ethical and moral aspects of education presented by Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, who is always relevant and necessary for the overall development of the individual and society.

Keywords: Education Philosophy, Social Awakening and Intellect.