One stone is lovingly decorated as a deity, while another stone is walked upon. If one is a god, then the other must also be a god. Namdev says I am not going to worship a stone installed as god. I worship One God who cannot be installed but permeates in all.
— Guru Nanak Early Modern

Founder of Sikhism

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Guru Granth Sahib, Ang 525 (attributed to Bhagat Namdev, aligns with Nanak's teachings)

Date / Period

c. 15th-16th century

Category

Controversial

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https://www.sikhwisdom.com/how-did-guru-nanak-dev-ji-oppose-idol-worship/

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Found in 1 providers: gemini

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