Listed In: Poets, Philosophers
Birthdate: 1440 AD
Birthplace: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Died: 1518 AD
Kabir, a renowned Indian mystic poet and sant, criticized organized religions, particularly Hinduism and Islam, for what he saw as meaningless and unethical practices. He promoted righteousness, detachment from worldly matters, and the significance of shedding the ego to discover the truth. Despite opposition from Hindus and Muslims, Kabir’s teachings have had a lasting impact on Hinduism, Sikhism, and Islam, notably in Sufism. His legacy thrives through the Kabir panth and the Sant Mat sect, which considers him its founder.
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