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Compassion Quote by Guru Nanak

“Let God's grace be the mosque, and devotion the prayer mat. Let the Quran be the good conduct. Let modesty be compassion, good manners fasting, you should be a Muslim the like of this. Let good deeds be your Kaaba and truth be your mentor. Your Kalma be your creed and prayer, God would then…” quote by Guru Nanak
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“Let God's grace be the mosque, and devotion the prayer mat. Let the Quran be the good conduct. Let modesty be compassion, good manners fasting, you should be a Muslim the like of this. Let good deeds be your Kaaba and truth be your mentor. Your Kalma be your creed and prayer, God would then vindicate your honour.”

Guru Nanak

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Guru Granth Sahib, early 16th century

Spiritual devotion is expressed through modest conduct, compassion, truth, and good deeds, forming a living faith.

In simple terms: Live faith through modesty, compassion, truth, deeds.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate modesty, compassion, truth, deeds.

Themes

faith modesty compassion truth deeds

Mood

contemplative devotional

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • charitable work
  • fasting
  • honest communication

Key Concepts

Sikhism spiritual practice ethical living

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do your actions reflect your stated beliefs?
  • How can you keep rituals meaningful?
A Different Perspective

Risk of ritualism without inner sincerity.

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