Making of Composite Culture — Question 6

Kabir was a famous Bhakti saint. He was the disciple of Ramananda. He believed in the nirguna form of Bhakti.

His main teachings were:

1. He emphasised the unity of God and said that Rama, Hari, Allah, Rahim are all different names of the same God.
2. He denounced the caste system, idol-worship and pilgrimages.
3. He preached that love for God is more important than the religious differences.

Kabir expressed his teachings through simple couplets, known as the 'dohas'. He was an oral poet, whose works were written down by others.