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Guru Nanak: The Founder of Sikhism - Life and Legacy

Recount the life story of the 15th-century teacher and revolutionary activist from Punjab, India who founded the Sikh faith – the world’s fifth-largest religion. The documentary explores how Guru Nanak’s legacy inspires Sikh Americans today to exercise compassion, take risks, challenge established norms, and help others.

Guru Nanak: The Founder of Sikhism - Life and Legacy

1h 26m

Recount the life story of the 15th-century teacher and revolutionary activist from Punjab, India who founded the Sikh faith – the world’s fifth-largest religion. The documentary explores how Guru Nanak’s legacy inspires Sikh Americans today to exercise compassion, take risks, challenge established norms, and help others.

Episodes

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    Guru Nanak: The Founder of Sikhism - Life and Legacy

    1h 26m

    Recount the life story of the 15th-century teacher and revolutionary activist from Punjab, India who founded the Sikh faith – the world’s fifth-largest religion. The documentary explores how Guru Nanak’s legacy inspires Sikh Americans today to exercise compassion, take risks, challenge established norms, and help others.

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    Guru Nanak: The Founder of Sikhism - Life and Legacy

    Thursday
    Dec 11

    1 Hour 30 Minutes

    The life story of 15th-century teacher and activist Guru Nanak, founder of the Sikh faith, and how his legacy inspires Sikh Americans, including singer-songwriter Snatam Kaur and Hoboken, N.J., Mayor Ravi Bhalla.

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