Human Quest for Spirituality; Existence of ‘Kabir as God’ in Hindu Scriptures
Dr. Seema Parihar Seema Parihar
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Abstract
The quest for God has been a central theme in human spirituality, manifesting in various religious and philosophical traditions through the ages. Spiritualism is part and parcel of human life. This paper explores the universal pursuit of the divine through the lens of Kabir and the existence of Kabir in different literature. Though he was a 15th-century Indian mystic-poet, and his connections to Hindu religious scriptures is more or less dedicated to his work too. The quest for spirituality is a timeless journey that transcends cultures and religions. Among the mystical figures of India, Kabir stands out for his profound teachings that bridge Hinduism and Islam. While Kabir is revered as a saint and poet, his deification as "Kabir Parmeshwar" (Kabir as God) remains a topic of theological debate. This paper explores the concept of Kabir as a divine figure within the framework of Hindu scriptures and traditions, analyzing understand from his followers and mainstream Hindu thought. It aims to examine the spiritual underpinnings of this belief and its place in the broader quest for spiritual understanding of human mind.
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Copyright © 2024 Dr. Seema Parihar. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.