Religious-philosophical syncretism in Kabir's work

2023

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DOI 10.26577//ejrs.2023.v34.i2.r2
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Abstract

The analysis of religious and philosophical syncretism in Kabir's work is a subject of great interest among researchers today. Kabir, an Indian philosopher and poet, displayed his devotion (bhakti) by seeking the invisible absolute truth and calling for the recognition of the formless and impersonal God, the Absolute Truth. His poetic legacy emphasizes the path of bhakti and the importance of approaching God with a pure heart. In our research, we comprehensively analyze Kabir's creative heritage as the founder of the bhakti movement, exploring the religious and philosophical syncretism within his teachings. Furthermore, we delve into the creative legacy of Kabir Das, a medieval Indian poet and philosopher, and extensively discuss his thoughts on religion. This is significant because religion has always played a significant role in human history and social life. The issue of religion remains relevant even in modern times. Our study draws on the works of scholars who have analyzed the social, religious, and moral aspects of Kabir's teachings. Additionally, we examine the research of Western and Eastern scholars who have compared Kabir's philosophical ideas with those of reformers such as Shakara Deva and Shaikh Nur-ud-Din. Key words: Kabir’s teaching, religion, philosophy, syncretism, society.