Bijak
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The sacred collection of Kabir's verses for the Kabirpanth, full of sharp, simple sayings on one God beyond temple and mosque.
| Tradition | Sant (Kabirpanth) |
|---|---|
| Type | Devotional poetry |
| Language | Early Hindi (Sadhukkadi) |
| Period | Kabir lived in the 15th century CE; the Bijak was compiled later |
| Composed or compiled by | Kabir |
What it contains
- Ramaini, Shabad and Sakhi (couplets, also called dohas).
- Devotion to the formless God, often called Ram.
- Criticism of caste, ritual and hypocrisy in all religions.
Significance
Kabir's verses are also included in the Guru Granth Sahib and are sung across North India, in Rajasthan and in Malwa.