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Question
Answer the following question briefly:
Mention the chief teachings of the Bhakti saints.
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Solution
Teachings of the Bhakti saints:
- There is only one God. Everyone is equal in the eyes of God.
- God can be reached through love and devotion and total surrender to his will and not through rites rituals and idol worship.
- Everyone should lead a pure life.
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