The Prophecy

Guru Nanak. Saint. Poet. Iconoclast. Legend More than half a millennium after Guru Nanak’s birth, his teachings continue to inspire millions across the globe. In this extract from his path-breaking book, Walking with Nanak, the well-known Pakistani writer, Haroon Khalid gives a fascinating account of the many legends associated with the birth of this great man. On Gurpurab, when we celebrate Nanak’s birth, this piece is a must-read for everyone, for it reveals hitherto unknown aspects of an ordinary man who rose to become a saint most revered.