Basava Samithi-Album

 

Basavanna, Prime Minister of Emperor Bijjala of 12th Century, was a great mystic, treasurer of Lord's love, social reformer, visionary, rationalist, socialist, advocate of non-violence, Promoter of the cause of downtrodden and women, trend setter in Kannada literature, Upholder of divinity of labour, and crusader against untouchability and superstition. He declared, "Work is Bliss". He struggled to establish a classless and casteless society based on spiritual and moral values. He endeavoured to establish democracy in religion, society and uphold moral values. His multidimensional personality is unparalleled in the entire history of the world. He is the Light of the Universe.
 
 
 
Seven commandments of Basava

  Do not steal, kill nor lie
  Do not feel anger or disgust for others
  Do not flatter yourself or degrade the rest
  This alone is purity inside and outside
  This alone is the way to please our lord Kudalasangam
 

                   
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