Songs of Kabir by Ravindranath Tagore. The poet Kabîr, is one of the most interesting personalities in the history of Indian mysticism. Born in or near Benares, of Mohammedan parents, and probably about the year 1440, be became in early life a disciple of the celebrated Hindu ascetic Râmânanda. Râmânanda had brought to Northern India the religious revival which Râmânuja, the great twelfth-century reformer of Brâhmanism, had initiated in the South. Here is the book Songs of Kabir for free download:

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Songs of Kabir is a poetic translation of the mystical verses of the 15th-century Indian poet-saint Kabir, rendered into English by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Kabir, one of India’s most revered spiritual poets, was a unique figure who bridged the divide between Hindu and Muslim traditions, blending Bhakti (devotional) and Sufi (mystical Islamic) elements in his poetry. His verses emphasize direct communion with the Divine, rejecting religious dogma, rituals, and sectarian divisions.

This collection brings together a selection of Kabir’s verses, originally composed in vernacular Hindi, and presents them in lyrical English prose, capturing the mystical depth and profound simplicity of his message. The themes of the book include:

• The Oneness of God – Kabir declares that the Divine transcends all religious labels, whether Hindu or Muslim, emphasizing an inner, personal connection.
• The Illusion of the World (Maya) – Many poems explore the fleeting nature of worldly attachments and the need for spiritual awakening.
• Love as the Path to Liberation – Kabir speaks of devotion to God as a love affair, where the soul longs for union with the Beloved.
• The Rejection of Religious Formalism – He critiques idol worship, empty rituals, and the hypocrisy of religious orthodoxy.
• The Search for the Guru (Spiritual Teacher) – The importance of a true guru in guiding the seeker toward enlightenment is a recurring theme.

Kabir’s poetry is known for its earthy metaphors, drawn from everyday life—he speaks of the Divine as a weaver, a carpenter, a bridegroom, and even as a river. His verses resonate deeply with seekers of truth across different traditions and continue to be sung and recited in India today.

Tagore’s translation maintains the intensity, rhythm, and mystical beauty of Kabir’s original compositions, making this book a timeless spiritual classic.