Brother and Sister
Bebe Nanaki had an immense adoration for her brother and was the first to recognize his "enlightened soul". She was 5 years his elder but played the role of a mother to him. She not only protected him from their father but she loved him unconditionally. Guru Nanak Dev was sent to live with Bebe Nanaki when he was only 15 years old, because his father was frustrated with him. To instil his independence, she searched for a wife for him. Bebe Nanaki along with her husband found a woman, Mata Sulakhni, for Guru Nanak Dev to marry. Since Bebe Nanaki had no children of her own she loved and helped raise her brother's children, Sri Chand and Lakhmi Chand.
Bebe Nanaki is known as being Guru Nanak Dev's first follower. She was eternally devoted to him and his cause. As well as she is known for inspiring Guru Nanak Dev in using music as a instrument of devotion to God. Knowing he had musical talent she bought him a Rebab to help him further his music.
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