Guru 3

The tradition of guru is also found in Jainism, referring to a spiritual preceptor, a role
typically served by a Jain ascetic.[8][9] In Sikhism, the guru tradition has played a key role
since its founding in the 15th century, its founder is referred to as Guru Nanak, and its
scripture as Guru Granth Sahib.[10][11] The guru concept has thrived in Vajrayāna Buddhism,
where the tantric guru is considered a figure to worship and whose instructions should never
be violated.[12][13]

In the Western world, the term is sometimes used in a derogatory way to refer to individuals
who have allegedly exploited their followers' naiveté, particularly in certain tantra schools,
self-help, hippie and new religious movements.[14]

Guru is not just a person but it is considered as the divine guiding energy which helps
humanity to realise its true nature. This energy works through an able person who is pure
enough to hold it. This is the reason in Hinduism Guru is considered as God himself.