I need an elaborate definition of a guru?

Answer 1

There are many meanings:

Religion:

1. Guru, the discipleship tradition in oriental religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism - this is the primary usage of the term.

Films:

1. Guru, a 2006 film to be directed by Mani Ratnam
2. The Guru, a 2002 film
3. Guru, the 1997 official nomination of India for the Best Foreign Film Academy Award
4. The Guru, a 1969 film from Merchant Ivory Productions.

Others:

1. Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal (shortened to Guru), a hip-hop MC.
2. Guru, a character from the manga Dragon Ball.
3. Guru, a lacrosse "trick stick" brand owned by Brine, Inc..
4. The Guru, a character from the video game Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves.
5. The term Guru has passed into a metaphorical use. In hacker culture, a guru is an expert of legendary proportions. Nearly synonymous with "wizard", but additionally implies a history of being a knowledge resource for others. Less often, used (with a qualifier) for other experts on other systems, as in VMS guru. (The definition is from Jargon file.)
6. Guru Meditation, an Amiga system error.
7. Guru.com, a software company and job board service.
8. Guru (beverage), an energy drink.

You can see them all here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guru_%28disambiguation%29

Answer 2

A Guru (Sanskrit: गुरू, guru) is a teacher in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. Based on a long line of philosophical understanding as to the importance of knowledge, the guru is seen in these religions as a sacred conduit, or a way to self-realization.

"Guru" also refers in Sanskrit to Brihaspati, a Hindu figure analogous to the Roman planet/god Jupiter. In Vedic astrology, Guru or Brihaspati is believed to exert teaching influences. Indeed, in many Indian languages such as Hindi, the occidental Thursday is called either Brihaspativaar or Guruvaar (vaar meaning day of the week).

In contemporary India and Indonesia, "guru" is widely used within the general meaning of "teacher". In Western usage, the original meaning of guru has been extended to cover anyone who acquires followers, though not necessarily in an established school of philosophy or religion. In a further metaphorical extension, guru is used to refer to a person who has authority because of his or her perceived knowledge or skills in a domain of expertise. The importance of finding a true guru is described in the scriptures and teachings of religions in which a guru plays a role.

Answer 3

guru- A teacher and guide in spiritual and philosophical matters.

A trusted counselor and adviser; a mentor.

A recognized leader in a field: the guru of high finance.

An acknowledged and influential advocate, as of a movement or idea: “In a culture that worships slimness, he was the Guru of Lean” (Erica Abeel).

Answer 4

1. Hindu or Sikh religious teacher: in Hinduism and Sikhism, a religious leader or teacher
2. leader of religious group: a spiritual leader of or intellectual guide for a religious group or movement especially one being described as non-mainstream
3. somebody influential: somebody who is prominent and influential in a specific field and sets a trend or starts a movement
a meeting of the world’s software gurus

4. individual’s revered teacher and counselor: a teacher or counselor in spiritual or intellectual matters who is especially revered

Answer 5

A Guru is the one who inspires you and takes the best out of you.He believes in your unseen talents and encourages you to activate them.It can be definitely a woman too.In my life it was a woman.

Answer 6

guru is one who is a supreme healer or a messenger of god who imparts religious or spiritual knowledge.