Category Archives: Gurbani
Gurbani Speaks of One Universal Dharma of Virtues
The word Dharma comes from the Sanskrit root dhri, which means “to hold”. Therefore, Dharma refers to that innate characteristic or Eternal Nature which constantly exists with a particular object — … Read more
Siropa
Generally of orange or saffron color, a Siropa (pronounced Siropaa – ਸਿਰੋਪਾ ) is a garment, scarf or a length of cloth. You might have often seen Siropa giving/taking ceremonies … Read more
Gursikhs Solve the Riddle
As indicated by the following verses, one who has truly become the Gursikh (i.e. a student or learner of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS), he searches the Gur-Shabad and … Read more
So Thaan Suhaavaa
What is essential to know is what most of us do not know: Virtues, Wisdom, Gur-Giaan, Shabad-Giaan, Brahm-Giaan, Bibek-Budhi… Unfortunately, most of the translations and interpretations of the Sri Guru … Read more
Raam of the Gurmat
The word “Raam” has two aspects in Gurmat (Wisdom, Upadesh or Way of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS). It’s emphasized by the SGGS to recognize the difference between both — … Read more