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Gurbani (14-53)
Ashtpadiyan (53-71)
Gurbani (71-74)
Pahre (74-78)
Chhant (78-81)
Vanjara (81-82)
Vaar Siri Raag (83-91)
Bhagat Bani (91-93)
ਰਾਗੁ ਮਾਝ | Raag Maajh
Gurbani (94-109)
Ashtpadi (109)
Ashtpadiyan (110-129)
Ashtpadi (129-130)
Ashtpadiyan (130-133)
Bara Maha (133-136)
Din Raen (136-137)
Vaar Maajh Ki (137-150)
ਰਾਗੁ ਗਉੜੀ | Raag Gauree
Gurbani (151-185)
Quartets/Couplets (185-220)
Ashtpadiyan (220-234)
Karhalei (234-235)
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Gurbani (347-348)
Chaupaday (348-364)
Panchpadde (364-365)
Kaafee (365-409)
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Chhant (435-462)
Vaar Aasaa (462-475)
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ਰਾਗੁ ਗੂਜਰੀ | Raag Goojaree
Gurbani (489-503)
Ashtpadiyan (503-508)
Vaar Gujari (508-517)
Vaar Gujari (517-526)
ਰਾਗੁ ਦੇਵਗੰਧਾਰੀ | Raag Dayv-Gandhaaree
Gurbani (527-536)
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Gurbani (537-556)
Chhant (538-548)
Vaar Bihaagraa (548-556)
ਰਾਗੁ ਵਡਹੰਸ | Raag Wadhans
Gurbani (557-564)
Ashtpadiyan (564-565)
Chhant (565-575)
Ghoriaan (575-578)
Alaahaniiaa (578-582)
Vaar Wadhans (582-594)
ਰਾਗੁ ਸੋਰਠਿ | Raag Sorath
Gurbani (595-634)
Asatpadhiya (634-642)
Vaar Sorath (642-659)
ਰਾਗੁ ਧਨਾਸਰੀ | Raag Dhanasaree
Gurbani (660-685)
Astpadhiya (685-687)
Chhant (687-691)
Bhagat Bani (691-695)
ਰਾਗੁ ਜੈਤਸਰੀ | Raag Jaitsree
Gurbani (696-703)
Chhant (703-705)
Vaar Jaitsaree (705-710)
Bhagat Bani (710)
ਰਾਗੁ ਟੋਡੀ | Raag Todee
ਰਾਗੁ ਬੈਰਾੜੀ | Raag Bairaaree
ਰਾਗੁ ਤਿਲੰਗ | Raag Tilang
Gurbani (721-727)
Bhagat Bani (727)
ਰਾਗੁ ਸੂਹੀ | Raag Suhi
Gurbani (728-750)
Ashtpadiyan (750-761)
Kaafee (761-762)
Suchajee (762)
Gunvantee (763)
Chhant (763-785)
Vaar Soohee (785-792)
Bhagat Bani (792-794)
ਰਾਗੁ ਬਿਲਾਵਲੁ | Raag Bilaaval
Gurbani (795-831)
Ashtpadiyan (831-838)
Thitteen (838-840)
Vaar Sat (841-843)
Chhant (843-848)
Vaar Bilaaval (849-855)
Bhagat Bani (855-858)
ਰਾਗੁ ਗੋਂਡ | Raag Gond
Gurbani (859-869)
Ashtpadiyan (869)
Bhagat Bani (870-875)
ਰਾਗੁ ਰਾਮਕਲੀ | Raag Ramkalee
Ashtpadiyan (902-916)
Gurbani (876-902)
Anand (917-922)
Sadd (923-924)
Chhant (924-929)
Dakhnee (929-938)
Sidh Gosat (938-946)
Vaar Ramkalee (947-968)
ਰਾਗੁ ਨਟ ਨਾਰਾਇਨ | Raag Nat Narayan
Gurbani (975-980)
Ashtpadiyan (980-983)
ਰਾਗੁ ਮਾਲੀ ਗਉੜਾ | Raag Maalee Gauraa
Gurbani (984-988)
Bhagat Bani (988)
ਰਾਗੁ ਮਾਰੂ | Raag Maaroo
Gurbani (889-1008)
Ashtpadiyan (1008-1014)
Kaafee (1014-1016)
Ashtpadiyan (1016-1019)
Anjulian (1019-1020)
Solhe (1020-1033)
Dakhni (1033-1043)
ਰਾਗੁ ਤੁਖਾਰੀ | Raag Tukhaari
Bara Maha (1107-1110)
Chhant (1110-1117)
ਰਾਗੁ ਕੇਦਾਰਾ | Raag Kedara
Gurbani (1118-1123)
Bhagat Bani (1123-1124)
ਰਾਗੁ ਭੈਰਉ | Raag Bhairo
Gurbani (1125-1152)
Partaal (1153)
Ashtpadiyan (1153-1167)
ਰਾਗੁ ਬਸੰਤੁ | Raag Basant
Gurbani (1168-1187)
Ashtpadiyan (1187-1193)
Vaar Basant (1193-1196)
ਰਾਗੁ ਸਾਰਗ | Raag Saarag
Gurbani (1197-1200)
Partaal (1200-1231)
Ashtpadiyan (1232-1236)
Chhant (1236-1237)
Vaar Saarang (1237-1253)
ਰਾਗੁ ਮਲਾਰ | Raag Malaar
Gurbani (1254-1293)
Partaal (1265-1273)
Ashtpadiyan (1273-1278)
Chhant (1278)
Vaar Malaar (1278-91)
Bhagat Bani (1292-93)
ਰਾਗੁ ਕਾਨੜਾ | Raag Kaanraa
Gurbani (1294-96)
Partaal (1296-1318)
Ashtpadiyan (1308-1312)
Chhant (1312)
Vaar Kaanraa
Bhagat Bani (1318)
ਰਾਗੁ ਕਲਿਆਨ | Raag Kalyaan
Gurbani (1319-23)
Ashtpadiyan (1323-26)
ਰਾਗੁ ਪ੍ਰਭਾਤੀ | Raag Prabhaatee
Gurbani (1327-1341)
Ashtpadiyan (1342-51)
ਰਾਗੁ ਜੈਜਾਵੰਤੀ | Raag Jaijaiwanti
Gurbani (1352-53)
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Sehskritee Mahala 1
Sehskritee Mahala 5
Gaathaa Mahala 5
Phunhay Mahala 5
Chaubolae Mahala 5
Shaloks Bhagat Kabir
Shaloks Sheikh Farid
Swaiyyae Mahala 5
Swaiyyae in Praise of Gurus
Shaloks in Addition To Vaars
Shalok Ninth Mehl
Mundavanee Mehl 5
ਰਾਗ ਮਾਲਾ, Raag Maalaa
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Amritsar Keeps Bas-Relief Art Form Alive (From Sikh Chic)
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<blockquote data-quote="spnadmin" data-source="post: 120126" data-attributes="member: 35"><p><strong>Amritsar Keeps Bas-Relief Art Form Alive </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><strong> <small>by RAVINDER SINGH ROBIN</small></strong></p><p></p><p><!-- <small>February 7th, 2010</small>--> </p><p> </p><p> Several ancient art forms such as copper relief art are on the verge of extinction on the subcontinent, but a few artisans in Amritsar, Pun jab, have preserved this ancient form.</p><p></p><p>Bas-relief is a sculpture technique which is as old as humankind's artistic explorations and is closely related to high relief. In Amritsar, these craftsmen have been practicing this craft for centuries. But, it is expensive and that has led to a decline in demand.</p><p></p><p>Built during 1574 AD, the sacred Sri Harmandar Sahib (The Golden Temple) is famous for its architectural beauty and charm. The exquisite golden structure called Sri Darbar Sahib is unique and though it has elements of Islamic and Buddhist architecture, the bas-relief and the intricately inlaid artwork that adorn its walls reflect a unique Sikh architecture. </p><p> The gold and copper craftwork was done under the patronage of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in early 19th century, and the responsibility for the task was given to Mistri Yar Mohammad Khan, under the supervision of Bhai Sand Singh.</p><p></p><p>"According to Sikh history, the work was earlier done as per the Mughal architecture. Sikh Gurus converted it as per Sikh art. Later, Maharaja Ranjit Singh had the roof of the temple gilded with gold and got naqashi and frescoes made by skilled craftsmen. Maharaja Ranjit Singh promoted these craftsmen," said Baba Amrik Singh, dera kar sewa wale.</p><p></p><p>The craftsmen locally known as 'thathrias' still carry on the tradition of copper relief art in Amritsar. They make copper panels in relief with intricate designs, which are used to decorate religious buildings and affluent houses. </p><p> Unfortunately, this art is on the verge of extinction since there are only a few people left who know the technique of relief work. </p><p> Ramesh Kumar is a fourth generation craftsman who believes that next generation is not very keen on carrying forward the tradition.</p><p></p><p>"We do the entire work by hand. Very few things are done on machine. One can get gold polish done on these copper artifacts. And it is also possible to have gold coating on it. To make it more stunning we do naqashi work. And its cost that is 170 dollars then it goes up to 220 dollars. Only three to four families still practice this craft as youngsters don't want to continue with it," said the craftsman.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="spnadmin, post: 120126, member: 35"] [B]Amritsar Keeps Bas-Relief Art Form Alive [/B] [B] <small>by RAVINDER SINGH ROBIN</small>[/B] <!-- <small>February 7th, 2010</small>--> Several ancient art forms such as copper relief art are on the verge of extinction on the subcontinent, but a few artisans in Amritsar, Pun jab, have preserved this ancient form. Bas-relief is a sculpture technique which is as old as humankind's artistic explorations and is closely related to high relief. In Amritsar, these craftsmen have been practicing this craft for centuries. But, it is expensive and that has led to a decline in demand. Built during 1574 AD, the sacred Sri Harmandar Sahib (The Golden Temple) is famous for its architectural beauty and charm. The exquisite golden structure called Sri Darbar Sahib is unique and though it has elements of Islamic and Buddhist architecture, the bas-relief and the intricately inlaid artwork that adorn its walls reflect a unique Sikh architecture. The gold and copper craftwork was done under the patronage of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in early 19th century, and the responsibility for the task was given to Mistri Yar Mohammad Khan, under the supervision of Bhai Sand Singh. "According to Sikh history, the work was earlier done as per the Mughal architecture. Sikh Gurus converted it as per Sikh art. Later, Maharaja Ranjit Singh had the roof of the temple gilded with gold and got naqashi and frescoes made by skilled craftsmen. Maharaja Ranjit Singh promoted these craftsmen," said Baba Amrik Singh, dera kar sewa wale. The craftsmen locally known as 'thathrias' still carry on the tradition of copper relief art in Amritsar. They make copper panels in relief with intricate designs, which are used to decorate religious buildings and affluent houses. Unfortunately, this art is on the verge of extinction since there are only a few people left who know the technique of relief work. Ramesh Kumar is a fourth generation craftsman who believes that next generation is not very keen on carrying forward the tradition. "We do the entire work by hand. Very few things are done on machine. One can get gold polish done on these copper artifacts. And it is also possible to have gold coating on it. To make it more stunning we do naqashi work. And its cost that is 170 dollars then it goes up to 220 dollars. Only three to four families still practice this craft as youngsters don't want to continue with it," said the craftsman. [/QUOTE]
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