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ਸੋ ਦਰੁ | So Dar
ਸੋਹਿਲਾ | Sohilaa
ਰਾਗੁ ਸਿਰੀਰਾਗੁ | Raag Siree-Raag
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)
Ashtpadiyan (235-242)
Chhant (242-249)
Baavan Akhari (250-262)
Sukhmani (262-296)
Thittee (296-300)
Gauree kii Vaar (300-323)
Gurbani (323-330)
Ashtpadiyan (330-340)
Baavan Akhari (340-343)
Thintteen (343-344)
Vaar Kabir (344-345)
Bhagat Bani (345-346)
ਰਾਗੁ ਆਸਾ | Raag Aasaa
Gurbani (347-348)
Chaupaday (348-364)
Panchpadde (364-365)
Kaafee (365-409)
Aasaavaree (409-411)
Ashtpadiyan (411-432)
Patee (432-435)
Chhant (435-462)
Vaar Aasaa (462-475)
Bhagat Bani (475-488)
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)
ਰਾਗੁ ਬਿਹਾਗੜਾ | Raag Bihaagraa
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)
Salok | Gatha | Phunahe | Chaubole | Swayiye
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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<blockquote data-quote="spnadmin" data-source="post: 122549" data-attributes="member: 35"><p><strong>Sikh Odyssey: A New Trivia Game</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> <a href="http://www.sikhchic.com/history/sikh_odyssey_a_new_trivia_game" target="_blank">sikhchic.com | The Art and Culture of the Diaspora | Sikh Odyssey: A New Trivia Game</a> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> William Hodding Carter, the renowned American journalist, author and activist, once said: "There are only two lasting bequests we can give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings." </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> What roots are we as Sikhs bequeathing to our children growing in this complex information-age world? </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> Sikh children must have a strong sense of religious and cultural identity. Strong dentities include knowing who you are and where you have come from. This task is by no means easy. Many efforts are being made by parents and other organizations in order to instill a sense of an immense and vast Sikh history and religion. </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> Amidst these efforts, a unique product has been developed by Kulbir Kaur. </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Kulbir was born in India and immigrated to Canada at the age of 16. She has been in the teaching field for the last 20 years doing many different things. In raising her two children, she was looking for an entertaining way to instill the basics of Sikh religion and Punjab to her children. </strong></p><p> <strong></strong></p><p><strong> She felt that in this information age, the Sikh children must know about their past.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> Kulbir firmly believes that 'knowledge is power.' She felt that many Sikh children have a limited knowledge of Sikh Religion and Punjab and therefore are unable to understand their history, culture and traditions. </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>After a lot of experimentation and testing, Kulbir has developed a trivia game. This game is unique and kids who have been introduced to it to date find it addictive. They spend a lot of time learning when they don't even realize that they are learning. Of course, learning is more enjoyable when it is fun. This game is in simple English so that all children can benefit, even if they are not fluent in Punjabi. And parents readily join in the fun, because many of the questions challenge them as well.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>The game is about the Sikh journey, hence the name of the game: "Sikh Odyssey". </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> It is in the form of a trivia game. It includes 540 questions, answers and facts about the Sikh religion and Punjab. This game has something for everyone; it has simple questions for children and some interesting questions for adul;ts as well. The questions are based on the Gurus, Guru Granth Sahib, Bhagats, Shaheeds, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Sikh Women Heroes, Punjabi, Punjab, Sikhs in the diaspora, and much more. It covers the entire five cebnturies of our history and significant events and achievements that have taken place. All significant events are covered in a way that in a series of questions, the entire story is told.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>This game makes a perfect gift for a Sikh family and even serves as a resource for any non-Sikh family. Many institutions are using these games as prizes for their members because educational toys make an ideal gift for the individual and family. These games can be used as prizes at birthday parties, competitions, Punjabi and Gurmat classes and even for sports events. </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Businesses and individuals may sponsor this game. They may buy some games and donate. This is a great way to get Sikh children hooked onto Sikh and Punjab history. No doubt that these types of things take a lot of hard work and efforts and cannot succeed without the support of the entire community.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>For information about this game, contact Kulbir Kaur at (905) 794-8767 or visit <a href="http://www.sikhodyssey.com" target="_blank">Sikh Relgion Trivia Board Game - ******* Sikh Religion and Punjab Trivia Game</a>.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Here are some sample Questions from the game.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Q: Which Guru lived the longest? </em></strong></p><p><strong>A: Guru Amaar Das Ji , 95</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Q: Name the five rivers of Punjab.</em></strong></p><p><strong>A: Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, Beas</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Q: When did Maharaja Ranjit Singh rule Punjab? </em></strong></p><p><strong>A: 1799 - 1839</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Q: Who was the first Sikh Guru to be a martyr? </em></strong></p><p><strong>A: Guru Arjan Dev Ji, May 1606</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Q: Who was the first Sikh woman martyr? </em></strong></p><p><strong>A: Mata Gujri Ji.</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong><em>Q: When was Shaheed Bhagat Singh born? </em></strong></p><p><strong>A: 27 September 1907 </strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> <em>Q: When was the first Gurdwara Sahib opened in Canada? </em></strong></p><p><strong>A: 1908 </strong></p><p><strong> <em>Q: What does 'Singh' mean? </em> </strong></p><p><strong> A: Lion</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> <em>Q: How many shabads are in Guru Granth Sahib Ji? </em> </strong></p><p><strong> A: 5872 Shabads</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong> <em>Q: How many times does the Mool Mantar appear in Guru Granth Sahib Ji?</em></strong></p><p><strong>A: 33 times</strong></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="spnadmin, post: 122549, member: 35"] [B]Sikh Odyssey: A New Trivia Game [URL="http://www.sikhchic.com/history/sikh_odyssey_a_new_trivia_game"]sikhchic.com | The Art and Culture of the Diaspora | Sikh Odyssey: A New Trivia Game[/URL] William Hodding Carter, the renowned American journalist, author and activist, once said: "There are only two lasting bequests we can give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings." What roots are we as Sikhs bequeathing to our children growing in this complex information-age world? Sikh children must have a strong sense of religious and cultural identity. Strong dentities include knowing who you are and where you have come from. This task is by no means easy. Many efforts are being made by parents and other organizations in order to instill a sense of an immense and vast Sikh history and religion. Amidst these efforts, a unique product has been developed by Kulbir Kaur. Kulbir was born in India and immigrated to Canada at the age of 16. She has been in the teaching field for the last 20 years doing many different things. In raising her two children, she was looking for an entertaining way to instill the basics of Sikh religion and Punjab to her children. She felt that in this information age, the Sikh children must know about their past. Kulbir firmly believes that 'knowledge is power.' She felt that many Sikh children have a limited knowledge of Sikh Religion and Punjab and therefore are unable to understand their history, culture and traditions. After a lot of experimentation and testing, Kulbir has developed a trivia game. This game is unique and kids who have been introduced to it to date find it addictive. They spend a lot of time learning when they don't even realize that they are learning. Of course, learning is more enjoyable when it is fun. This game is in simple English so that all children can benefit, even if they are not fluent in Punjabi. And parents readily join in the fun, because many of the questions challenge them as well. The game is about the Sikh journey, hence the name of the game: "Sikh Odyssey". It is in the form of a trivia game. It includes 540 questions, answers and facts about the Sikh religion and Punjab. This game has something for everyone; it has simple questions for children and some interesting questions for adul;ts as well. The questions are based on the Gurus, Guru Granth Sahib, Bhagats, Shaheeds, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Sikh Women Heroes, Punjabi, Punjab, Sikhs in the diaspora, and much more. It covers the entire five cebnturies of our history and significant events and achievements that have taken place. All significant events are covered in a way that in a series of questions, the entire story is told. This game makes a perfect gift for a Sikh family and even serves as a resource for any non-Sikh family. Many institutions are using these games as prizes for their members because educational toys make an ideal gift for the individual and family. These games can be used as prizes at birthday parties, competitions, Punjabi and Gurmat classes and even for sports events. Businesses and individuals may sponsor this game. They may buy some games and donate. This is a great way to get Sikh children hooked onto Sikh and Punjab history. No doubt that these types of things take a lot of hard work and efforts and cannot succeed without the support of the entire community. For information about this game, contact Kulbir Kaur at (905) 794-8767 or visit [URL="http://www.sikhodyssey.com"]Sikh Relgion Trivia Board Game - ******* Sikh Religion and Punjab Trivia Game[/URL]. Here are some sample Questions from the game. [I]Q: Which Guru lived the longest? [/I] A: Guru Amaar Das Ji , 95 [I]Q: Name the five rivers of Punjab.[/I] A: Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, Beas [I]Q: When did Maharaja Ranjit Singh rule Punjab? [/I] A: 1799 - 1839 [I]Q: Who was the first Sikh Guru to be a martyr? [/I] A: Guru Arjan Dev Ji, May 1606 [I]Q: Who was the first Sikh woman martyr? [/I] A: Mata Gujri Ji. [I]Q: When was Shaheed Bhagat Singh born? [/I] A: 27 September 1907 [I]Q: When was the first Gurdwara Sahib opened in Canada? [/I] A: 1908 [I]Q: What does 'Singh' mean? [/I] A: Lion [I]Q: How many shabads are in Guru Granth Sahib Ji? [/I] A: 5872 Shabads [I]Q: How many times does the Mool Mantar appear in Guru Granth Sahib Ji?[/I] A: 33 times[/B] [/QUOTE]
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