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Guru Granth Sahib
Composition, Arrangement & Layout
ਜਪੁ | Jup
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: 115169" data-attributes="member: 35"><p>Vikram ji</p><p></p><p><span style="color: DarkGreen">I did some googling and found an article about him. But here is a reputable newspaper writing an article about him. Did any one do any checking? </span></p><p><table class="articlehead"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" width="85px"></p><p> </td> <td> <strong> Merging one's soul with God Baba Daljit Singh teaches virtues to live by at Guru Nanak Sikh Mission.(Neighbor) </strong></p><p></p><p> <dl class="byline"><dt class="first">Article from:</dt><dd><a href="http://www.highbeam.com/Search.aspx?pid=1772%7c%7c%7c5444&sort=DT&sortdir=D" target="_blank">Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) </a></dd><dt>Article date:</dt><dd><a href="http://www.highbeam.com/Search.aspx?q=%20pubdate:[20060105;20060111]" target="_blank">January 8, 2006</a></dd><dt>Author:</dt><dd> <a href="http://www.highbeam.com/Search.aspx?q=author:%22Pierri%2c+Vincent%22" target="_blank"><script type="text/javascript" language="javascript">document.writeln('Pierri, Vincent');document.getElementById('ctl00_ph_ctl00_ArticleMain_AuthorLinks_ctl01_lnkAuthor').title='Pierri, Vincent'</script>Pierri, Vincent Pierri, Vincent Pierri, Vincent Pierri, Vincent </a> </dd></dl> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> Byline: Vincent Pierri Daily Herald Staff Writer </p><p> ***** </p><p> CORRECTION/date 01-19-2006: The incorrect title was given for Baba Daljit Singh in a story in the Jan. 8 Neighbor section. The correct title is Founder of the Guru Nanak Sikh Mission of America. </p><p> ***** </p><p> The diversity of religious tradition is growing. Men and women with spiritual zeal are making a difference in the lives of their congregations and the community. Who are these shepherds? What are their beliefs, values? In a recurring series featuring Lake County's spiritual leaders, here's an inside look at the lives of some people of God. </p><p></p><p> The Guru Nanak Sikh Mission of America is about a half mile west of downtown Island Lake, but once inside, it's easy to forget you're even in Lake County. </p><p></p><p> The ornately decorated gudwara, or house of worship, pulses with a sense of the sacred. It is holy ground for local Sikhs. </p><p></p><p> Enshrined under highly polished gold colored arches and a domed top, the Sikh holy book, known as the "Guru Granth Sahib," takes center stage. The text has ultimate spiritual authority for the faithful, teaching them to love God and imitate his virtues. </p><p></p><p> Founding guru Baba Daljit Singh, the 44-year-old bearded spiritual leader of the 500-member congregation, is hoping those virtues will have a positive impact on the neighboring community. </p><p></p><p> The gudwara in Island Lake serves the national headquarters for all Sikhs living in the United States. It opened its doors in 1997. </p><p></p><p> The temple is seen by thousands of drivers along Route 176, but it's likely many don't know what Sikhs believe. Singh says his people are often confused with Muslims or Hindus. </p><p></p><p> The word Sikh means "disciple" or "learner," Singh explained. </p><p> They believe in one god and follow the teachings of 10 gurus. The religion was founded in the Punjab area of India by Guru Nakak in the 15th century. The last guru, Gobind Singh, died in 1708. </p><p></p><p> In 1990, there were about 13,000 followers in the United States. That number has grown to more than 80,000 and almost 25 million worldwide. </p><p> Sikhs reject all forms of idol worship and keep to strict rules regarding dress and diet. </p><p></p><p> Commonly known as the five "K's," members must wear the emblems of their religion. </p><p></p><p> The "Kesh," or uncut hair, symbolizes an acceptance of God's will. A wooden comb called a "Kangha" is carried as a sign of cleanliness. A steel bracelet or "Kara" stands for allegiance to God. The "Kachhara" is a special undergarment representing purity and a small dagger called a "Kirpan" is a sign of resistance to evil. Eating meat, using tobacco and drinking alcohol are all forbidden. </p><p></p><p> Sikhs believe salvation is the merging of one's soul with God in a "supreme state," according to Singh. That goal is achieved by living according to Sikh rules and traditions and by doing good to family and society. It also requires sharing food with others, meditation, charity and selfless service. </p><p> Singh says his religion is a relevant and practical faith and speaks to today's problems. "Ours is a faith of hope and optimism," he said. "It shows people how to live a worthy and useful life." </p><p></p><p> - The Guru Nanak Sikh Mission of America is at 217 W. State Road (Route 176) in Island Lake. Call (847) 526-5633 for more information.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="spnadmin, post: 115169, member: 35"] Vikram ji [COLOR=DarkGreen]I did some googling and found an article about him. But here is a reputable newspaper writing an article about him. Did any one do any checking? [/COLOR] <table class="articlehead"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" width="85px"> </td> <td> [B] Merging one's soul with God Baba Daljit Singh teaches virtues to live by at Guru Nanak Sikh Mission.(Neighbor) [/B] <dl class="byline"><dt class="first">Article from:</dt><dd>[URL="http://www.highbeam.com/Search.aspx?pid=1772%7c%7c%7c5444&sort=DT&sortdir=D"]Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) [/URL]</dd><dt>Article date:</dt><dd>[URL="http://www.highbeam.com/Search.aspx?q=%20pubdate:[20060105;20060111]"]January 8, 2006[/URL]</dd><dt>Author:</dt><dd> [URL="http://www.highbeam.com/Search.aspx?q=author:%22Pierri%2c+Vincent%22"]<script type="text/javascript" language="javascript">document.writeln('Pierri, Vincent');document.getElementById('ctl00_ph_ctl00_ArticleMain_AuthorLinks_ctl01_lnkAuthor').title='Pierri, Vincent'</script>Pierri, Vincent Pierri, Vincent Pierri, Vincent Pierri, Vincent [/URL] </dd></dl> </td> </tr> </tbody></table> Byline: Vincent Pierri Daily Herald Staff Writer ***** CORRECTION/date 01-19-2006: The incorrect title was given for Baba Daljit Singh in a story in the Jan. 8 Neighbor section. The correct title is Founder of the Guru Nanak Sikh Mission of America. ***** The diversity of religious tradition is growing. Men and women with spiritual zeal are making a difference in the lives of their congregations and the community. Who are these shepherds? What are their beliefs, values? In a recurring series featuring Lake County's spiritual leaders, here's an inside look at the lives of some people of God. The Guru Nanak Sikh Mission of America is about a half mile west of downtown Island Lake, but once inside, it's easy to forget you're even in Lake County. The ornately decorated gudwara, or house of worship, pulses with a sense of the sacred. It is holy ground for local Sikhs. Enshrined under highly polished gold colored arches and a domed top, the Sikh holy book, known as the "Guru Granth Sahib," takes center stage. The text has ultimate spiritual authority for the faithful, teaching them to love God and imitate his virtues. Founding guru Baba Daljit Singh, the 44-year-old bearded spiritual leader of the 500-member congregation, is hoping those virtues will have a positive impact on the neighboring community. The gudwara in Island Lake serves the national headquarters for all Sikhs living in the United States. It opened its doors in 1997. The temple is seen by thousands of drivers along Route 176, but it's likely many don't know what Sikhs believe. Singh says his people are often confused with Muslims or Hindus. The word Sikh means "disciple" or "learner," Singh explained. They believe in one god and follow the teachings of 10 gurus. The religion was founded in the Punjab area of India by Guru Nakak in the 15th century. The last guru, Gobind Singh, died in 1708. In 1990, there were about 13,000 followers in the United States. That number has grown to more than 80,000 and almost 25 million worldwide. Sikhs reject all forms of idol worship and keep to strict rules regarding dress and diet. Commonly known as the five "K's," members must wear the emblems of their religion. The "Kesh," or uncut hair, symbolizes an acceptance of God's will. A wooden comb called a "Kangha" is carried as a sign of cleanliness. A steel bracelet or "Kara" stands for allegiance to God. The "Kachhara" is a special undergarment representing purity and a small dagger called a "Kirpan" is a sign of resistance to evil. Eating meat, using tobacco and drinking alcohol are all forbidden. Sikhs believe salvation is the merging of one's soul with God in a "supreme state," according to Singh. That goal is achieved by living according to Sikh rules and traditions and by doing good to family and society. It also requires sharing food with others, meditation, charity and selfless service. Singh says his religion is a relevant and practical faith and speaks to today's problems. "Ours is a faith of hope and optimism," he said. "It shows people how to live a worthy and useful life." - The Guru Nanak Sikh Mission of America is at 217 W. State Road (Route 176) in Island Lake. Call (847) 526-5633 for more information. [/QUOTE]
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