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Gurbani (14-53)
Ashtpadiyan (53-71)
Gurbani (71-74)
Pahre (74-78)
Chhant (78-81)
Vanjara (81-82)
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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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Thintteen (343-344)
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ਰਾਗੁ ਆਸਾ | Raag Aasaa
Gurbani (347-348)
Chaupaday (348-364)
Panchpadde (364-365)
Kaafee (365-409)
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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)
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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 5
Gaathaa Mahala 5
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Shaloks Bhagat Kabir
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Swaiyyae in Praise of Gurus
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<blockquote data-quote="spnadmin" data-source="post: 106855" data-attributes="member: 35"><p>Sangat ji</p><p></p><p>There are topics that many newcomers to Sikhism ask about frequently. The first visit to a gurdwara is something that I have noticed causes a little case of nerves. It is understandable because when a religion is completely new -- and when services fall completely outside of one's past experiences - well, a person just doesn't want to feel stupid, act in ways that are culturally offensive, or be so baffled that nothing is learned</p><p></p><p>A gurdwara which is the Sikh place of worship is open to all humanity without exceptions, open to all races, levels of society and creeds. And a Sikh of the Guru must per Gurbani help anyone who seeks to know more about the panth. </p><p></p><p>First rule of course is -- DO NOT BE NERVOUS (easier said than done). You will find it is an enjoyable experience. And one that is as different from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim traditions as can be imagined. We can discuss why later. Just imagine yourself "in sangat" which means a gathering of people who are relaxed and happy in their devotion to Guruji.</p><p></p><p>This thread consists of a series of articles from the blog of Sukhmandir Khalsa ji found on About.com an Internet site. They are rally wonderful articles with pictures and descriptions that ring true to my own personal experience. </p><p>------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>Introduction</p><p></p><p> <strong>All About the Sikh Gurdwara</strong></p><p></p><p> <strong>Where Sikhs Worship</strong></p><p></p><p> By <a href="http://sikhism.about.com/mbiopage.htm" target="_blank">Sukhmandir Khalsa</a>, About.com</p><p></p><p> <strong>See More About:</strong></p><p></p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><a href="http://sikhism.about.com/lr/gurdwara_the_sikh_place_of_worship/348760/1/" target="_blank">gurdwara the sikh place of worship</a></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><a href="http://sikhism.about.com/lr/activities_in_the_gurdwara/348760/2/" target="_blank">activities in the gurdwara</a></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><a href="http://sikhism.about.com/lr/sikh_worshipers/348760/3/" target="_blank">sikh worshipers</a></li> </ul><p></p><p> The Guru's door is always open and welcoming. Step inside the gurdwara and leave aside differences. A sublime atmosphere of devotion greets the senses. Strains of hymns beckon the ear. An array of vivid hues engage the eye. Bow before the Guru Granth in a moment of humility. A helping of the sacred delicacy, prashad, delights the palate. The scent of food cooking promises the tongue fulfillment. Sit with the congregation and discover a sanctuary for the soul. The opportunity for selfless service presents an unparalleled inner cleansing experience. </p><p></p><p></p><p><a href="http://z.about.com/d/sikhism/1/0/T/2/-/-/GB2_120x.JPG" target="_blank"><img src="http://z.about.com/d/sikhism/1/6/T/2/-/-/GB2_120x.JPG" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></a>Photo © [Khalsa Panth]</p><p><em>Gurdwara</em> means the "guru's door". A gurdwara is the Sikh meeting place for worship. The members of the congregation, welcome all people to visit any gurdwara regardless of caste, color, or creed.</p><p> </p><p></p><p>Source <a href="http://sikhism.about.com/od/gurdwaras/tp/Gurdwara-Facility-and-Function.htm" target="_blank">All About the Sikh Gurdwara - Where Sikhs Worship</a></p><p><a href="http://sikhism.about.com/od/history/a/Golden_Temple.htm" target="_blank"></a></p><p><a href="http://sikhism.about.com/od/history/a/Golden_Temple.htm" target="_blank"></a></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="spnadmin, post: 106855, member: 35"] Sangat ji There are topics that many newcomers to Sikhism ask about frequently. The first visit to a gurdwara is something that I have noticed causes a little case of nerves. It is understandable because when a religion is completely new -- and when services fall completely outside of one's past experiences - well, a person just doesn't want to feel stupid, act in ways that are culturally offensive, or be so baffled that nothing is learned A gurdwara which is the Sikh place of worship is open to all humanity without exceptions, open to all races, levels of society and creeds. And a Sikh of the Guru must per Gurbani help anyone who seeks to know more about the panth. First rule of course is -- DO NOT BE NERVOUS (easier said than done). You will find it is an enjoyable experience. And one that is as different from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim traditions as can be imagined. We can discuss why later. Just imagine yourself "in sangat" which means a gathering of people who are relaxed and happy in their devotion to Guruji. This thread consists of a series of articles from the blog of Sukhmandir Khalsa ji found on About.com an Internet site. They are rally wonderful articles with pictures and descriptions that ring true to my own personal experience. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Introduction [B]All About the Sikh Gurdwara[/B] [B]Where Sikhs Worship[/B] By [URL="http://sikhism.about.com/mbiopage.htm"]Sukhmandir Khalsa[/URL], About.com [B]See More About:[/B] [LIST] [*][URL="http://sikhism.about.com/lr/gurdwara_the_sikh_place_of_worship/348760/1/"]gurdwara the sikh place of worship[/URL] [*][URL="http://sikhism.about.com/lr/activities_in_the_gurdwara/348760/2/"]activities in the gurdwara[/URL] [*][URL="http://sikhism.about.com/lr/sikh_worshipers/348760/3/"]sikh worshipers[/URL] [/LIST] The Guru's door is always open and welcoming. Step inside the gurdwara and leave aside differences. A sublime atmosphere of devotion greets the senses. Strains of hymns beckon the ear. An array of vivid hues engage the eye. Bow before the Guru Granth in a moment of humility. A helping of the sacred delicacy, prashad, delights the palate. The scent of food cooking promises the tongue fulfillment. Sit with the congregation and discover a sanctuary for the soul. The opportunity for selfless service presents an unparalleled inner cleansing experience. [URL="http://z.about.com/d/sikhism/1/0/T/2/-/-/GB2_120x.JPG"][IMG]http://z.about.com/d/sikhism/1/6/T/2/-/-/GB2_120x.JPG[/IMG][/URL]Photo © [Khalsa Panth] [I]Gurdwara[/I] means the "guru's door". A gurdwara is the Sikh meeting place for worship. The members of the congregation, welcome all people to visit any gurdwara regardless of caste, color, or creed. Source [URL="http://sikhism.about.com/od/gurdwaras/tp/Gurdwara-Facility-and-Function.htm"]All About the Sikh Gurdwara - Where Sikhs Worship[/URL] [URL="http://sikhism.about.com/od/history/a/Golden_Temple.htm"] [/URL] [/QUOTE]
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