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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="Harry Haller" data-source="post: 185886" data-attributes="member: 14641"><p>I think you have a wonderful attitude, welcome to this forum, I hope you enlighten yourself and find the right path. </p><p> </p><p>My answers are not as cuddly as the others, I hope you do not take offence at any of them</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>To me, this is the equivalent of someone wanting to join the army and asking where they can get a Generals uniform. A film I am currently watching, 300, for the 87th time, has this line in it 'earn these shields boys', a turban has to be earned, but many people make the mistake of thinking they can just put one on and it makes them a Sikh, in my view this sort of thinking should be avoided as it gives you false understanding and pride. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>it doesnt, the taking of Amrit has no magical or spiritual properties, it does not change who you are, or infuse you with anything. The taking of Amrit is a declaration that your head now belongs to the Guru. It is a statement, like 'will you marry me', those that take Amrit in the hope that it will make things better are deluded, in the same way that couples that get married in the hope it will save their relationship are deluded, We take Amrit when we are ready to give ourselves, body and soul, to the Creator. </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>It depends on the Gurdwara, and ironically what colour you are, if you are indian looking, then it is not a problem, if you are white, black, chinese, or anything other than indian looking, then someone will probably raise an objection, remember Gurdwaras are run by human beings, some of whom are more petty than others, does it have racist overtones, yes, it probably does, but the fact of the matter remains, two indian non baptised Sikhs getting married in a Gurdwara is quite common, two non baptised koreans would raise eyebrows and objections. Also, remember, getting married is not quite the same as the Anand Karaj, the Anand Karaj requires you to be at least aware what you are getting yourself into, and the spiritual responsibilities thereafter, it is a union between three, you, your partner, and Creator. It is a bit like ordering the most tasty dish on a menu, without any idea of whats in it, and then just staring at it for an hour, and then leaving. To most, Anand Karaj is just something to get out of the way before the drinking and dancing, to those for whom it is the best part, the most uplifting part, I have much respect, and admiration, and possibly even a bit of envy. </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>A baptised would not dream of being married anywhere else <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>I find those that do not believe they are still living in India pre partition quite progressive, I am sure there are american members here that can guide you,. </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>I, personally do not consider myself Sikh enough to wear a kara, but that is my personal failing, having said that, I think the next time I meet my father, I may ask for one of his old ones, as I am getting better <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" />. The best karas are those that are inscibed ' for kara use only' lol, no just kidding, I think the simpler and plainer the better, it is not an item of jewelry, or an item of show. </p><p> </p><p></p><p> </p><p>Sikhism itself is quite simple, one Creator, love and compassion for fellow being, raise yourself to the best you can be, academically, in your mind, your thoughts, aspirations, physically, it is to be the best you can be, until you get to the point where you are Creation and Creation is you, and you see Creation in everything, at this point, Amrit Chak, and maintain this till you die. </p><p> </p><p>There are other sects, some believe in a living Guru, some believe in Vedic practices, some believe in Martial practices, some follow other manuscripts, some are veggies, and some are plain on the make, the best advice I can give you is to read through some of the threads on this forum, they give an unbelievably unbiased view of most facets of Sikh life, educate yourself, ask questions, I hope you have a wonderful journey, ! <img src="/images/smilies/sikhsmileys/munda_hug.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":mundahug:" title="Munda Hug :mundahug:" data-shortname=":mundahug:" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Harry Haller, post: 185886, member: 14641"] I think you have a wonderful attitude, welcome to this forum, I hope you enlighten yourself and find the right path. My answers are not as cuddly as the others, I hope you do not take offence at any of them To me, this is the equivalent of someone wanting to join the army and asking where they can get a Generals uniform. A film I am currently watching, 300, for the 87th time, has this line in it 'earn these shields boys', a turban has to be earned, but many people make the mistake of thinking they can just put one on and it makes them a Sikh, in my view this sort of thinking should be avoided as it gives you false understanding and pride. it doesnt, the taking of Amrit has no magical or spiritual properties, it does not change who you are, or infuse you with anything. The taking of Amrit is a declaration that your head now belongs to the Guru. It is a statement, like 'will you marry me', those that take Amrit in the hope that it will make things better are deluded, in the same way that couples that get married in the hope it will save their relationship are deluded, We take Amrit when we are ready to give ourselves, body and soul, to the Creator. It depends on the Gurdwara, and ironically what colour you are, if you are indian looking, then it is not a problem, if you are white, black, chinese, or anything other than indian looking, then someone will probably raise an objection, remember Gurdwaras are run by human beings, some of whom are more petty than others, does it have racist overtones, yes, it probably does, but the fact of the matter remains, two indian non baptised Sikhs getting married in a Gurdwara is quite common, two non baptised koreans would raise eyebrows and objections. Also, remember, getting married is not quite the same as the Anand Karaj, the Anand Karaj requires you to be at least aware what you are getting yourself into, and the spiritual responsibilities thereafter, it is a union between three, you, your partner, and Creator. It is a bit like ordering the most tasty dish on a menu, without any idea of whats in it, and then just staring at it for an hour, and then leaving. To most, Anand Karaj is just something to get out of the way before the drinking and dancing, to those for whom it is the best part, the most uplifting part, I have much respect, and admiration, and possibly even a bit of envy. A baptised would not dream of being married anywhere else :) I find those that do not believe they are still living in India pre partition quite progressive, I am sure there are american members here that can guide you,. I, personally do not consider myself Sikh enough to wear a kara, but that is my personal failing, having said that, I think the next time I meet my father, I may ask for one of his old ones, as I am getting better :). The best karas are those that are inscibed ' for kara use only' lol, no just kidding, I think the simpler and plainer the better, it is not an item of jewelry, or an item of show. Sikhism itself is quite simple, one Creator, love and compassion for fellow being, raise yourself to the best you can be, academically, in your mind, your thoughts, aspirations, physically, it is to be the best you can be, until you get to the point where you are Creation and Creation is you, and you see Creation in everything, at this point, Amrit Chak, and maintain this till you die. There are other sects, some believe in a living Guru, some believe in Vedic practices, some believe in Martial practices, some follow other manuscripts, some are veggies, and some are plain on the make, the best advice I can give you is to read through some of the threads on this forum, they give an unbelievably unbiased view of most facets of Sikh life, educate yourself, ask questions, I hope you have a wonderful journey, ! :mundahug: [/QUOTE]
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