The Japji

Author : Rupinder S. Brar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-13
Category : Sikh philosophy
ISBN : 8194295939

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The Japji of Guru Nanak by Rupinder S. Brar Pdf

The Japji is by far the best-known work of Guru Nanak (1469-1539) - poet, philosopher, historian, composer, First Sikh Guru and founder of the Sikh faith. Many Sikhs recite its sacred verses daily. Its title derives from the root "jap-" meaning to recite or chant. Dr. Rupinder Singh Brar provides in this book a compelling new translation with commentary. This book also examines its core concepts, and presents the Japji as a condensed summary of Guru Nanak's philosophy. This translation and commentary is published to celebrate the 550th anniversary of Guru Nanak's birth (1469-2019).

Author : Nānak (Guru)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1918
Category : Electronic
ISBN : PRNC:32101074225036

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The Japji by Nānak (Guru) Pdf

Author : Rawel Singh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1091545561

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Understanding Japji Sahib by Rawel Singh Pdf

This book presents interpretation of Jap-u, reverently called Japji Sahib, the first composition in Sri Guru Granth Sahib. It is in two parts, the first containing short essays on the main themes and the second stanza-wise interpretation with original Punjabi and English transliteration. The book brings out the principles of a spirituality based practical life. It brings out need for ethical living with faith in God.

Author : Khushwant Singh
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789353574666

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The Sikhs by Khushwant Singh Pdf

In this classic, Khushwant Singh presents a concise history of the followers of one of the world's youngest religions. Beginning with the life and times of the founder, Guru Nanak (1469-1539), he moves on to describe the vital contribution made by the following nine gurus in shaping and developing the Sikh religion; and the significance of the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib, and its centrality to the religion. He examines the setting up of the Singh Sabha and the accompanying social reform, the impact of the Ghadr rebellion and the Akali agitation for control of various Sikh shrines. The new Afterword by his son, journalist Rahul Singh, brings the story of the Sikhs up to date. Authoritative yet accessible, this is one of the most concise and readable accounts of the Sikhs and their faith.

Author : Pashaura Singh
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2003-09-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199087730

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The Guru Granth Sahib by Pashaura Singh Pdf

This book examines three closely related questions in the process of canon formation in the Sikh tradition: how the text of the Adi Granth came into being, the meaning of gurbani, and how the Adi Granth became the Guru Granth Sahib. The censure of scholarly research on the Adi Granth was closely related to the complex political situation of Punjab and brought the whole issue of academic freedom into sharper focus. This book addresses some of these issues from an academic perspective. The Adi Granth, the sacred scripture of the Sikhs, means ‘first religious book’ (from the word ‘adi’ which means ‘first’ and ‘granth’ which means ‘religious book’). Sikhs normally refer to the Adi Granth as the Guru Granth Sahib to indicate a confession of faith in the scripture as Guru. The contents of the Adi Granth are commonly known as bani (utterance) or gurbani (the utterance of the Guru). The transcendental origin (or ontological status) of the hymns of the Adi Granth is termed dhur ki bani (utterance from the beginning). This particular understanding of revelation is based upon the doctrine of the sabad, or divine word, defined by Guru Nanak and the succeeding Gurus. This book also explores the revelation of the bani and its verbal expression, devotional music in the Sikh tradition, the role of the scripture in Sikh ceremonies, and the hymns of Guru Nanak and Guru Arjan.

Author : R. S. Bajpai
Publisher : Atlantic Publishers & Distri
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Hatha yoga
ISBN : 8171569641

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The Splendours and Dimensions of Yoga by R. S. Bajpai Pdf

The Book Entitled, The Splendours And Dimensions Of Yoga Brilliantly Covers Up Eight Limbs Of Yoga. Besides, There Are Very Remarkable Chapters Covering The Entire Gamut Of Science Of Yoga Mostly Dealing With Upanishads And Gita, Also Total Sanskrit Texts To Yoga Sutra Of Sage Patanjali To Prove It A Master-Piece. And There Is A Good Background Of Few Well-Known Yogins And Most Imminent Yoga Scholars, Saints And Tantriks Related To The Art Of Yoga As Well As A Lot Of Original Effort To Depict The Whole Panorama Of It. It Deals With Indian Philosophy, Where Needed, And Also With The Abolition Of All Desires. It Has A Very Remarkable Commentary On Emptiness Of Buddhism, Keeping In Mind All The Trends And Views As Highlighted By H.H. Dalai Lama. This Book Is Rich In New Vision, Freshness And Spiritualism, So Please Try To Own A Copy Of It For Yourself And Get Good Inspiration, Full Joy, Good Health And A Wonderful Experience Of Spiritualism.

Author : Maneshwar S Chahal
Publisher : Fingerprint! Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8172344805

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Japji Sahib Way to God in Sikhism by Maneshwar S Chahal Pdf

Sikhism is the youngest of the major world religions and the most modern and egalitarian in its practice. The scriptural authority for its followers is the 'Gurbani' in the Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Japji Sahib is the quintessential 'bani' and the key to the philosophy expounded by the Gurus. Guru Nanak's Japji Sahib: Way to God in Sikhism by Maneshwar S. Chahal is a unique presentation in that, before offering well-reasoned conclusions, it puts forth many a point of view and not just any single interpretation of the verses. It will help the lay reader to easily understand the Guru's message and offer the scholar ready material for deeper study of this vast subject. At the beginning of the book has been added the text of the verses of Japji in Roman script, as also in 'Gurmukhi' for those who would want to also experience the joy of chanting the 'bani

Author : Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 986 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1900
Category : Asia
ISBN : UOM:39015005874097

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Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain & Ireland by Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland Pdf

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Author : Khushwant Singh,Ashok Chopra
Publisher : Hay House, Inc
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789381398234

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Agnostic Khushwant by Khushwant Singh,Ashok Chopra Pdf

Instead of entering into a pointless debate on whether or not God exists, it is more important to bear in mind that belief in the existence of God has little bearing on making a person a good or a bad citizen. One can be a saintly person without believing in God and a detestable villain believing in Him. In my personalized religion, there is NO GOD! Khushwant Singh, over the decades, has built up a reputation for coming up with something new and controversial in each book, and he does not disappoint his readers this time too. He begins with a chapter on the ‘need for a new religion – without God’, in which he questions the relevance of God. He then moves on to describe how religion has proved to be more harmful than beneficial and, in the process, debunks astrologers and the breed of so-called ‘godmen’. However, he is not dismissive of religion. Through his lucid writing, he brings out the beauty and significance of holy books such as the Bhagvad Gita, the Quran and the Granth Sahib. He provides relevant extracts to highlight the poetry and the music in such books. The author next tries to dispel the prejudices held by many non-Muslims against their Muslim compatriots by giving down-to-earth examples. He also emphasizes the importance of the Ramzaan fast. Khushwant Singh’s description of the life and times of Guru Nanak and Guru Gobind Singh and his in-depth analysis of the Granth Sahib throw new light on a particularly troubled period in India’s history. The chapter devoted to the interaction of the author (a confirmed agnostic) with the Dalai Lama (probably the world’s most renowned spiritual leader) makes for fascinating reading. Here’s one book containing a wealth of knowledge and information that you would want to read or consult again and again.

Author : Rajwant Singh Chilana
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 586 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006-01-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781402030444

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International Bibliography of Sikh Studies by Rajwant Singh Chilana Pdf

The International Bibliography of Sikh Studies brings together all books, composite works, journal articles, conference proceedings, theses, dissertations, project reports, and electronic resources produced in the field of Sikh Studies until June 2004, making it the most complete and up-to-date reference work in the field today. One of the youngest religions of the world, Sikhism has progressively attracted attention on a global scale in recent decades. An increasing number of scholars is exploring the culture, history, politics, and religion of the Sikhs. The growing interest in Sikh Studies has resulted in an avalanche of literature, which is now for the first time brought together in the International Bibliography of Sikh Studies. This monumental work lists over 10,000 English-language publications under almost 30 subheadings, each representing a subfield in Sikh Studies. The Bibliography contains sections on a wide variety of subjects, such as Sikh gurus, Sikh philosophy, Sikh politics and Sikh religion. Furthermore, the encyclopedia presents an annotated survey of all major scholarly work on Sikhism, and a selective listing of electronic and web-based resources in the field. Author and subject indices are appended for the reader’s convenience.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Sanbun Publishers
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8189540726

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Jap Ji by Anonim Pdf

Author : Kamala Elizabeth Nayar,Jaswinder Singh Sandhu
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781350139893

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The Sikh View on Happiness by Kamala Elizabeth Nayar,Jaswinder Singh Sandhu Pdf

Sukhmani (The Pearl of Happiness) is a popular Sikh text by Guru Arjan, which inculcates the Sikh religious ethos and philosophical perspective on wellbeing and happiness. The book features a new translation of this celebrated Sikh text and provides the first in-depth analysis of it. The Sikh View on Happiness begins with an overview of the nature of suffering and the attainment of happiness in Indian religions. This provides the foundation for the examination of the historical, social, and religious context of the Sukhmani and its contribution to the development of the Sikh tradition. In addition to exploring the spiritual teachings of the Sukhmani, Nayar and Sandhu draw upon the Sikh understanding of the mind, illness, and wellbeing to both introduce key Sikh psychological concepts and illustrate the practical application of traditional healing practices in the contemporary context. In doing so, they highlight the overlap of the teachings in the Sukhmani with concepts and themes found in Western psychotherapy, such as mindfulness, meaningful living, and resilience.

Author : Astri Ghosh
Publisher : Hachette India
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9789351950509

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Guru Nanak by Astri Ghosh Pdf

‘He who regards all men as equals is religious.’ Insightful, compassionate and benevolent, Guru Nanak Dev was a scholar, teacher, mentor and guide. Both a man of God as well as of the people, he believed that religion was a means of bringing everyone together and upheld the equality of all human beings, whatever their caste, beliefs or gender. Unusually spiritual even as a child, Guru Nanak stood up bravely against the social and religious rituals of the times. He travelled far and wide, in India and beyond, for more than 20 years to spread the message of peace and humanity. His sermons, songs and stories are recorded as hymns in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of Sikhism, the faith he founded. This book brings together the extraordinary life of Guru Nanak and his most important sayings and beliefs. From his steadfast pursuit of truth and equality, and his love for all, you too can learn to be a little bit like Guru Nanak. PLUS: • Flipbook-action page corners • Timeline: A chronology of Guru Nanak’s life • The Japji Sahib • Bonus Quiz: How much do you know about Guru Nanak?

Author : Christopher Shackle,Arvind Mandair
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781136451010

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Teachings of the Sikh Gurus by Christopher Shackle,Arvind Mandair Pdf

Recognized masterpieces of Indian literature, the Guru Granth Sahib and the Dasam Granth are fundamental to the Sikh religion, not only in the physical layout of temples and in ceremonies of worship, but as infallible reference texts offering counsel and instruction. Teachings of the Sikh Gurus presents a brand new selection of key passages from these sacred scriptures, translated into modern English by leading experts, Christopher Shackle and Arvind-pal Singh Mandair. Including six longer compositions and many shorter hymns thematically organised by topics such as Time and Impermanence, Self and Mind, Authority, and Ethics, the book’s accessible and carefully chosen extracts distil the essence of Sikhism’s remarkable textual and intellectual legacy, depicting how its message of universal tolerance suits the contemporary world. The detailed introduction and notes to the translations aid readers’ comprehension of the hymns’ form and content, as well as providing some historical context, making it an ideal introduction to Sikh literature.

Author : W. H. McLeod
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2009-07-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780810863446

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The A to Z of Sikhism by W. H. McLeod Pdf

Contrary to popular opinion, there is more to Sikhism than the distinctive dress. First of all, there is the emergence of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, and the long line of his successors. There are the precepts, many related to liberation through the divine name or nam. There is a particularly turbulent history in which the Sikhs have fought to affirm their beliefs and resist external domination that continues to this day. There is also, more recently, the dispersion from the Punjab throughout the rest of India and on to Europe and the Americas. With this emigration Sikhism has become considerably less exotic, but hardly better known to outsiders. This reference is an excellent place to learn more about the religion. It provides a chronology of events, a brief introduction that gives a general overview of the religion, and a dictionary with several hundred entries, which present the gurus and other leaders, trace the rather complex history, expound some of the precepts and concepts, describe many of the rites and rituals, and explain the meaning of numerous related expressions. All this, along with a bibliography, provides readers with an informative and accessible guide toward understanding Sikhism.