Category: Gurmat

Mystical Wisdom from Sri Sukhmana Sahib

The 24 Ashtpadis of Siri Guru Raamdaas jee Maharaj in 4 Raags ( Bilaaval, Nat Narayan, Kaanra and Kalyaan) contain some great mystical secrets that are indispensable for Seekers of Vaheguru. These Ashtpadis are traditionally and lovingly called Siri Sukhmana Sahib, by Gursikhs. Gurmukhs try to

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What qualities are required for Bhagti according to Gurmat?

This is a very important question and very relevant as well. The aim of human life is to meet Vaheguru, and to meet Vaheguru, one requires Gurmat Bhagti. Gurmat Bhagti, in turn, can be done if the seeker adopts certain virtues or Gunns. What are these

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Difference between Gurmat and Advait-Vedanta philosophy

Advait-Vedanta is a philosophy that was first articulated based on the Upanishads by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century CE. Gurmat is the word for the philosophy and theology introduced by Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. There are key, significant differences between how Gurmat articulates the

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Does Sikhi teach that one should stay in their religion, or does it call for embracing Sikhi to truly walk the path to Waheguru?

Why Sikhi Stands Apart from Time-Bound Traditions Sikhi is the complete revelation of the Eternal Truth, offering the fullest and clearest vision of divinity and the reality of life. While Sikhs recognize that rays of divine light, truth, and virtue shine within all human beings, Sikhi

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Sachkhand and Dasam Duar: Understanding the Difference

The concepts of Sachkhand and Dasam Duar hold profound significance in Gurmat. While both are interconnected in the spiritual journey of a seeker, they are distinct in their nature and function. Sachkhand: The Supreme Realm Sachkhand is the highest spiritual realm, described in Sri Guru Granth

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True Divinity Needs No Declaration: Gurmat’s Stand on Krishna

Krishna is regarded as an Avtaar (incarnation) of Vishnu. Like all human beings, he is known for his noble deeds but was also susceptible to making mistakes. He was blessed with physical beauty and possessed supernatural abilities expected of an Avtaar. While delivering spiritual guidance to

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Not Krishna, but the Karta Purakh Behind All: Gurbani’s Praise is Always for Waheguru

Throughout Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Vaheguru is glorified through references to well-known figures and concepts from the cultural and religious context of the time, individuals who were widely regarded as great or divine. In this particular Shabad (sacred hymn), terms like Krishna, Mata Devki, and

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Krishna’s Claim of Supremacy: A Gurmat Perspective on Divine Incarnations

Krishna is believed to be an Avtaar (incarnation) of the deity Vishnu. Like all mortals, he performed many noble deeds, but he was not free from shortcomings. He possessed exceptional beauty and divine powers, attributes typically associated with Avtaars. During the battlefield discourse with Arjuna, Krishna

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The Infallible Guru: Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and The Fallacy of Giaan as the Guru

In today’s world, a troubling misconception is spreading within some circles of the Sikh community: the idea that Giaan (knowledge) is the Guru. This notion not only misinterprets Gurbani but also undermines the very foundation of Sikhi, the eternal presence of Guru Nanak Dev Ji as

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Gurbani’s Testimony on the Existence of Dharamraj

ਜਮ ਮਾਰਗ ਪੰਥੁ ਨ ਸੁਝਈ ਉਝੜੁ ਅੰਧ ਗੁਬਾਰੋਵਾ ॥ ਨਾ ਜਲੁ ਲੇਫ ਤੁਲਾਈਆ ਨਾ ਭੋਜਨ ਪਰਕਾਰੋਵਾ ॥ The path of death (Jam Maarag) is dark and dismal; the way cannot be seen. There is no water, no quilt or mattress, and no food there. In this

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