Gurbani contains many words from different languages; therefore, it is natural that multiple words are used to describe the same thing. For example, there are at least five synonyms for Paani (water). Here they are for your benefit, with Gurbani Panktees included along with humble translations:
Read MoreNow that we have covered the rules for singular male nouns with an Aunkar, let us discuss the use of the Aunkar on a āĻĩāĻŋāĻķāĐāĻķāĻĢ (adjective). The same rules for nouns apply to adjectives. An adjective takes an Aunkar depending on the noun it is describing.
Read MoreSometimes a noun in Gurbani ends with a Sihari, and there are several reasons for this. Rule 1: āĻļāĻŽāĐ°āĻ§āĻāĐ āĻŠāĻĶ (Preposition word)One common reason a noun may have a sihari is when it functions as a āĻļāĻŽāĐ°āĻ§āĻāĐ āĻŠāĻĶ (preposition). For example, the words āĻĩāĻŋāĻ and āĻ āĐ°āĻĶāĻ°
Read MoreAt present, within the Panth, there are many different styles of Gurbani ucharan. Even within each school of thought, there are further variations, but the two main differences center around whether laga-matras should be pronounced or not. Through the study of Gurbani viyakaran, it becomes clear
Read MoreWhen reading Gurbani, it can feel tricky to know where to put bishrams (pauses) and how to pronounce words with or without bindian (nasal sounds). To make it easier, here are 3 simple rules for verbs in Gurbani panktiyan. 1. First person = āĻ (with bindi
Read MoreThe word āĻļāĻ°āĻŪ or āĻļāĐāĻ°āĻŪāĐ carries many meanings in Gurbani. It originates from two different backgrounds, Sanskrit and Farsi. When derived from Farsi, it conveys meanings such as honour, shame, regret, and renunciation (Vairaag). When derived from Sanskrit, it means to get tired or to work
Read MoreIn Arabic, Allah is written as اŲŲÛ, i.e., there is no “u” sound at the end. In Gurbani, in most places, this word is written as āĻ āĻēāĻđāĐ or āĻ āĻēāĻđ, i.e., the spellings are the same as in Arabic. In some places, it is also written as
Read MoreIn Gurbani, to make a noun plural, a kanna āĻū with a Bindi āĻūāĻ is usually added at the end of the word. Guru Sahib has illustrated this by using such words with the kanna and bindi as examples to guide us in proper pronunciation and
Read MoreThe question of whether Sikhs can eat beef is one that arises often, sometimes stirring debate within the community. To answer it clearly, we must look at the teachings of Gurbani. Compassion and Respect for Life in Gurbani Gurbaniâs message is rooted in compassion, non-violence, and
Read MoreFor years, people have debated whether Shaheed Bhagat Singh was truly an atheist or if his beliefs evolved before his martyrdom. One of the most significant accounts in this discussion comes from Bhai Sahib Randhir Singh Ji, a saint-soldier and fearless patriot whose life in prison
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