Gurbaani - You don't become permanently clean by bathing, eve… - G10 - Sri Guru Granth Sahib Page 1, Line 5, Jap, Pauri 1, Pauri 1, Author: Guru Nanak Dev

ਸੋਚੈ ਸੋਚਿ ਨ ਹੋਵਈ ਜੇ ਸੋਚੀ ਲਖ ਵਾਰ ॥

Page 1, Line 5, Jap, Pauri 1, Pauri 1, Author: Guru Nanak Dev

Gurbaani in English

sochai soch na hova-ee jay sochee lakh vaar

You don't become permanently clean by bathing, even if you do it a hundred thousand times!

Even though you may bathe your body a million times, your mind will not become purified. So just the technique of bathing (snaan) in holy waters is not the way to attain the true state of being. Then, what is the answer?

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Gurbaani in Hindi

सोचै सोचि न होवई जे सोची लख वार ॥

आप स्नान करके स्थायी रूप से शुद्ध नहीं हो जाते, चाहे आप इसे लाख बार भी करें!

भले ही आप अपने शरीर को लाखों बार नहला लें, आपका मन शुद्ध नहीं होगा। इसलिए सिर्फ़ पवित्र जल में स्नान करने की तकनीक ही वास्तविक अवस्था को प्राप्त करने का तरीका नहीं है। फिर, इसका उत्तर क्या है?

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The sacred Guru Granth Sahib stands as a profound source of divine wisdom and spiritual teachings, offering a transformative path for any individual's spiritual journey. Each Shabad and verse of Gurbani, meticulously arranged by Ang and Pauri, guides seekers towards understanding the core tenets of Sikh spirituality and Sikh philosophy.

From the foundational Moolmantar, encapsulating the essence of the divine, to daily recitations found in Nitnem like Japji Sahib and Anand Sahib, these compositions illuminate the path to connecting with Waheguru. The daily Hukamnama further provides timely guidance, reflecting the timeless relevance of the Gurus' messages, including those from revered figures like Guru Angad Dev Ji, Guru Amar Das Sahib Ji, Guru Ram Das Sahib Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji, and Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji. Guru Gobind Singh Ji, finalized the scripture and bestowed Guruship upon it.

The accurate translation and interpretation of Gurbani are vital in unlocking its deep messages of compassion, peace, love, and oneness for a global audience, fostering interfaith understanding. These spiritual teachings cover topics such as meditation, mindfulness, righteous living, karma, spiritual enlightenment and the true meaning of life.

The wisdom embedded within by Gurus including Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji, who exemplified sacrifice for righteousness, and the foundational insights from Guru Nanak Dev Ji on kindness and equality, offer profound lessons. This journey encourages an understanding of these Sikh teachings on love and kindness, ultimately leading to a more peaceful and purposeful existence.

Sat Sri Akaal!

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Gurbaani - You don't become permanently clean by bathing, eve… - G10 - Sri Guru Granth Sahib Page 1, Line 5, Jap, Pauri 1, Pauri 1, Author: Guru Nanak Dev

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