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Does the presence of unintentional negative thoughts result in the accumulation of bad karma as well?
People have lot of confusion about Hukam. Akal Purkh has created the system covering each and every thing. Everything happens according to the laws of nature applicable both at physical and mental level. We get the results of our each and every action even at the minutest level. This involves our deRead more
People have lot of confusion about Hukam. Akal Purkh has created the system covering each and every thing. Everything happens according to the laws of nature applicable both at physical and mental level.
We get the results of our each and every action even at the minutest level. This involves our deeds at physical and mental level both.
ਕਰਮੀ ਆਪੋ ਆਪਣੀ ਕੇ ਨੇੜੈ ਕੇ ਦੂਰਿ ॥ Jap – 8
Most of our actions are linked with the teachings and actions of our parents, family and all types of surroundings. Hence, those all does influence our deeds. In order to reduce such influences, it is always better to follow the Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. We get the results depend upon our deeds.
We can understand the laws applicable at mental level with the help of Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib and at physical level with the help of science.
ਹੁਕਮੈ ਅੰਦਰਿ ਸਭੁ ਕੋ ਬਾਹਰਿ ਹੁਕਮ ਨ ਕੋਇ ॥ Jap – 1
Please do not confuse with the deeds of past births. All the results are because of actions and deeds right from the conception to the present.
ਜਿਸ ਕਾਰਨ ਕਰਕੇ ਗਲਤ ਵਿਚਾਰ ਮਨ ਵਿਚ ਆਉਂਦੇ ਹਨ, ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦਾ ਕਾਰਨ ਤੇ ਉਸ ਸਬੰਧੀ ਗਿਆਨ ਹਾਸਲ ਕਰਨਾ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ
ਭਰਮ ਦੂਰ ਕਰਨੇ ਹਨ, ਚੜ੍ਹਦੀ ਕਲ੍ਹਾ ਵਿਚ ਰਹਿਣ ਲਈ ਉਦਮ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੈ, ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਉਪਰਾਲਾ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੈ
GurSikh always remains in Chardi Kala and lives according to the system of Akal Purkh. With sustained efforts one can convert failure into success.
ਉਦਮੁ ਕਰੇਦਿਆ ਜੀਉ ਤੂੰ ਕਮਾਵਦਿਆ ਸੁਖ ਭੁੰਚੁ ॥ ਧਿਆਇਦਿਆ ਤੂੰ ਪ੍ਰਭੂ ਮਿਲੁ ਨਾਨਕ ਉਤਰੀ ਚਿੰਤ ॥੧॥i – 522
ਅਕਾਲ ਪੁਰਖ ਦੇ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਨੂੰ ਸਮਝਣਾ ਹੈ
Any one who does not try to understand the Hukam of the Akal Purkh according to which the whole universe is running both at mental level and physical level, keeps on suffering in his life. Such a person remains in the illusion and does not lead a comfortable and peaceful life. Hukam operating at mental level can be understood with the help of Guru Granth Sahib. Hukam operating at physical level can be understood with the help of Science and other fields
ਹੁਕਮੁ ਨ ਜਾਣੈ ਬਹੁਤਾ ਰੋਵੈ ॥ ਅੰਦਰਿ ਧੋਖਾ ਨੀਦ ਨ ਸੋਵੈ ॥.
We have to completely involve ourselves with the Shabad which we are studying. Try to do Vichar and research about each line which we are reading. We have to understand and follow Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib so that we can become Sachyaar. This will help us to control our mind.
See lessਗੁਰਮਤੀ ਸਦ ਮਨਿ ਵਸਿਆ ਸਚਿ ਰਹੇ ਲਿਵ ਲਾਇ ॥੧॥ – 37
Is it permissible for Sikhs to offer worship to Bhagwan Sri Krishna?
All the Guru Sahib’s have taught to believe in one Akal Purkh (God). Understand and follow His Hukam with the help of Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. None of Guru Sahib have taught to consider them as God. Hence the question of worshipping them or any other human being does not arise. ਪੂਜਾ ਕੀਚRead more
All the Guru Sahib’s have taught to believe in one Akal Purkh (God). Understand and follow His Hukam with the help of Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. None of Guru Sahib have taught to consider them as God. Hence the question of worshipping them or any other human being does not arise.
See lessਪੂਜਾ ਕੀਚੈ ਨਾਮੁ ਧਿਆਈਐ ਬਿਨੁ ਨਾਵੈ ਪੂਜ ਨ ਹੋਇ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥ 489
Pooja is important according to Gurmat. But not the ritual Pooja as is being propagated these days. Naam is not any Name. But the Naam is the over-all system which covers everything like Hukam, Amrit, Shabad, Sachh, laws of nature, etc.
Was Matha Tek encouraged by the Gurus in their teachings?
We bow before Guru Granth Sahib for lowering our ego and committing to follow the teachings of Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. Guru Granth Sahib teaches us that there is no use of bowing, if we are not following the teachings of Gurbani and are just doing the rituals only. ਸੀਸਿ ਨਿਵਾਇਐ ਕਿਆ ਥੀਐRead more
We bow before Guru Granth Sahib for lowering our ego and committing to follow the teachings of Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. Guru Granth Sahib teaches us that there is no use of bowing, if we are not following the teachings of Gurbani and are just doing the rituals only.
See lessਸੀਸਿ ਨਿਵਾਇਐ ਕਿਆ ਥੀਐ ਜਾ ਰਿਦੈ ਕੁਸੁਧੇ ਜਾਹਿ ॥੧॥- 470
Nishan Sahib is meant for communicating the public that there is a place where one can come for physical and mental guidance and help. Bowing before any other things like Nishan Sahib is of no use.
Gurbani does not advise for any such physical practices of bowing before any physical materials or person.
Purpose is to understand the Hukam of the Akal Purkh and try to become Sachyaar (Truthful) person with the help of Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib.
No where it is mentioned in Guru Granth Sahib that one has to touch the feet of elders.
The most important is to follow the teachings of the Guru. All the other formalities are secondary.
ਗੁਰ ਕੇ ਚਰਣ ਧੋਇ ਧੋਇ ਪੀਵਾ ॥੧॥ – 239
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Is it mandatory to take a shower before performing Nitnem?
The cleanliness of body is required for physical health and cleanliness of mind is required for mental health. ਭਰੀਐ ਮਤਿ ਪਾਪਾ ਕੈ ਸੰਗਿ ॥ ਓਹੁ ਧੋਪੈ ਨਾਵੈ ਕੈ ਰੰਗਿ Jap – 4 There is no hard and fast rule for washing the hair. Normally People do not wash their hair daily, but washing interval depends upon thRead more
The cleanliness of body is required for physical health and cleanliness of mind is required for mental health.
See lessਭਰੀਐ ਮਤਿ ਪਾਪਾ ਕੈ ਸੰਗਿ ॥ ਓਹੁ ਧੋਪੈ ਨਾਵੈ ਕੈ ਰੰਗਿ Jap – 4
There is no hard and fast rule for washing the hair. Normally People do not wash their hair daily, but washing interval depends upon the climate and type of work. One should be fresh and awake while studying Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. Hence, it always better to take bath in the morning and then study Gurbani. In case it is not possible because of medical or some other reason. Then action can be taken accordingly.
There is no specific time or place required for studying Gurbani. The requirements are same, as are required for carrying out any other study. We should be physically and mentally fresh.
ਮਨਿ ਸਾਚਾ ਮੁਖਿ ਸਾਚਾ ਸੋਇ ॥ – 272
Purpose is to study understand and follow the Hukam of Akal Purkh, so that one can become Sachyaar. Gurmat does not accept any ritual whether it is related to Path or any type of meditation. Main purpose is to recite listen understand and follow Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib.
ਗਾਵੀਐ ਸੁਣੀਐ ਮਨਿ ਰਖੀਐ ਭਾਉ ॥ ਦੁਖੁ ਪਰਹਰਿ ਸੁਖੁ ਘਰਿ ਲੈ ਜਾਇ ॥ Jap – 2
We should always clean our hands before touching any book. Because cleanliness is very important. The purpose of covering our head is also that the dead hairs do not fall in the surrounding. The tuban keeps our head in the normal condition both during the hot and cold climate. We need to understand and follow the Hukam of Akal Purkh and try to go in the direction of becoming Sachyaar.
ਹੁਕਮਿ ਰਜਾਈ ਚਲਣਾ ਨਾਨਕ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਨਾਲਿ ॥੧॥ Jap – 1
Pictures of Sikh gurus are no different to idol worship and I reject them.How am I supposed to convince my family to stop praying in front of the fake pictures?
ਬਾਣੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੁਰੂ ਹੈ ਬਾਣੀ ਵਿਚਿ ਬਾਣੀ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤੁ ਸਾਰੇ ॥ - 982 We have to ourselves start understanding and following Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib. Then next step is to help others in understanding Gurbani. In this way we will be able to understand the realities of life. This will motivate the publiRead more
ਬਾਣੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੁਰੂ ਹੈ ਬਾਣੀ ਵਿਚਿ ਬਾਣੀ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤੁ ਸਾਰੇ ॥ – 982
See lessWe have to ourselves start understanding and following Gurbani written in Guru Granth Sahib.
Then next step is to help others in understanding Gurbani.
In this way we will be able to understand the realities of life.
This will motivate the public to follow the right direction.
I’ve been told that I shouldn’t let anyone touch my Turban. My question is, why can’t they do that?
Turban is a sign of dignity and one must maintain his dignity. Turban was worn by most of the people and from most of the religions. It was a symbol of respect. With the influence of fashion and propaganda people have stopped wearing turban. Sikhs have continued the respect for hair and wearing turbRead more
Turban is a sign of dignity and one must maintain his dignity. Turban was worn by most of the people and from most of the religions. It was a symbol of respect.
See lessWith the influence of fashion and propaganda people have stopped wearing turban. Sikhs have continued the respect for hair and wearing turban. Even there is praise for the turban of Akal Purkh in Guru Granth Sahib.
ਖੂਬੁ ਤੇਰੀ ਪਗਰੀ ਮੀਠੇ ਤੇਰੇ ਬੋਲ ॥ – 727
We have to cover our head not only in the Gurdwara Sahib, but also whenever we go out.
Protection of hair and head is very important.
Sikhi growth rate drastically declining
The growth of Sikhi has declined because we have started depending on the leaders and others. We have stopped getting guidance from Guru Granth Sahib. Once we make Guru Granth Sahib, our friend philosopher and guide. Then all our problems and doubts will start reducing. ਗੁਰੁ ਪਉੜੀ ਬੇੜੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੁਰੁ ਤੁਲਹRead more
The growth of Sikhi has declined because we have started depending on the leaders and others.
We have stopped getting guidance from Guru Granth Sahib. Once we make Guru Granth Sahib, our friend philosopher and guide. Then all our problems and doubts will start reducing.
ਗੁਰੁ ਪਉੜੀ ਬੇੜੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੁਰੁ ਤੁਲਹਾ ਹਰਿ ਨਾਉ ॥ ਗੁਰੁ ਸਰੁ ਸਾਗਰੁ ਬੋਹਿਥੋ ਗੁਰੁ ਤੀਰਥੁ ਦਰੀਆਉ ॥ ਜੇ ਤਿਸੁ ਭਾਵੈ ਊਜਲੀ ਸਤ ਸਰਿ ਨਾਵਣ ਜਾਉ ॥੩॥- 17
See lessCan an Amritdhari woman apply scrub or mask for cleansing the face?
A Sikh is supposed to know and follow the Hukam of Akal Purkh as described in Guru Granth Sahib. ਹੁਕਮਿ ਰਜਾਈ ਚਲਣਾ ਨਾਨਕ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਨਾਲਿ ॥੧॥ Jap – 1 The body system also works according to his Hukam and system. We should take care of our body and protect it from any harmful chemicals. Unless some process haRead more
A Sikh is supposed to know and follow the Hukam of Akal Purkh as described in Guru Granth Sahib.
ਹੁਕਮਿ ਰਜਾਈ ਚਲਣਾ ਨਾਨਕ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਨਾਲਿ ॥੧॥ Jap – 1
The body system also works according to his Hukam and system. We should take care of our body and protect it from any harmful chemicals. Unless some process have not been tested since long, we should try to avoid that. We should not follow the advertisement blindly. However, in case of emergency decision can be taken accordingly.
See lessWhy does the groom walk in front during the anand karaj?
People follow the customs got from others. According to Guru Granth Sahib, Lavaan of both are with Akal Purkh. Hence, both can walk together. There is no restriction according to Gurmat.
People follow the customs got from others.
See lessAccording to Guru Granth Sahib, Lavaan of both are with Akal Purkh.
Hence, both can walk together. There is no restriction according to Gurmat.
Is Sikhi a religion or philosophy?
Sikhism is a way of life to become Sachyaar, by understanding and following the Hukam of Akal Purkh, with the help of Guru Granth Sahib. Sikhism is neither a ritual religion like others and nor a philosophy of theory only. Gurmat teaches us the practical way of life.
Sikhism is a way of life to become Sachyaar, by understanding and following the Hukam of Akal Purkh, with the help of Guru Granth Sahib.
See lessSikhism is neither a ritual religion like others and nor a philosophy of theory only.
Gurmat teaches us the practical way of life.