What is the logic behind Sikhi prayer times? I was told for instance Amritvela is important to recite 5 bania (prayers) early morning, and Rehras Sahib at sun set; as per instructions given in Sikh Rehat Maryada. Please explain the rationale for the importance of prayer time in Sikhi.
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it is nature
when sun rises it is day when moon rises it is night
so Guru has advised us to start the day with t banis and end the day with Rehras sahib and sohilla, sahib before sleep
There is no hard and fast rule of studying Gurbani. One can study at anytime.
Guidelines are only for the general public convenience. According to Bhai Gurdas Ji. We should recite Jap Bani in the morning. Sodar (Rehras) and Arti (Sohila) in the evening.
ਸੋਦਰੁ ਆਰਤੀ ਗਾਵੀਐ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤ ਵੇਲੇ ਜਾਪੁ ਉਚਾਰਾ। Bhai Gurdaas Ji – 1
Jap Bani needs more concentration, hence recommended in the morning.
Sodar is relatively easy so recommended in the evening.
Sohila is short, hence recommended in the late evening time.
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 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
This is what I call organized religion dictates what to do with their lives. Please use logic. You can do path and ARDAS any time depending upon your daily responsibilities.