Raas 5th , Adaiy 42nd
Tulsia , Dargah , takhtu Dheer , and Tirith Uppal got to together with mansha {heart’s desire} to meet Guru Ji. {1}
They did bandana {paying respect} and sat near Guru Ji. They did benti {humble request} with clasped hands , “Heh sachay Patshah {true king}! We listen to the arth {meanings/interpretations} which are done by anek {many} Sikhs.” {2}
Even after listening ,the mann {mind} does not become shant {peaceful} , the birti {concentration} wanders from place to place and does not remain sathir {focused}. Nivla and Nihalu both do Katha.” {3}
“After listening to their Katha we become frightened about vicar {sins} , bahedi budhi {bad thoughts} are removed from the heart. Chit {mind} attaches to Gurmat {Guru’s teachings}. Anek {many} gunn {good attributes} arise in the hirda {heart}.” {4}
Upon hearing this , Sri Hargobind Ji said “the Shabad of Satguru is mahan {great} like Amrit {sweet nectar}. The bulara {speaker/preacher} has fourteen gunn {attributes} , many achieve gyan {knowledge} by listening to them.” {5}
“In the same way the sarota {listener/audience} too has fourteen gunn {attributes} , they listen and turt {quickly} obtain gyan. If both lack the fourteen gunn then turt {quickly} gyan {knowledge} cannot be acquired.” {6}
“If all the gunn {attributes} are present in the vakta {speaker/preacher} then the listeners too will obtain these gunn {attributes}.” Then they started to ask Guru Ji , “please impart the knowledge regarding these gunn {attributes}.” {7}
“Consider us yours and show mercy on us , please describe in depth the differences.” Then Sri Hargobind Sahib Ji stated , “listen all the Sikhs dharan karoh {act upon it}.” {8}
“The first changa vakta {good speaker} is the one whose avaz {voice} and bani {words} are sundar {pleasant} , has knowledge of the subject , speaks loudly enough to be heard but not more than that , only speaks according to the subject matter.” {9}
“The second gunn {attribute} is that the speaker should be aware of visthar {depth} and sankoch {where it ends}. Should see where the saresht rass {point of interest} lies. When the concentration of the audience is captivated , then do the arth {meanings/translations} in depth.” {10}
“Wherever the birti {concentration} is udas {unfocused} , only speak in sankhep {brief} there. Should have the ability to make the katha rauchik {interesting} , consider this the fourth gunn {attribute} of the vakta {speaker}.” {11}
“Should speak in a sweet voice that pleases all. The fifth gunn {attribute} is that the words spoken should be sachay {truthful} which are imbued with upashna {devotion} and gyan {wisdom/knowledge}.” {12}
“The sidhant {core/central theme} of the shabad should be spoken of , the arth should be done with nirna {logic/rationality}. The sixth gunn is that shanka {doubt} should be removed , the answers should be known if someone asks any questions.” {13}
“The sakhi {story} example should coincide with the ashah {direction} of the shabad. In a way which the listener can easily comprehend. It should be portrayed in that way.” {14}
“The seventh attribute is that they should be proficient in all matt {religions/philosophy etc.}, should know the contents of shaastars {ancient Indian religious text}. The eight attribute is that they should not do vikhaep {incompatibility} in katha , the story being told should reflect the core/central theme of the Shabad. Stay within the boundary of the shabad.” {15}
"They should understand the fundamental principles of the other faiths before discussing them. The ninth is "Avingh" , sit up straight and keep the mind focused." {16}
"The tenth attribute is that the speaker should have the ability to please the hearts of the sarotay {listeners}. As the audience listen they should be captivated , in this way attract the sabah {congregation/gathering}." {17}
"The eleventh attribute is that the speaker should be able to mohit {attract in a magnetic way} the audience , should win them over. The audience should become keen and eager, listening with fervour. Their ears and eyes should be drawn to the speaker. They should be eager to find out what he's going to say next, what will be the next words etc.? {18}
"The twelfth attribute is that the speaker should be without hankar {ego}, removes all ego from the heart and keeps his heart mind the humblest of all. Should not hurt anyone's feelings by considering that he is above or better than others." {19}
"The thirteenth attribute is that the speaker should be of a theology nature , should practise what he preaches. The fourteenth attribute is that he should be santokhi {patient}, just accepts what he is given and considers that to be his bhaag {fortune}." {20}
"Should accept what they are given with happiness and consider that without asking for anything the gift that is given is akin to Amrit {sweet nectar}. Should have no desires for additional goods, just use what is given." {21}
These are the fourteen gunn {attributes} of a good vakta {speaker}. The listener {sarota} will acquire these attributes too. Now listen to the attributes of the sarota {listener}. The first gunn {attribute} is that they should be the bhagat {devotee} of the good knowledge being imparted by the speaker." {22}
Note:- The arth {meanings} of the fourteen gunn {attributes} are as follows; 1. Vaghmy {speaks in a pleasant and coherent manner}. 2. Vyas {have the ability to convey the subject in depth}. 3. Samas vutt {being concise when needed}. 4. Prya katha prastav {speaking interestingly}. 5. Sapasht vak {speaking clearly and coherently}. 6. Sandeh shidr {be able to remove any doubts}. 7. Ashek Shastar kushl {have knowledge of all the shaashtars}. 8. Nakyaht vikaep krit {keeping the katha consistent with the core/central theme}. 9. Avyango {Sitting up straight}. 10. Jan ranjko {please the hearts of the listeners}. 11. Jit sabho {having an attracting influence on the audience i.e. winning them over}. 12. Na hankrto {without ego}. 13. Dharmiko {practice what you preach}. 14. Santokhi {non-greedy}.
"The mann {mind} should be free of hankar {ego} , should realise that I am doing a big seva. Thirdly there should be an eagerness to listen, do not make the mind uchat {impatient}." {23}
"Fourthly do not attempt to outsmart the speaker. Fifthly should be able to comprehend the arth {meanings} given by the orator." {24}
"Sixthly they should know how to ask a prashan {question}, seventh they should listen very attentively to the Granth. Eight do not be in a alass {tired/lazy} state. Ninth keep the sleep in control." {25}
"Tenth absorb the katha in the hirda {heart}, whatever you possess share with others. If the subject matter is in accordance with Guru Sidanth {Guru Ji's core/central message} then listen to it in a shant {peaceful} manner." {26}
"If it is ult {against} Guru Sidhant {core/central theme} then do the tiagh {rejection} of such. Thirteenth maintain sucham {cleaniness} of the tann {body}. Fourteenth do the tiagh {rejection} of all pakhand {falsehoods}, keep the mann {mind} attached at all times to the Prabhu's {Waheguru Ji's} shabad. Listening in this way will give rise to Anhad Naadh." {27}
"The vakta {orator} and sarota {listener} can both obtain gyan in this manner. Whosoever adopts these lashan {characteristics}, that Sikh becomes Nihal {blissfuuly satisfied}." {28}
"Always do the sangat {company} of this Sikh , you too will acquire these attributes. Listen to sundar {beautiful} katha {preaching} from their mukh {mouth} , then why won't you achieve mukti {liberation} [rhetorical question]." {29}
Everybody became ecstatic by hearing this from Guru Ji, they adopted all of the characteristics. Kishna Janju and Pammu Poori both came to the hazoor {presence} of Sri Hargobind. {30}
After bandana {paying respect} they spoke "hey gareeb nivaz {bestows glory to the poor} please do our udhar {salvation}." Sri Guru Ji gave updesh {divine guidance}, in kalyug {this era} the Naam of Prabhu {Waheguru's Name} is the big Jahaz {ship}." {31}
"After reading Shabad do abyhas {put into practice}, climb aboard the Sukha di poonji {abundance of happiness} Jahaz {ship} of Naam {Waheguru Simran}." Upon hearing this they both said "one Sikh adopts reading listening." {32}
"Does the tiagh {rejection} of khotay {bad} karam {actions/deeds}. One adopts vikar {vices} after reading. Creates immense virodh {opposition} between them. Does not let go of krodh {anger} just as a line drawn in a rock remains persistent." {33}
"Adopts hankar {ego } in the hirda {heart} that we are big. The mann {mind} becomes trapped in the chikadh {quicksand} of kaam {lust} and lobh {greed}. How will they attain saresht padhvi {superior status}?, please do kirpa {mercy} and tell us." {34}
"Upon hearing this Guru Ji remarked "Shabdh is the only udhar {saviour} for everyone. In time kalyan {liberation} is attained by whosoever reads/listens by taking it to the dil {heart} i.e. attentively." {35}
"If a manukh {man/woman} is trapped in gyan bandan {trap of knowledge} then no one can do their kalyan {liberation}. If agyani {not trapped by knowledge} listens to the shabad then all their paap {sins} are removed." {36}
"Further along they attain Jagyasa {spiritual awakening}, with abyhas {practise} sukhala {easily} gyan is obtained. The bhagti {devotion} of bhagats {devotees} becomes dridh {stronger}. The gyani {trapped in knowledge alone} become stuck in gyan {trap of knowledge alone}." {37}
"The person who reads for ego, commits vikar {sins} secretly. They do not have nischa {belief/faith} in obtaining gyan {knowledge} , but call themselves gyani {knowledgeable} in public." {38}
"The hankari {egoistic} does not engage in Satsang {truth congregation}. Only adopts status and materialism in the mann {mind}. They never achieve gyan {knowledge}, how will they obtain maan {honour} in Dargah {Waheguru's court} [rhetorical question]." {39}
"Those who desire to go to Sri Amritsar but don't know the way will ask for directions. Agyani will take ishnan {bathing} there too, they acquire mahan {great} sangat {gathering}." {40}
"They come to do ishnan {bathing} in Amritsar. They are accompanied by anjan {unknown} too who join them. In this way the Jagyasi {spiritual awoken} arrives there. Receives Anand {bliss} after ishnan {bathing}." {41}
"The gyani {knowledgeable} who knows the way very well, reaches there whenever their mind desires. The one who knows the way and has seen it but takes a different direction." {42}
"Goes in the ult {opposite} direction of Amritsar, does not listen to anyone. Has hankar {ego} in the hirda {heart} that I know the way. Has faltered and does not recognise the heart." {43}
"In the same way those who don't ask Sants, think that we have read everything, those Ghumandhy {highly egoistic} do not do Satsangat {true gathering}. They will never become Brahm-Gyani {having divine knowledge}." {44}
Whatever Guru Ji said all the Sikhs listened, they adopted sharda {utmost faith} and engaged in it in a very humble manner. Thingan and Madhu were both tirkan {carpenters}, they were very competent in their work. {45}
They stayed with Guru Ji , always cutting firewood for the langar. They made many manjay {beds} and chaunkia {low stools} and then placed them in Satguru Ji's abode. {46}
Even if another Sikh required any carpentry they would happily oblige. They would abandon everything in order to listen to Katha , Kirtan , and Shabad with great love. {47}
They would become savdhan {alert and ready} at pishli raat {amrit vela}. First they would do ishnan {bathing} themselves but retrieving water from the kooh {well} and then they would fetch water for the other Sikhs to do ishnan {bathing}. They would place their liv {concentration} in Satguru day and night. {48}
When their antt sama {final time} arrived they first did ishnan {bathing} in the Amrit Sarovar, whatever goods they possessed they distributed them by hand to all the poor and needy."{49}
They didn't abandon Waheguru Simran , did not lose concentration on Guru Ji. When the Sikhs took them to the chita {funeral pyre}, Sri Guru Hargobind Ji also arrived there.{50}
They cremated with their own hands. Afterwards Guru Ji told the sangat that"these two Sikhs were the reincarnation of Null and Neel {from Satyug during Sri Ram Chandar's era}, they once requested." {51}
"Please impart bhagti {devotion} to us so that we can have Brahm-Gyan {divine knowledge} and infuse ourselves in mahan {great} Anand {bliss}. At that time we said a bachan {divine words}, your kamana {heart's desire} will be fulfilled and you will become nihal {immensley satisfied}." {52}
"Now they did the kamaiee {practise} of the Satguru's shabad, and even after attaining Brahm-Gyan no one recognised them. They attained Abchall Padhvi {eternal bliss} and lost all the karam phall {deeds fruition}." {53}
Upon hearing this all the Sikhs were awe struck, as they said "your gatt mitt {philosophy/greatness} cannot be comprehended. No one can know your complete mehma {greatness}, the likes of which is ujjagar {lightened up} in the three worlds." {54}
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Saturday 28 August 2010
Wednesday 25 August 2010
Maya Lumbh Updesh SriGuruHargobind Ji Maharajh Patshahi 6th.
Raas 5th , Adaiy 44th
A Sikh named Maya Lumbh lived in the pind (village) Sohund , he attended Satsangat on a daily basis. With great love and utmost respect he would sing Guru Ji’s shabads in the form of Prem Bhagti (love devotion). (1)
He came to do the darshan (seeing) of Satguru and placed his head on the Charan Kanwal (heavenly feet) of Guru Ji. After staying for some days he asked , “heh nipunn (proficient) Guru Ji please tell me.” (2)
“Some attend Satsangat with kaamna (specific desires) and achieve padarath (goods) which provide guzara (subsistence) , which they consume.” (3)
“Some Sikhs engage in Dharam di kamaiee (honest living) , they eat food after sharing it with other Sikhs first. Those with kamana (desires) and those who are nishkam (no desires) , they perform and listen tom kirtan at both times {morning and afternoon}.” (4)
“They spend their lives in the presence of Satsangat and do your darshan (seeing). What is their fate ahead? What is the difference in the phall (fruition) that they attain?” (5)
Sri Hargobind Sahib then imparted , “they both come to Satsangat. The one’s who attend with kamana (desires) , after death they go to Gandarbh lok (heavenly place) and will take painless pleasure.” (6)
“Will become mukht (liberated) from births and deaths. Will not endure the pains of such. The one’s that are nishkami (desireless) obtain gyan , will give sukh to everyone since they consider this jagat (world) to be chootah (false).” (7)
“When the sareer (body) diminishes of the nishkami (desireless) , they become livleen (infused) with Waheguru. Nishkami is above all , the secondly the kamnah walay (with desire) are:-“ (8)
“Some accept {cash/gifts etc.} just for the nirbah (rearing/needs) of the tann (body) , without asking whatsoever someone gives with prem (love) they accept. They become very pleased in the heart , considers them to be sent by Wahegruru Ji thenself.” (9)
“Those who share their gifts/cash with others before consuming and engage in Kirtan/Katha for mukhti (liberation). What little padarath (goods) they acquire , they remain parsan (happy) with santokh (satisfaction).” (10)
“This too is on a par with being nishkam (desireless) , which so ever padarath (goods) are acquired without lobh (greed).
The one’s who has a kahish (desire) to obtain materialism will only achieve Gandarbh (heavenly abode) {as opposed to kalyan}.” (11)
“If someone does Kirtan/Katha or other good deeds with utter greed for materialistic gain but does not absorb the Gurbani in the mind , their bharam (doubts/anxiety etc) will not go.” (12)
“Whichever padarath (goods) are desired {in satsangat} will be achieved. If the person only has a desire for materialism then after death then will be given manukah sareer (human body) again. Then they will engage in abundant Satguru’s simran.” (13)
“The mael (dirt/filth/adulteration) will only be lost after anek (many) births , they will achive mukhti in the end after becoming nishkam (without desire). That is why {Guru Ji says} become nishkam (without desire) when doing kirtan and Satnaam Simran.” (14)
After hearing this updesh he absorbed it in his heart , his kasht (pains) of births and deaths became removed. There was one Sikh named Choohad Chaujad who was very gunvaan (good attributes) who lived in Lucknow. (15)
Rising , sitting , lying down , walking , and working , he would remain focused on Satnaam. He came to do the darshan (seeing) of Guru Ji. He bowed his head at the charan kanwal (heavenly feet) of Guru Ji. (16)
He stayed there for many days. One day he said to Guru Ji “what is the mool (foundation) of the Sikhi vael (vine/branch/stem etc.)? explain the roop (form) of this , in which way it can be acquired.” (17)
Sri Guru Hargobind Ji said “the snimar mann (humble mind) is the keht (farm land). Guru sharda (faith) is the ungreh beej (seeds that have taken root) in that keht (farmland). The preet (devotion/adherence/love etc.) with Guru Ji is the pukki jadd (firm root).” (18)
“The milaap (meeting) with Satsangat is the growing of this Sikhi vael(vine). The seva of Sants with shubh tahng (love/devotion) is the blossoming of this vael {vine}.” (19)
“The dharnah (adoption) of Guru Ji’s gunn (teachings) are the green leaves of this vine , which grow bushier on a daily basis. Doing Kirtan or listening of Kirtan , is the equivelant of watering this Sikhi vine.” (20)
“The contemplation {katha etc.} of the shabad is the flowering of this vael {vine}. Doing or listening to Kirtan is the sugandi (fragrance) of these flowers. With Ukat Jugat (Guru Ji’s teachings) , Amrit Rass {sweet nectar} is seen. Remaing varaigmay (detached) from vishey (vices etc.) is a big kheda (bliss).” (21)
“Considering the Jagat (world) to be chootah (false) is the fruit bearing on this vine. Just as we see rass (nectar) in fruit , so too on this vine of Sikhi the fruit becomes sweet with the nectar of Brahmanand (Waheguru Ji’s Amrit). Then manukh (mankind) recognise their roop (form) , this is the taste {accept this in your mind}.” (22)
“This is the mool (foundation) of the Sikhi vael {vine} , these are the Sikhs who love {pyar} Guru. They are Gurmukh {facing Guru Ji at all times} , and they are parupkari (selfless service)! They are Gyani (knowledgeable) and Bhagat (devotees) , think about it {veechar lavhoy}” (23)
“They are mahan Shiromani (highest) in the jagat (world). They win the jagat (world) and never suffer defeat.” Upon hearing these bachan (divine words) from Satguru Ji Choohad went home whilst eulogising {shalagah} Guru Ji. (24)
There was a very agyakari (obedient) Guru Ji’s Sikh whose name was Bhanna , who lived in the parsidh (famous) tirith (holy site) of Pryagh. He lived there for a long time , then decided to leave for Satguru Ji’s darshan (seeing). (25)
According to his samratha (ability) he placed bhet (offerings) in front of Guru Ji and did bandana (showing respect with clasped hands etc.) Guru Ji asked asked him sukh shaand (well being) , at that point he made a benti (humble request) to Satguru Ji. (26)
“The kamana (desire) of my heart is that do my kalyan (liberation) , I have come to your sharan (sanctuary). Give me your updesh (supreme instruction) , which causes the chakkar (cycle) of birth and death.” (27)
Sri Guru Hargobind Ji said “heh chattar veer (intelligent friend)! Do dharm di kamaiee (honest living). Always engage in Waheguru Naam Simran , never lose sight of this.” (28)
Then Bhanna contemplated satt (truth) asatt (false) after hearing this. Then he spoke again. “When people of other faiths meet with me they argue and attempt to discredit {tarak} and say.” (29)
“The person who is the mahan pursh (great ) , if someone talks with them over and over again then they become agitated. They become annoyed and reprimands them , and will not let them keep their company.” (30)
“You persistently say Ram Ram , Ram will not be pleased {reej}, rather will become agitated. You can try this for yourself {nirdhaar}. What phall (benefit) will you achieve? Maha phall daata swami (Waheguru Ji) will become annoyed”. (31)
Upon hearing this Satguru Ji said “do not understand this to be the case , adopt sharda (faith) , the way we say. Just as a gareeb (poor/weak/helpless) person is attacked by a group of enemies , and inflict much pain.” (32)
“When that mazloom (helpless person) becomes niraz (lose hope) from every other means , then he shouts {calls/pukaar} the name of his malik {king}. He continues calling until his pukar {call/cry} is heard.” (33)
“Upon hearing his pukar {calling/cry} the enemy start toretreat and abandon the pain infliction. The enemy cease their strength , and owing to the fear of the malik {king} they dare not go near.” (34)
“When the naukar (servants) of the king see their companion being attacked they adopt kirpa (compassion) and lend assistance , they succeed in fending off the enemy.” (35)
“If the king hears the cries/calls and comes to realise that someone is calling me , then with kirpa (compassion) he becomes totally nirbah (fearless) and gives maha sukh (great joy) by killing the enemy.” (36)
“In the same way kaam (lust) , krodh (anger) etc. Do chagdha (argument/fighting) nitt (daily) and rob manukh (mankind) as a subsequent. Fear in the roop (form) of paap (sin) is shown by these vices. If jeev (being) sees these dukhdayak (terrifying) enemies.” (37)
“Then he should engage in Ram Ram {Waheguru} meditation , if he is met by Sants then they cause their udhar (saviour). They will impart guidance which in turn causes the eradication of these vices/sins.” (38)
“Parmashar (Waheguru) does kirpa (blessings) , they realise that someone is calling me. They {Waheguru Ji} take mercy on us in the knowledge that we {kalyugi beings} have sought Waheguru Ji’s sharan {sanctuary} whilst in deep distress. The daily onslaught of maar ({pain infliction} is horrendous.” (39)
“It is then Prabhu {Waheguru Ji} shower their mercy by destroying all our bandan {shackles/handcuffs/vices} and thus delivers mukti {liberation}. Prabhu blesses Abchall Sukh {everlasting happiness} in the form of their daat {gift} , this can only be acquired with Naam Simran.” (40)
“Satguru Ji then said , “the ones who argue with you , obstruct you from Naam Simran of Prabhu {Waheguru} , are nindaks {slanderers} and your biggest dushman {enemy}. Nothing else is as dukhdayak {terrifying} as them.” (41)
“Never do their sangh {associating/meeting} , meeting and speaking with them gives rise to paap {sin}. They discredit your nischa {faith} and attempt to destabilise you , they want to influence you towards kohtti matt {adulterated actions}.” (42)
“They never let go of vishey {sins/anti-social behaviour} , leave the company of such people. Never do their sangat {company} , always attempt to leave them {yattan}.” (43)
“Upon hearing this Bhanna asked , “In what way is this? The vishey manukh {sinful people} are a bigger dushman {enemy} than visheh {sins}? The bhugta {engager} of visheh {sins} is akin to karj {effect} and the visheh {sins} are karan {cause}.” (44)
“Upon hearing this Sri Hargobind Ji said “Karan {cause} is the agni {fire} which burns the sareer {body} , if metal were to be heated with this agni {fire} then it shines after becoming red hot.” (45)
“The agni {fire} causes immense heat , that is impossible to tolerate and cannot be approached. In the same way the vishey {sinners} become like this. Cannot attain mukti {liberation}.” (46)
“Their sangat causes manukh {mankind} to fall from grace , shubh padvi {pure status} can never be acquired. Just as a tree that bears much fruit , some of the fruit will fall on the ground as a result of wind.” (47)
“That kacha phall {unripe fruit} becomes ghanda {soiled/dirty} , bhaav {in other words} it rots and cannot ripen as a result of falling off the branch and as such will not contain rass {sweet nectar}. The fruit that has not been affected by the wind remain permanently attached to the Shaak {branch}.” (48)
“They achieve rass {sweet nectar} whilst attached to the tree and become ard mitteh {very sweet}. The tehni {branch} of Gurbani is like this , whichever nindak {slanderer} engages in tarak {discrediting it} after hearing it , it sheds them {like the rotten fruit}.” (49)
“That viakhti {person} cannot obtain Parmeshvar’s rass {Waheguru Ji’s sweet nectar}, the dirt/soiling of janam maran {births and deaths} will stick to them. The ones that remain attached to the tehni {branch} of Prabhu {Waheguru} simran , obtain gyan-rass {sweet nectar of divine knowledge}. Just as a fruit ripens and becomes sweet , so does this person attain sweet mukti {liberation} and the bandan {bonds} of unhappiness are thus destroyed.” (50)
“Heh Bhanna! By listening this way , do not maintain any farak {difference} with Parameshvar {Waheguru}. Never do the thiagh {quitting} of the Sukh {happiness} giving Satnaam , if you have the ablashah {desire} to induce Anand {bliss}.” (51)
“Upon hearing this Bhanna accepted Guru Ji’s bachan {divine instructions} and said , “Gurbani is truly the khaan {treasure trove} of sachay gunn {true attributes}.” He swam across bhavjall {ocean of fears i.e. this world} with great ease as a result of dridh {utter determination} of Waheguru Simran. (52)
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A Sikh named Maya Lumbh lived in the pind (village) Sohund , he attended Satsangat on a daily basis. With great love and utmost respect he would sing Guru Ji’s shabads in the form of Prem Bhagti (love devotion). (1)
He came to do the darshan (seeing) of Satguru and placed his head on the Charan Kanwal (heavenly feet) of Guru Ji. After staying for some days he asked , “heh nipunn (proficient) Guru Ji please tell me.” (2)
“Some attend Satsangat with kaamna (specific desires) and achieve padarath (goods) which provide guzara (subsistence) , which they consume.” (3)
“Some Sikhs engage in Dharam di kamaiee (honest living) , they eat food after sharing it with other Sikhs first. Those with kamana (desires) and those who are nishkam (no desires) , they perform and listen tom kirtan at both times {morning and afternoon}.” (4)
“They spend their lives in the presence of Satsangat and do your darshan (seeing). What is their fate ahead? What is the difference in the phall (fruition) that they attain?” (5)
Sri Hargobind Sahib then imparted , “they both come to Satsangat. The one’s who attend with kamana (desires) , after death they go to Gandarbh lok (heavenly place) and will take painless pleasure.” (6)
“Will become mukht (liberated) from births and deaths. Will not endure the pains of such. The one’s that are nishkami (desireless) obtain gyan , will give sukh to everyone since they consider this jagat (world) to be chootah (false).” (7)
“When the sareer (body) diminishes of the nishkami (desireless) , they become livleen (infused) with Waheguru. Nishkami is above all , the secondly the kamnah walay (with desire) are:-“ (8)
“Some accept {cash/gifts etc.} just for the nirbah (rearing/needs) of the tann (body) , without asking whatsoever someone gives with prem (love) they accept. They become very pleased in the heart , considers them to be sent by Wahegruru Ji thenself.” (9)
“Those who share their gifts/cash with others before consuming and engage in Kirtan/Katha for mukhti (liberation). What little padarath (goods) they acquire , they remain parsan (happy) with santokh (satisfaction).” (10)
“This too is on a par with being nishkam (desireless) , which so ever padarath (goods) are acquired without lobh (greed).
The one’s who has a kahish (desire) to obtain materialism will only achieve Gandarbh (heavenly abode) {as opposed to kalyan}.” (11)
“If someone does Kirtan/Katha or other good deeds with utter greed for materialistic gain but does not absorb the Gurbani in the mind , their bharam (doubts/anxiety etc) will not go.” (12)
“Whichever padarath (goods) are desired {in satsangat} will be achieved. If the person only has a desire for materialism then after death then will be given manukah sareer (human body) again. Then they will engage in abundant Satguru’s simran.” (13)
“The mael (dirt/filth/adulteration) will only be lost after anek (many) births , they will achive mukhti in the end after becoming nishkam (without desire). That is why {Guru Ji says} become nishkam (without desire) when doing kirtan and Satnaam Simran.” (14)
After hearing this updesh he absorbed it in his heart , his kasht (pains) of births and deaths became removed. There was one Sikh named Choohad Chaujad who was very gunvaan (good attributes) who lived in Lucknow. (15)
Rising , sitting , lying down , walking , and working , he would remain focused on Satnaam. He came to do the darshan (seeing) of Guru Ji. He bowed his head at the charan kanwal (heavenly feet) of Guru Ji. (16)
He stayed there for many days. One day he said to Guru Ji “what is the mool (foundation) of the Sikhi vael (vine/branch/stem etc.)? explain the roop (form) of this , in which way it can be acquired.” (17)
Sri Guru Hargobind Ji said “the snimar mann (humble mind) is the keht (farm land). Guru sharda (faith) is the ungreh beej (seeds that have taken root) in that keht (farmland). The preet (devotion/adherence/love etc.) with Guru Ji is the pukki jadd (firm root).” (18)
“The milaap (meeting) with Satsangat is the growing of this Sikhi vael(vine). The seva of Sants with shubh tahng (love/devotion) is the blossoming of this vael {vine}.” (19)
“The dharnah (adoption) of Guru Ji’s gunn (teachings) are the green leaves of this vine , which grow bushier on a daily basis. Doing Kirtan or listening of Kirtan , is the equivelant of watering this Sikhi vine.” (20)
“The contemplation {katha etc.} of the shabad is the flowering of this vael {vine}. Doing or listening to Kirtan is the sugandi (fragrance) of these flowers. With Ukat Jugat (Guru Ji’s teachings) , Amrit Rass {sweet nectar} is seen. Remaing varaigmay (detached) from vishey (vices etc.) is a big kheda (bliss).” (21)
“Considering the Jagat (world) to be chootah (false) is the fruit bearing on this vine. Just as we see rass (nectar) in fruit , so too on this vine of Sikhi the fruit becomes sweet with the nectar of Brahmanand (Waheguru Ji’s Amrit). Then manukh (mankind) recognise their roop (form) , this is the taste {accept this in your mind}.” (22)
“This is the mool (foundation) of the Sikhi vael {vine} , these are the Sikhs who love {pyar} Guru. They are Gurmukh {facing Guru Ji at all times} , and they are parupkari (selfless service)! They are Gyani (knowledgeable) and Bhagat (devotees) , think about it {veechar lavhoy}” (23)
“They are mahan Shiromani (highest) in the jagat (world). They win the jagat (world) and never suffer defeat.” Upon hearing these bachan (divine words) from Satguru Ji Choohad went home whilst eulogising {shalagah} Guru Ji. (24)
There was a very agyakari (obedient) Guru Ji’s Sikh whose name was Bhanna , who lived in the parsidh (famous) tirith (holy site) of Pryagh. He lived there for a long time , then decided to leave for Satguru Ji’s darshan (seeing). (25)
According to his samratha (ability) he placed bhet (offerings) in front of Guru Ji and did bandana (showing respect with clasped hands etc.) Guru Ji asked asked him sukh shaand (well being) , at that point he made a benti (humble request) to Satguru Ji. (26)
“The kamana (desire) of my heart is that do my kalyan (liberation) , I have come to your sharan (sanctuary). Give me your updesh (supreme instruction) , which causes the chakkar (cycle) of birth and death.” (27)
Sri Guru Hargobind Ji said “heh chattar veer (intelligent friend)! Do dharm di kamaiee (honest living). Always engage in Waheguru Naam Simran , never lose sight of this.” (28)
Then Bhanna contemplated satt (truth) asatt (false) after hearing this. Then he spoke again. “When people of other faiths meet with me they argue and attempt to discredit {tarak} and say.” (29)
“The person who is the mahan pursh (great ) , if someone talks with them over and over again then they become agitated. They become annoyed and reprimands them , and will not let them keep their company.” (30)
“You persistently say Ram Ram , Ram will not be pleased {reej}, rather will become agitated. You can try this for yourself {nirdhaar}. What phall (benefit) will you achieve? Maha phall daata swami (Waheguru Ji) will become annoyed”. (31)
Upon hearing this Satguru Ji said “do not understand this to be the case , adopt sharda (faith) , the way we say. Just as a gareeb (poor/weak/helpless) person is attacked by a group of enemies , and inflict much pain.” (32)
“When that mazloom (helpless person) becomes niraz (lose hope) from every other means , then he shouts {calls/pukaar} the name of his malik {king}. He continues calling until his pukar {call/cry} is heard.” (33)
“Upon hearing his pukar {calling/cry} the enemy start toretreat and abandon the pain infliction. The enemy cease their strength , and owing to the fear of the malik {king} they dare not go near.” (34)
“When the naukar (servants) of the king see their companion being attacked they adopt kirpa (compassion) and lend assistance , they succeed in fending off the enemy.” (35)
“If the king hears the cries/calls and comes to realise that someone is calling me , then with kirpa (compassion) he becomes totally nirbah (fearless) and gives maha sukh (great joy) by killing the enemy.” (36)
“In the same way kaam (lust) , krodh (anger) etc. Do chagdha (argument/fighting) nitt (daily) and rob manukh (mankind) as a subsequent. Fear in the roop (form) of paap (sin) is shown by these vices. If jeev (being) sees these dukhdayak (terrifying) enemies.” (37)
“Then he should engage in Ram Ram {Waheguru} meditation , if he is met by Sants then they cause their udhar (saviour). They will impart guidance which in turn causes the eradication of these vices/sins.” (38)
“Parmashar (Waheguru) does kirpa (blessings) , they realise that someone is calling me. They {Waheguru Ji} take mercy on us in the knowledge that we {kalyugi beings} have sought Waheguru Ji’s sharan {sanctuary} whilst in deep distress. The daily onslaught of maar ({pain infliction} is horrendous.” (39)
“It is then Prabhu {Waheguru Ji} shower their mercy by destroying all our bandan {shackles/handcuffs/vices} and thus delivers mukti {liberation}. Prabhu blesses Abchall Sukh {everlasting happiness} in the form of their daat {gift} , this can only be acquired with Naam Simran.” (40)
“Satguru Ji then said , “the ones who argue with you , obstruct you from Naam Simran of Prabhu {Waheguru} , are nindaks {slanderers} and your biggest dushman {enemy}. Nothing else is as dukhdayak {terrifying} as them.” (41)
“Never do their sangh {associating/meeting} , meeting and speaking with them gives rise to paap {sin}. They discredit your nischa {faith} and attempt to destabilise you , they want to influence you towards kohtti matt {adulterated actions}.” (42)
“They never let go of vishey {sins/anti-social behaviour} , leave the company of such people. Never do their sangat {company} , always attempt to leave them {yattan}.” (43)
“Upon hearing this Bhanna asked , “In what way is this? The vishey manukh {sinful people} are a bigger dushman {enemy} than visheh {sins}? The bhugta {engager} of visheh {sins} is akin to karj {effect} and the visheh {sins} are karan {cause}.” (44)
“Upon hearing this Sri Hargobind Ji said “Karan {cause} is the agni {fire} which burns the sareer {body} , if metal were to be heated with this agni {fire} then it shines after becoming red hot.” (45)
“The agni {fire} causes immense heat , that is impossible to tolerate and cannot be approached. In the same way the vishey {sinners} become like this. Cannot attain mukti {liberation}.” (46)
“Their sangat causes manukh {mankind} to fall from grace , shubh padvi {pure status} can never be acquired. Just as a tree that bears much fruit , some of the fruit will fall on the ground as a result of wind.” (47)
“That kacha phall {unripe fruit} becomes ghanda {soiled/dirty} , bhaav {in other words} it rots and cannot ripen as a result of falling off the branch and as such will not contain rass {sweet nectar}. The fruit that has not been affected by the wind remain permanently attached to the Shaak {branch}.” (48)
“They achieve rass {sweet nectar} whilst attached to the tree and become ard mitteh {very sweet}. The tehni {branch} of Gurbani is like this , whichever nindak {slanderer} engages in tarak {discrediting it} after hearing it , it sheds them {like the rotten fruit}.” (49)
“That viakhti {person} cannot obtain Parmeshvar’s rass {Waheguru Ji’s sweet nectar}, the dirt/soiling of janam maran {births and deaths} will stick to them. The ones that remain attached to the tehni {branch} of Prabhu {Waheguru} simran , obtain gyan-rass {sweet nectar of divine knowledge}. Just as a fruit ripens and becomes sweet , so does this person attain sweet mukti {liberation} and the bandan {bonds} of unhappiness are thus destroyed.” (50)
“Heh Bhanna! By listening this way , do not maintain any farak {difference} with Parameshvar {Waheguru}. Never do the thiagh {quitting} of the Sukh {happiness} giving Satnaam , if you have the ablashah {desire} to induce Anand {bliss}.” (51)
“Upon hearing this Bhanna accepted Guru Ji’s bachan {divine instructions} and said , “Gurbani is truly the khaan {treasure trove} of sachay gunn {true attributes}.” He swam across bhavjall {ocean of fears i.e. this world} with great ease as a result of dridh {utter determination} of Waheguru Simran. (52)
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Monday 23 August 2010
Jattu Tappa Updesh SriHargobindJi Maharajh Patshai 6th.
Raas 5th , Adaiy 45th.
Jattu Tappa.
In Jonpur lived a mahan (great) tappa (physical endurance etc.). He came to do the darshan of Sri Guru Hargobind Ji. (1)
He did bandana (paying respect) with clasped hands and made a benti (request) whilst sitting down. “Have heard your bhari sarasht juss (mighty praise) , lakhs (hundreds of thousands) of manukh (mamnkind) have adopted bhadi matt (sins/anti social behaviour etc.)” (2)
“Hey kirpa nidhan (treasure trove of blessings) ! I have come to your sharan please give me updesh (teaching/guidance) so that I can reach kalyan (liberation)”. Upon hearing this Guru Ji said “do shantki tap”. (3)
“Utter Waheguru’s naam on a daily basis , by stopping your indraeh (thought process) absorb naam in your mann (mind).” Afterwards the tappa asked “some of sarasht matt (of great wisdom) say.” (4)
“That it is not possible to attain gatti (liberation) without gyan (knowledge) , the ved’s give parman (instruction) on this.” Upon hearing this Guru Ji said “understand that if your desire is for gatti (liberation).” (5)
“Those who engage in Naam Japp in their minds day and night , they achieve the four davaray (enterance). Through which mukhti (living liberation) can be entered and as such Waheguru can be met.” (6)
“Just as there are 4 entrances to Sri Harmander Sahib , whichever entrance one steps through , for them that is uttam (highly). Jog , virag , bhagti , and gyan are achieved in hand through Naam Simran.” (7)
“Focus the attention in a sundar (good/beautiful etc.) manner , do simran of Satnaam with prem (love). Then the phall (divine gift/fruition) of jog is achieved. With simran the mann (mind) becomes stable.” (8)
“Then vairag (detachment) from Vishay (sinful thoughts/actions) takes place which is the mool (foundation) of bhagti (devotion) , then manukh (mankind) becomes accustomed to simran. By engaging in this maha prem (great love) develops with Prabhu (Waheguru Ji). Day and night Ik (Waheguru ji) is absorbed in the mind.” (9)
“Whosoever is the recipient of Waheguru Ji’s kirpa (blessing) , they acquire livv (concentration). Then gyan is produced in the hirdah (heart). Only consider the atmah (soul) to be puran (complete) , recognise the true self (i.e. atmah within body) and extinguish bandan (attachments etc.).” (10)
“These are the four asray (pillars/supports) of Satnaam , which are achieved upon engaging in Simran. “That is why if you desire the four , then associate yourself with Naam.” (11)
“By attending the Dharamsal Satguru (satsangat/place of worship) a mighty phall (gift/fruition) is achieved by taking each step. Listen to the shabad by removing hankaar (ego) and making the mind humble , the Upashana (devotion) of Prabhu (Waheguru Ji) will be attained.” (12)
“Do ishnaan (washing) pishli raat (Amrit vela/early hours) , this shantki tap is saresht (above all) and mahan (great). With Satnaam Simran phall (fruition) is acquired. Focus on the belief meh tann nahi haih (I am not body).” (13)
“I was not born when my physical body was born , I will not die when the body physically dies. My roop (form) is Satt Chetan Anand , slowly but surely this sukhan da mool (foundation of all happiness) is achieved.” (14)
Navla and Nihala were Guru Ji’s Sikhs , whose abode was in Patna and they lived there. They always spoke the truth , made an honest living and always yearned for truthful company. (15)
Whichever Sikh would engage in bhajan (Waheguru Ji’s praises) with prem (love) , they would do their seva with utmost enthusiasm. They came to do the darshan (seeing) of Satguru Ji , they bowed their heads after placing bhet (offerings) according to their samratha (ability). (16)
After staying with Guru Ji for some days , one day they made a benti (humble request) whilst sitting near Guru Ji. “Guru Gareeb Nazaaz (bestows powers to the poor) , Mukhti Datay (bestows liberation)! please give us mahan (great) updesh (instruction/guidance).” (17)
“Which causes everything to be accomplished by doing , leaving nothing unachieved.” Guru Ji said persistently do the Upashana (devotion) of Satnaam.” (18)
At that point Nihala said “some with saresht matt (great minds) say that as long as there is dwaht (duality) in the heart of man then tripti (the coalition of Upas , Upashana , and Upashak) remains.” (19)
First there is Upas , secondly Upashna , and third Upashak. Just as Thiatha , theh , and thian. In the same way gyatha , gyan , and gey is. (20)
When Advaytah is achieved then these three are not seen. It becomes Parbrahm Saroop (Waheguru) , just as a drop of water becomes part of the ocean. (21)
When Namee , Naam , and Jaapak are not , then see your entire saroop (form). Upon hearing this Guru Ji said ,”Bhagti (devotion) is of four kinds.” (22)
“with many kamnavah (desires) in the mind , they engage in Satnaam Simran day and night and does the seva of Sants. Whichsoever bachan (instructions) they give , they agree to it.” (23)
“Their kamnavah (desires) become fulfilled , then a beautiful devotion for Prabhu (Waheguru) arises in the heart. Secondly there are those who become bhagats because they are Atar (antagonised) , when enemies cause abundant dukh (pains etc.).” (24)
“Some feel much pain as a result of a rog (illness/disease etc.) , they engage in Simran as a result. They become sukhi (happy) from enemies , the ailments disappear and become mighty strong.” (25)
“Their sharda (faith) has increased , they do perpetual simran because of this. Thirdly there are those who adopt Upashna on a daily basis , they do the Simran of Satnaam (who removes paaps/sins).” (26)
“The daas considers their Prabhu to be the karta (creator) , we are like istri (female) and Parmeshvar (Waheguru) is akin to the patti (husband). The antar indreh (mindset) becomes nirmal (pure) , then Brahm Gyan (divine knowledge) is attained.” (27)
“Fourth Gyani are vishal (broad) bhagat , they only see the one Parmeshvar in everyone and desire to see as well. Just as there is akash (sky light) in Ghada (clay pot) and kohta (high building) , in the same way Ik Brahm (Waheguru) gives parkash light in everyone.” (28)
“By understanding it in this way they engage in perpetual simran of Prabhu (Waheguru)
, then Uttam Atam-Gyan (highest divine knowledge) is absorbed in the heart. Climbing from the chauthi bhoomka (fourth stage etc.) then fifth and sixth , they then rest in the seventh.” (29)
“That is why you should do Satnaam Simran , and whilst remaining nishkam (without desires) do the seva of Sants. Lose the ego pride and keep the mind low (humble) , then this will give rise to your kalyan being acquired in a very simple method.” (30)
At that point upon hearing this outstanding updesh bhai Navla and Nihala became Gurmukhs (adhering to Guru Ji’s teachings). Soorbeer (warrior) Jaaht Jeht was a big Pehalvan (wrestler). His duty was gate keeper at Guru Ji’s entrance. (31)
Always remained stationed at the gate and none could enter without his permission. One day while Guru Ji were sitting sehaj subah (generally) he asked. (32)
“Some say that when gyan is attained , then what is the purpose of bhgati (devotion) ? When gyan gives rise to bibek (pleasure/knowledge etc.)” (33)
“Guru Ji imparted a shub marg (auspicious technique) , without bhagti gyan does not show shoba (elegance/grace). Just as there is a lot of strength in butter , if it is mixed in food then that becomes very svaadi (tasty).” (34)
“If someone suffering from kuff (phlegm etc.) is given butter then this will play havoc in their chest by causing congestion. Their mouth will feel bland day and night , a nasty cough will develop and there will be a loss of appetite.” (35)
“If the taseer (constitution) of the body is that of pitt (very heated) then that person will develop diarrhoea and many unpleasant ailments will be given rise to.” (36)
“If the butter is mixed with missri (crystalised sugar etc.) then the consumption of this will lead to pleasure. In the same way the characteristics of gyan is such that if it is taken individually i.e. meh brahm huh ( I am Brahm) then this is neither elegant or graceful.” (37)
“The person listening to this will become very angry , will go to narak (hell) , will not see swarg (paradise). If a hankari (egoistic) person adopts gyan in their heart then they will consider themselves very big.” (38)
“Neither will they do seva in Satsangat and neither will they show nimratha (being humble) towards anybody. This is on a par to the chesty congestion in the previous scenario , they will go to narak (hell) in a terrifying manner.” (39)
“If a vishey (lustful) person listens to just gyan then he will engage in the bhog of pariee istri (adultery) etc. and also develop other anti-social habits. This is on a par to the diarrhoea scenario , and will endure the torture of narak (hell).” (40)
“That is why Brahm-Gyan (divine knowledge) should be taken in conjunction with bhagti (devotion) , this is the kalyan of everyone. Meh pabhu da daas huh (I am the servant of Waheguru Ji) will sound beautifully elegant and graceful from their mouth. In that way Ahangbrahm (Pramatmah) i.e. Waheguru ji’s Gyan will take parkash (enlightenment) in the heart.” (41)
“That is why everybody needs to do Naam Simran , with prem (love) adopt the Sukha da Dharam (Waheguru Simran). That is why kushk (arid/dry) gyan is not good. If Naam Simran is done along with it then the jeev (human beings) will achieve that state of kalyan (life liberation)”. (42)
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Guru Ji are Sarbagh (limitless) , we are alpagh (thick as two short planks)..
Please forgive any shortcomings and offer guidance for the future.
WaheguruJikaKhalsaWaheguruJikeFateh.
Jattu Tappa.
In Jonpur lived a mahan (great) tappa (physical endurance etc.). He came to do the darshan of Sri Guru Hargobind Ji. (1)
He did bandana (paying respect) with clasped hands and made a benti (request) whilst sitting down. “Have heard your bhari sarasht juss (mighty praise) , lakhs (hundreds of thousands) of manukh (mamnkind) have adopted bhadi matt (sins/anti social behaviour etc.)” (2)
“Hey kirpa nidhan (treasure trove of blessings) ! I have come to your sharan please give me updesh (teaching/guidance) so that I can reach kalyan (liberation)”. Upon hearing this Guru Ji said “do shantki tap”. (3)
“Utter Waheguru’s naam on a daily basis , by stopping your indraeh (thought process) absorb naam in your mann (mind).” Afterwards the tappa asked “some of sarasht matt (of great wisdom) say.” (4)
“That it is not possible to attain gatti (liberation) without gyan (knowledge) , the ved’s give parman (instruction) on this.” Upon hearing this Guru Ji said “understand that if your desire is for gatti (liberation).” (5)
“Those who engage in Naam Japp in their minds day and night , they achieve the four davaray (enterance). Through which mukhti (living liberation) can be entered and as such Waheguru can be met.” (6)
“Just as there are 4 entrances to Sri Harmander Sahib , whichever entrance one steps through , for them that is uttam (highly). Jog , virag , bhagti , and gyan are achieved in hand through Naam Simran.” (7)
“Focus the attention in a sundar (good/beautiful etc.) manner , do simran of Satnaam with prem (love). Then the phall (divine gift/fruition) of jog is achieved. With simran the mann (mind) becomes stable.” (8)
“Then vairag (detachment) from Vishay (sinful thoughts/actions) takes place which is the mool (foundation) of bhagti (devotion) , then manukh (mankind) becomes accustomed to simran. By engaging in this maha prem (great love) develops with Prabhu (Waheguru Ji). Day and night Ik (Waheguru ji) is absorbed in the mind.” (9)
“Whosoever is the recipient of Waheguru Ji’s kirpa (blessing) , they acquire livv (concentration). Then gyan is produced in the hirdah (heart). Only consider the atmah (soul) to be puran (complete) , recognise the true self (i.e. atmah within body) and extinguish bandan (attachments etc.).” (10)
“These are the four asray (pillars/supports) of Satnaam , which are achieved upon engaging in Simran. “That is why if you desire the four , then associate yourself with Naam.” (11)
“By attending the Dharamsal Satguru (satsangat/place of worship) a mighty phall (gift/fruition) is achieved by taking each step. Listen to the shabad by removing hankaar (ego) and making the mind humble , the Upashana (devotion) of Prabhu (Waheguru Ji) will be attained.” (12)
“Do ishnaan (washing) pishli raat (Amrit vela/early hours) , this shantki tap is saresht (above all) and mahan (great). With Satnaam Simran phall (fruition) is acquired. Focus on the belief meh tann nahi haih (I am not body).” (13)
“I was not born when my physical body was born , I will not die when the body physically dies. My roop (form) is Satt Chetan Anand , slowly but surely this sukhan da mool (foundation of all happiness) is achieved.” (14)
Navla and Nihala were Guru Ji’s Sikhs , whose abode was in Patna and they lived there. They always spoke the truth , made an honest living and always yearned for truthful company. (15)
Whichever Sikh would engage in bhajan (Waheguru Ji’s praises) with prem (love) , they would do their seva with utmost enthusiasm. They came to do the darshan (seeing) of Satguru Ji , they bowed their heads after placing bhet (offerings) according to their samratha (ability). (16)
After staying with Guru Ji for some days , one day they made a benti (humble request) whilst sitting near Guru Ji. “Guru Gareeb Nazaaz (bestows powers to the poor) , Mukhti Datay (bestows liberation)! please give us mahan (great) updesh (instruction/guidance).” (17)
“Which causes everything to be accomplished by doing , leaving nothing unachieved.” Guru Ji said persistently do the Upashana (devotion) of Satnaam.” (18)
At that point Nihala said “some with saresht matt (great minds) say that as long as there is dwaht (duality) in the heart of man then tripti (the coalition of Upas , Upashana , and Upashak) remains.” (19)
First there is Upas , secondly Upashna , and third Upashak. Just as Thiatha , theh , and thian. In the same way gyatha , gyan , and gey is. (20)
When Advaytah is achieved then these three are not seen. It becomes Parbrahm Saroop (Waheguru) , just as a drop of water becomes part of the ocean. (21)
When Namee , Naam , and Jaapak are not , then see your entire saroop (form). Upon hearing this Guru Ji said ,”Bhagti (devotion) is of four kinds.” (22)
“with many kamnavah (desires) in the mind , they engage in Satnaam Simran day and night and does the seva of Sants. Whichsoever bachan (instructions) they give , they agree to it.” (23)
“Their kamnavah (desires) become fulfilled , then a beautiful devotion for Prabhu (Waheguru) arises in the heart. Secondly there are those who become bhagats because they are Atar (antagonised) , when enemies cause abundant dukh (pains etc.).” (24)
“Some feel much pain as a result of a rog (illness/disease etc.) , they engage in Simran as a result. They become sukhi (happy) from enemies , the ailments disappear and become mighty strong.” (25)
“Their sharda (faith) has increased , they do perpetual simran because of this. Thirdly there are those who adopt Upashna on a daily basis , they do the Simran of Satnaam (who removes paaps/sins).” (26)
“The daas considers their Prabhu to be the karta (creator) , we are like istri (female) and Parmeshvar (Waheguru) is akin to the patti (husband). The antar indreh (mindset) becomes nirmal (pure) , then Brahm Gyan (divine knowledge) is attained.” (27)
“Fourth Gyani are vishal (broad) bhagat , they only see the one Parmeshvar in everyone and desire to see as well. Just as there is akash (sky light) in Ghada (clay pot) and kohta (high building) , in the same way Ik Brahm (Waheguru) gives parkash light in everyone.” (28)
“By understanding it in this way they engage in perpetual simran of Prabhu (Waheguru)
, then Uttam Atam-Gyan (highest divine knowledge) is absorbed in the heart. Climbing from the chauthi bhoomka (fourth stage etc.) then fifth and sixth , they then rest in the seventh.” (29)
“That is why you should do Satnaam Simran , and whilst remaining nishkam (without desires) do the seva of Sants. Lose the ego pride and keep the mind low (humble) , then this will give rise to your kalyan being acquired in a very simple method.” (30)
At that point upon hearing this outstanding updesh bhai Navla and Nihala became Gurmukhs (adhering to Guru Ji’s teachings). Soorbeer (warrior) Jaaht Jeht was a big Pehalvan (wrestler). His duty was gate keeper at Guru Ji’s entrance. (31)
Always remained stationed at the gate and none could enter without his permission. One day while Guru Ji were sitting sehaj subah (generally) he asked. (32)
“Some say that when gyan is attained , then what is the purpose of bhgati (devotion) ? When gyan gives rise to bibek (pleasure/knowledge etc.)” (33)
“Guru Ji imparted a shub marg (auspicious technique) , without bhagti gyan does not show shoba (elegance/grace). Just as there is a lot of strength in butter , if it is mixed in food then that becomes very svaadi (tasty).” (34)
“If someone suffering from kuff (phlegm etc.) is given butter then this will play havoc in their chest by causing congestion. Their mouth will feel bland day and night , a nasty cough will develop and there will be a loss of appetite.” (35)
“If the taseer (constitution) of the body is that of pitt (very heated) then that person will develop diarrhoea and many unpleasant ailments will be given rise to.” (36)
“If the butter is mixed with missri (crystalised sugar etc.) then the consumption of this will lead to pleasure. In the same way the characteristics of gyan is such that if it is taken individually i.e. meh brahm huh ( I am Brahm) then this is neither elegant or graceful.” (37)
“The person listening to this will become very angry , will go to narak (hell) , will not see swarg (paradise). If a hankari (egoistic) person adopts gyan in their heart then they will consider themselves very big.” (38)
“Neither will they do seva in Satsangat and neither will they show nimratha (being humble) towards anybody. This is on a par to the chesty congestion in the previous scenario , they will go to narak (hell) in a terrifying manner.” (39)
“If a vishey (lustful) person listens to just gyan then he will engage in the bhog of pariee istri (adultery) etc. and also develop other anti-social habits. This is on a par to the diarrhoea scenario , and will endure the torture of narak (hell).” (40)
“That is why Brahm-Gyan (divine knowledge) should be taken in conjunction with bhagti (devotion) , this is the kalyan of everyone. Meh pabhu da daas huh (I am the servant of Waheguru Ji) will sound beautifully elegant and graceful from their mouth. In that way Ahangbrahm (Pramatmah) i.e. Waheguru ji’s Gyan will take parkash (enlightenment) in the heart.” (41)
“That is why everybody needs to do Naam Simran , with prem (love) adopt the Sukha da Dharam (Waheguru Simran). That is why kushk (arid/dry) gyan is not good. If Naam Simran is done along with it then the jeev (human beings) will achieve that state of kalyan (life liberation)”. (42)
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Guru Ji are Sarbagh (limitless) , we are alpagh (thick as two short planks)..
Please forgive any shortcomings and offer guidance for the future.
WaheguruJikaKhalsaWaheguruJikeFateh.
Sunday 22 August 2010
Bhanu Bel Updesh SriGuruHargobind Sahib Ji 6th Patshahi.
Bhanu Behl.
Raas 5th, Adaiy 46th.
In Rajmahalpur lived a Sikh named Bhanoo Behl , he adopted Sikhi with great love and would engage in his duties according to Guru Ji’s matt (instructions). (1)
He meditated upon Satnam Waheguru; he shared his food before eating it himself. He came to Sri Hargobind Ji and upon placing offerings he bowed his head. (2)
He asked the ocean of knowledge (Guru Ji) “Shaastars contain many teachings, some praise Tapp (endurance) and Tirith (holy sites) and some say engage in Vart Nem.” (3)
“Some do Jugg Horm , some say make donations but in the house of Satguru the greatness is only achieved through the simran of Satnam.” (4)
“What is the difference between them? explain this. In what way is the Mehmah (greatness) of Satnam more?”. Upon hearing this Guru Ji imparted a mahan jugti (great technique). (5)
“Consider Satnam to be the mathematical number one, all other actions are on a par to zero. Write number one first, then by following it with a zero its value has increased by tenfold”. (6)
“If the number one is not placed before the zeros then just zeros by themselves are valueless. These zeros hold no value in counting etc. Since it remains nothing.” (7)
“In this way without Satnam everything is veyarth (waste). There are some Punn Karam (good deeds) whose phall (reaction) is from beginning to end, i.e. diminishes. If one is not followed by zero then it cannot become tenfold but will remain one in itself it will not diminish.” (8)
“All other Dharam (faiths) are of the previous yugs (eras) , they can only be accomplished if man is very strong and has plentiful wealth. I Kalyug only Satnam is prominent , from this sukhah da ghar (happiness/liberation) can be attained.” (9)
“Freedom cannot be attained without Naam , with committing other karam hankaar (ego) is given rise to. With Hari Simran (Waheguru meditation) the mann (mind) becomes snimar (humble) , the end time is filled with sukh (pleasure).” (10)
“This is the difference , recognise this in the mind , this is without hankaar (ego).” Bhanoo Behl filled with happiness upon hearing this. He accepted Guru Ji’s words and took them to heart. (11)
Badli Sodhi and Seht Gopal always stayed with Guru Ji. They perpetually worked hard. Once they asked Guru Ji a question. (12)
“Give us updesh (Divine knowledge) which will give us Param Kalyan (highest liberation).” Guru Ji replied “You will remain very sukhi (happy) if you adopt humbleness towards everyone.” (13)
“Just as we see the water in a Fuharah (fountain) , the lower it goes the higher it rises. The dust of the feet is at the lowest point i.e. bottom of the feet, and because of this it blows onto everyone’s heads.” (14)
“The little finger on the hand is the one adorned with a beautiful ring. The smallest of all trees is the Chandan tree, it’s fragrance is taken by all the tress nearby.” (15)
“The higher the Padhvi (status) one requires , the more humble they should keep their mind. Vishnu is considered the greatest because he is more humble than everybody else.” (16)
“When Prighu Rishi kicked Vishnu in order to wake him , Vishnu started gently massaging Prighu Rishi’s feeet with utmost humility and considered himself blessed for being touched by a Brahmin (holy person). In the yagg (food service) of the Pandhavs he washed the feet of the Rishi’s. The other actions of Vishnu Bhagwan are all carried out with utmost humility. He does not adopt hankaar (ego).” (17)
“As a result of receiving high Padhvi (status) , he is of humble mind , there is no hankaar (ego) whatsoever. Always desires defeat from Gursikhs , does not ever want to defeat them.” (18)
“The victor ultimately loses , the defeated is the victor. They become magical.” (19)
“Whosoever thinks that “I have climbed high” he will have to come down. The one’s who desires to be low will suddenly reach height.” (20)
“The victor is the defeated and the defeated is the victor , in the way there is a reciprocal practice in Sikhs. Always remain humble in Satsangat, utter sweet words when meeting Sikhs.” (21)
Hearing the divine words from Satguru, he humbly attained Param Padhvi (high status). There was a handsome Gursikh named Chadda who’s house was in Agra. (22)
Sikhs would gather in the dharamsala (place of worship) , do Kirtan and Naam Simran. Wherever he saw Bhajan (Waheguru’s praises) being performed, he would do abundant seva there. (23)
He would come to Sri Guru Hargobind Ji and did seva with great love. One day whilst sitting by Guru Ji , with clasped hands he humbly requested. (24)
“Heh Satguru Ji by which method do you save Sikhs? By imparting gunn (good habits) and eradicating Augunn (vices etc.)?”
Upon hearing this Guru Ji said “Satguru char parkaar de hunday hunn (there are four types of Satguru).” (25)
“Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji is the foremost amongst the four , whose naam being just heard causes the Jamm (grim reaper) to let go. One Guru is akin to Titli (butterfly like) , it takes any category of Keedah (insect)”. (26)
"Upon keeping them safe in its house for a long time , the keedah (insect) too becomes a titli. It transforms any variety of keedah into its own form , but it can be seen that not all keedah become titli it only selects one kind to transform into a titli." (27)
"One Guru is like Paras (touchstone), if any one type of metal comes into contact with it then it will turn it into gold but cannot make the metal into Paras (touchstone) itself. It will not impart its power to anyone/anything etc." (28)
"One Guru is like Bavan Chandan (fragranced tree), during a particular season it will fragrant all the trees that are nearby it. This can only be done during a particular season and not all the time." (29)
"One Satgur is on a par with a diva (candle like device), if another diva comes into contact with it then it can light that up too provided that the diva comes to it with tel (oil) and batti (wick)." (30)
"Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji is Param Kirpaloo (supreme blessings), if anyone becomes a Sikh with Sharda (faith), reads and listens to Satguru Ji's Bani then he/she will slowly become a Brahm Gyani (having divine knowledge)." (31)
"Their Atmah becomes Anand May (blissful), if they wish they too can make others like them. There is no technique required other than meeting with Satsangat (holy congregation)." (32)
"From this Kalyan (liberation) is attained, the bandan (shackles) of births and deaths become naash (destryoyed)." Handsome Chaddha became an eager devotee of Satsangat after hearing this beautiful Updesh (teachings). (33)
A Sikh named Mohan lived in Decca who desired the attributes of Gursikhi in his heart. He came from far to do the Darshan (seeing) of Guru Ji. He gave bheta ( offerings) to Guru Ji according to his samratha (ability). (34)
Upon placing his head at Guru Ji's feet he felt a great sense of Anand (bliss). He stayed with Guru Ji with great love. One day whilst sitting near Sachay Patshah (true king i.e. Guru Ji) he made a benti (huble request). (35)
"Birth and death is a big kasht (pain), hey Kirpaloo (compassionate) Guru Ji, please eradicate this kasht." Guru Ji then replied , "you have not recognised yourself, without recognising oneself this mahan (tremendous) kasht (pain) does not finish." (36)
"Tell us this which roop (form) do you consider yourself?, in which your chit (mind) remains rangya (coloured)?" Upon hearing this Bhai Mohan said "we have seen tann roop (physical human body), hey Sachay Patshah (true king) we are your Sikhs." (37)
Upon hearing this Guru Ji said " know this that all sareer (bodies) are made of panj tatt (five elements). Panj tatt were present before taking birth, when the sareer becomes nasht (finished) the panj tatt will still remain." (38)
"That is why the tann (physical bodies) of Guru and Sikh are saman (equal). Parmatmah (Waheguru Ji) in any way is not less in either. Bhaav (in other words) just as the bodies of Guru and Sikh are made of the five elements, in the same way Viapak Parmatmah (all present Waheguru Ji) in both is brabar (equal). Parmatmah is neither born nor dies, remains Ik saman (constant) in Sakhi roop (always present)." (39)
"The bhed (difference) of the mann (mind) between Guru and Sikh is very big. The mind of Guru Ji is Ujjal (brilliant white etc.), the mind of the Sikh is Kala (black/stained etc.) One is shudh (pure), the other is ashudh (adulterated). When the Sikh comes the sharan (sanctuary) and engages in Pooja (Waheguru Ji's devotion)." (40)
"Walks the path of Gurbani by listening to it, takes into the heart with sthiratah (stability). Gradually remove the mahal (filth/dirt etc.) from the mind, make it ujjal (brilliant white/clean etc.) and free from dirt etc." (41)
"Then the Sikh should recognise their roop (form), distance all the sareer hankaar (body/self/ego etc.)The laksh (property) of the Jeev (being) and Ishvar (Waheguru Ji) is the same Sat Chitt Anand (eternal bliss)." (42)
"The bani (words) of both is separate , the bani of the jeev (beings) is very little. The bani of Ishvar (Waheguru Ji) is sarab viapak (everywhere) , whosoever knows this well is gyanvaan (with knowledge)." (43)
"One jall (water) is ujjal (clean) one together with tal (pool etc.) is dirty. Look at the pratibimb (reflection) of the suraj (sun) in both. In the dirty water it looks dirty. Where the water is clean and ujjal (clear) then the sun there will look ujjal (clear) and clean too." (44)
"Shudh (pure) Satogun is in maya, the aks (reflection) of Brahm (Waheguru Ji) that falls on shudh (pure) maya is Ishvar (Waheguru Ji). The Aks (reflection) of Brahm on maleen (filth) maya , or avidya tamogun in other words , is the Jeev (being)." (45)
"Six attributes can be seen in Ishvar, that is why they are called Bhagwan. Listen to this in deatail." (46)
"Jass, Aishvarj , Viragh , Udartah , Lashmi , and Gyan. The six vikar and jeona (living) , marnah (dying) are the varn of the sareer (body)." (47)
"Bhuk (hunger) and Pyas (thirst) are both between the pran (life force). Kushi (happiness) and Gammi (unhappiness) are between the mann (mind). There is Nirlaep (unblemished) Brahm Saakhi (Waheguru Ji) there, and if recognised one becomes mukt (liberated)." (48)
"Upon hearing this the Sikhs then asked "you have just eulogised Satnaam". Then Satguru Ji replied "try to understand in your minds, just as there is a strong currant in the river." (49)
"Some try to cross it with the strength of their arms, but these are few, think about it. By boarding the baedi (boat) everyone can cross it easily." (50)
"In the same way Satnaam is a mighty Jahaz (ship) , by engaging in Naam Japp all the desires of the mind are fulfilled. In the end Naam becomes a huge sahyik (support). It destroys all the Kasht (troubles) forever." (51)
"There is nothing comparable to this in Kalyug (this era). Do simran on a daily basis. If a person engages in Namm Japp daily then they are Dhan (very great). Prabhu (Waheguru Ji ) also becomes Prasan (pleased) when the livv (concentration) is entered into." (52)
"Whether it be Gristhy (married etc.) or Sanyasi (hermit) wihout Naam Japp then a noose is placed around the neck. Whether it be ucha (high) neeva (low) , rich or poor if Naam simran is accomplished Sehaj Subah (gradually)." (53)
"Then no one is parallel to them , even if a Brahmin engages in countless mahan (of great magnitude) tapp and vart (rituals). That is why perpetually absorb Naam in the Hidah (heart) , he/she crosses to salvation and causes the salvation of Pittar (elders)." (54)
All Sikhs became blissful upon hearing this, they absorbed Satnaam in their hearts. By engaging in simran , millions of Sikhs became liberated. Who can speak of their untt (end)?" (55)
Satguru Ji attached Sikhs to Gurmat , for the love of Sikhi they preached Gurmat."I have spoken of some of the Sikhs in the form of Katha , and the central attributes shown." (56)
That Sikh is of vadhey bhaag (blessed) whosoever has adopted Gurmat , has crossed into salvation for self and their sanghi's (who met with them) had their sorrows eradicated and they too attained salvation. (57)
Raas 5th, Adaiy 46th.
In Rajmahalpur lived a Sikh named Bhanoo Behl , he adopted Sikhi with great love and would engage in his duties according to Guru Ji’s matt (instructions). (1)
He meditated upon Satnam Waheguru; he shared his food before eating it himself. He came to Sri Hargobind Ji and upon placing offerings he bowed his head. (2)
He asked the ocean of knowledge (Guru Ji) “Shaastars contain many teachings, some praise Tapp (endurance) and Tirith (holy sites) and some say engage in Vart Nem.” (3)
“Some do Jugg Horm , some say make donations but in the house of Satguru the greatness is only achieved through the simran of Satnam.” (4)
“What is the difference between them? explain this. In what way is the Mehmah (greatness) of Satnam more?”. Upon hearing this Guru Ji imparted a mahan jugti (great technique). (5)
“Consider Satnam to be the mathematical number one, all other actions are on a par to zero. Write number one first, then by following it with a zero its value has increased by tenfold”. (6)
“If the number one is not placed before the zeros then just zeros by themselves are valueless. These zeros hold no value in counting etc. Since it remains nothing.” (7)
“In this way without Satnam everything is veyarth (waste). There are some Punn Karam (good deeds) whose phall (reaction) is from beginning to end, i.e. diminishes. If one is not followed by zero then it cannot become tenfold but will remain one in itself it will not diminish.” (8)
“All other Dharam (faiths) are of the previous yugs (eras) , they can only be accomplished if man is very strong and has plentiful wealth. I Kalyug only Satnam is prominent , from this sukhah da ghar (happiness/liberation) can be attained.” (9)
“Freedom cannot be attained without Naam , with committing other karam hankaar (ego) is given rise to. With Hari Simran (Waheguru meditation) the mann (mind) becomes snimar (humble) , the end time is filled with sukh (pleasure).” (10)
“This is the difference , recognise this in the mind , this is without hankaar (ego).” Bhanoo Behl filled with happiness upon hearing this. He accepted Guru Ji’s words and took them to heart. (11)
Badli Sodhi and Seht Gopal always stayed with Guru Ji. They perpetually worked hard. Once they asked Guru Ji a question. (12)
“Give us updesh (Divine knowledge) which will give us Param Kalyan (highest liberation).” Guru Ji replied “You will remain very sukhi (happy) if you adopt humbleness towards everyone.” (13)
“Just as we see the water in a Fuharah (fountain) , the lower it goes the higher it rises. The dust of the feet is at the lowest point i.e. bottom of the feet, and because of this it blows onto everyone’s heads.” (14)
“The little finger on the hand is the one adorned with a beautiful ring. The smallest of all trees is the Chandan tree, it’s fragrance is taken by all the tress nearby.” (15)
“The higher the Padhvi (status) one requires , the more humble they should keep their mind. Vishnu is considered the greatest because he is more humble than everybody else.” (16)
“When Prighu Rishi kicked Vishnu in order to wake him , Vishnu started gently massaging Prighu Rishi’s feeet with utmost humility and considered himself blessed for being touched by a Brahmin (holy person). In the yagg (food service) of the Pandhavs he washed the feet of the Rishi’s. The other actions of Vishnu Bhagwan are all carried out with utmost humility. He does not adopt hankaar (ego).” (17)
“As a result of receiving high Padhvi (status) , he is of humble mind , there is no hankaar (ego) whatsoever. Always desires defeat from Gursikhs , does not ever want to defeat them.” (18)
“The victor ultimately loses , the defeated is the victor. They become magical.” (19)
“Whosoever thinks that “I have climbed high” he will have to come down. The one’s who desires to be low will suddenly reach height.” (20)
“The victor is the defeated and the defeated is the victor , in the way there is a reciprocal practice in Sikhs. Always remain humble in Satsangat, utter sweet words when meeting Sikhs.” (21)
Hearing the divine words from Satguru, he humbly attained Param Padhvi (high status). There was a handsome Gursikh named Chadda who’s house was in Agra. (22)
Sikhs would gather in the dharamsala (place of worship) , do Kirtan and Naam Simran. Wherever he saw Bhajan (Waheguru’s praises) being performed, he would do abundant seva there. (23)
He would come to Sri Guru Hargobind Ji and did seva with great love. One day whilst sitting by Guru Ji , with clasped hands he humbly requested. (24)
“Heh Satguru Ji by which method do you save Sikhs? By imparting gunn (good habits) and eradicating Augunn (vices etc.)?”
Upon hearing this Guru Ji said “Satguru char parkaar de hunday hunn (there are four types of Satguru).” (25)
“Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji is the foremost amongst the four , whose naam being just heard causes the Jamm (grim reaper) to let go. One Guru is akin to Titli (butterfly like) , it takes any category of Keedah (insect)”. (26)
"Upon keeping them safe in its house for a long time , the keedah (insect) too becomes a titli. It transforms any variety of keedah into its own form , but it can be seen that not all keedah become titli it only selects one kind to transform into a titli." (27)
"One Guru is like Paras (touchstone), if any one type of metal comes into contact with it then it will turn it into gold but cannot make the metal into Paras (touchstone) itself. It will not impart its power to anyone/anything etc." (28)
"One Guru is like Bavan Chandan (fragranced tree), during a particular season it will fragrant all the trees that are nearby it. This can only be done during a particular season and not all the time." (29)
"One Satgur is on a par with a diva (candle like device), if another diva comes into contact with it then it can light that up too provided that the diva comes to it with tel (oil) and batti (wick)." (30)
"Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji is Param Kirpaloo (supreme blessings), if anyone becomes a Sikh with Sharda (faith), reads and listens to Satguru Ji's Bani then he/she will slowly become a Brahm Gyani (having divine knowledge)." (31)
"Their Atmah becomes Anand May (blissful), if they wish they too can make others like them. There is no technique required other than meeting with Satsangat (holy congregation)." (32)
"From this Kalyan (liberation) is attained, the bandan (shackles) of births and deaths become naash (destryoyed)." Handsome Chaddha became an eager devotee of Satsangat after hearing this beautiful Updesh (teachings). (33)
A Sikh named Mohan lived in Decca who desired the attributes of Gursikhi in his heart. He came from far to do the Darshan (seeing) of Guru Ji. He gave bheta ( offerings) to Guru Ji according to his samratha (ability). (34)
Upon placing his head at Guru Ji's feet he felt a great sense of Anand (bliss). He stayed with Guru Ji with great love. One day whilst sitting near Sachay Patshah (true king i.e. Guru Ji) he made a benti (huble request). (35)
"Birth and death is a big kasht (pain), hey Kirpaloo (compassionate) Guru Ji, please eradicate this kasht." Guru Ji then replied , "you have not recognised yourself, without recognising oneself this mahan (tremendous) kasht (pain) does not finish." (36)
"Tell us this which roop (form) do you consider yourself?, in which your chit (mind) remains rangya (coloured)?" Upon hearing this Bhai Mohan said "we have seen tann roop (physical human body), hey Sachay Patshah (true king) we are your Sikhs." (37)
Upon hearing this Guru Ji said " know this that all sareer (bodies) are made of panj tatt (five elements). Panj tatt were present before taking birth, when the sareer becomes nasht (finished) the panj tatt will still remain." (38)
"That is why the tann (physical bodies) of Guru and Sikh are saman (equal). Parmatmah (Waheguru Ji) in any way is not less in either. Bhaav (in other words) just as the bodies of Guru and Sikh are made of the five elements, in the same way Viapak Parmatmah (all present Waheguru Ji) in both is brabar (equal). Parmatmah is neither born nor dies, remains Ik saman (constant) in Sakhi roop (always present)." (39)
"The bhed (difference) of the mann (mind) between Guru and Sikh is very big. The mind of Guru Ji is Ujjal (brilliant white etc.), the mind of the Sikh is Kala (black/stained etc.) One is shudh (pure), the other is ashudh (adulterated). When the Sikh comes the sharan (sanctuary) and engages in Pooja (Waheguru Ji's devotion)." (40)
"Walks the path of Gurbani by listening to it, takes into the heart with sthiratah (stability). Gradually remove the mahal (filth/dirt etc.) from the mind, make it ujjal (brilliant white/clean etc.) and free from dirt etc." (41)
"Then the Sikh should recognise their roop (form), distance all the sareer hankaar (body/self/ego etc.)The laksh (property) of the Jeev (being) and Ishvar (Waheguru Ji) is the same Sat Chitt Anand (eternal bliss)." (42)
"The bani (words) of both is separate , the bani of the jeev (beings) is very little. The bani of Ishvar (Waheguru Ji) is sarab viapak (everywhere) , whosoever knows this well is gyanvaan (with knowledge)." (43)
"One jall (water) is ujjal (clean) one together with tal (pool etc.) is dirty. Look at the pratibimb (reflection) of the suraj (sun) in both. In the dirty water it looks dirty. Where the water is clean and ujjal (clear) then the sun there will look ujjal (clear) and clean too." (44)
"Shudh (pure) Satogun is in maya, the aks (reflection) of Brahm (Waheguru Ji) that falls on shudh (pure) maya is Ishvar (Waheguru Ji). The Aks (reflection) of Brahm on maleen (filth) maya , or avidya tamogun in other words , is the Jeev (being)." (45)
"Six attributes can be seen in Ishvar, that is why they are called Bhagwan. Listen to this in deatail." (46)
"Jass, Aishvarj , Viragh , Udartah , Lashmi , and Gyan. The six vikar and jeona (living) , marnah (dying) are the varn of the sareer (body)." (47)
"Bhuk (hunger) and Pyas (thirst) are both between the pran (life force). Kushi (happiness) and Gammi (unhappiness) are between the mann (mind). There is Nirlaep (unblemished) Brahm Saakhi (Waheguru Ji) there, and if recognised one becomes mukt (liberated)." (48)
"Upon hearing this the Sikhs then asked "you have just eulogised Satnaam". Then Satguru Ji replied "try to understand in your minds, just as there is a strong currant in the river." (49)
"Some try to cross it with the strength of their arms, but these are few, think about it. By boarding the baedi (boat) everyone can cross it easily." (50)
"In the same way Satnaam is a mighty Jahaz (ship) , by engaging in Naam Japp all the desires of the mind are fulfilled. In the end Naam becomes a huge sahyik (support). It destroys all the Kasht (troubles) forever." (51)
"There is nothing comparable to this in Kalyug (this era). Do simran on a daily basis. If a person engages in Namm Japp daily then they are Dhan (very great). Prabhu (Waheguru Ji ) also becomes Prasan (pleased) when the livv (concentration) is entered into." (52)
"Whether it be Gristhy (married etc.) or Sanyasi (hermit) wihout Naam Japp then a noose is placed around the neck. Whether it be ucha (high) neeva (low) , rich or poor if Naam simran is accomplished Sehaj Subah (gradually)." (53)
"Then no one is parallel to them , even if a Brahmin engages in countless mahan (of great magnitude) tapp and vart (rituals). That is why perpetually absorb Naam in the Hidah (heart) , he/she crosses to salvation and causes the salvation of Pittar (elders)." (54)
All Sikhs became blissful upon hearing this, they absorbed Satnaam in their hearts. By engaging in simran , millions of Sikhs became liberated. Who can speak of their untt (end)?" (55)
Satguru Ji attached Sikhs to Gurmat , for the love of Sikhi they preached Gurmat."I have spoken of some of the Sikhs in the form of Katha , and the central attributes shown." (56)
That Sikh is of vadhey bhaag (blessed) whosoever has adopted Gurmat , has crossed into salvation for self and their sanghi's (who met with them) had their sorrows eradicated and they too attained salvation. (57)
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