Naam, The Eternal Remembrance: From Sikhism’s Holy Scripture – Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Part 2 of 2

Today, we are pleased to present selections from Siree Raag 57 and 58, guiding us into the essence of Sikh wisdom. Through the Guru’s Grace and Naam Simran, the soul transcends ego and suffering, ending the cycle of rebirth and merging in eternal union with the Divine.

Section 05 - Siree Raag – Part 058 Siree Raag, Fifth Mehl, Fifth House

“I do not know what pleases my Lord. O mind, seek out the way! The meditative practice meditation, and the wise practice spiritual wisdom, but how rare are those who know God! The worshipper of Bhagaauti practices self-discipline, the Yogi speaks of liberation, and the ascetic is absorbed in asceticism. The men of silence observe silence, the Sanyaasees observe celibacy, and the Udaasees abide in detachment. There are nine forms of devotional worship. The Pandits recite the Vedas. The householders assert their faith in family life. Those who utter only One Word, those who take many forms, the naked renunciates, the wearers of patched coats, the magicians, those who remain always awake, and those who bathe at holy places of pilgrimage- Those who go without food, those who never touch others, the hermits who never show themselves, and those who are wise in their own minds- Of these, no one admits to any deficiency; all say that they have found the Lord. But he alone is a devotee, whom the Lord has united with Himself. Abandoning all devices and contrivances, I have sought His Sanctuary. Nanak has fallen at the Feet of the Guru. One Universal Creator God. By The Grace Of The True Guru:”

Section 05 - Siree Raag – Part 058 Siree Raag, First Mehl, Third House

“[…] I am devoted, dedicated, a sacrifice to Your Name. You created the world, and assigned tasks to one and all. You watch over Your Creation, and through Your All-powerful Creative Potency, You cast the dice. You are manifest in the Expanse of Your Workshop. Everyone longs for Your Name, but without the Guru, no one finds You. All are enticed and trapped by Maya. I am a sacrifice to the True Guru. Meeting Him, the supreme status is obtained.”