Guru Arjan Sahib

Guru Arjan

Guru Arjan Sahib epitomized service and Self-sacrifice. He willingly paid the ultimate price of life, in his endeavor to build a strong Sovereign society of commoners that some historians observe as a State within a State.

Videos

Sunday
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1
October
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Dhanasari | Guru Granth Sahib 681 | Artist: Akal Academy Baru Sahib

This Sabad invites the listener into a space of joy and spiritual contemplation, where the heart's humbleness becomes the key to unlocking the treasures of divine remembrance and protection.

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Wednesday
,
27
September
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Kedara | GGS 1120 | Artist: Bhai Gurmeet Singh

The Sabad begins by expressing the sheer beauty and allure of the Beloved's love. The seeker, filled with excitement and conscious longing, focuses intently on the Beloved, highlighting a deep, unwavering devotion.

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Sunday
,
20
August
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Todi Rag | Guru Granth Sahib 717 | Artist: Harlove Singh

Remember All-Pervasive, All-Pervasive Nam with the Sage-Guru, Naturally the bliss remains day and night, my seed sprouts. Reflect. Fortunately met the Perfect-Guru whose limits cannot be measured, grabbed servant’s hand and pulled it out of the poisono

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Friday
,
18
August
2017

Why was Guru Arjan Sahib Martyred?

Why was Guru Arjan Sahib Martyred? A talk by Harinder Singh (Senior Fellow, Research & Policy) in Abbotsford on June 18.

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Sunday
,
2
July
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Suhi | Guru Granth Sahib 737 | Artist: Bhai Surjeet Singh

The Sabad extols the bride-lover (seeker), who recognizes the Divine presence and surrenders to the Divine will, shedding the ego and immersing in the Beloved's embrace. ‍Continuing, the Sabad offers guidance from one friend to another, advising on...

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Sunday
,
14
May
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Todi | Guru Granth Sahib 713 | Artist: Bhai Avtar Singh

O! Eternal-Guru, I have come to Your sanctuary to receive the comfort and glory of All-Pervasive Nam, and to remove my anxieties. 1. Reflect. Cannot think of another abode, defeated, I fall at Your door. Ignore the record, liberate without the record, fre

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Sunday
,
9
June
2013

Guru Arjan Sahib: Shabad to Shahadat

Harinder Singh talk about Guru Arjan Sahib's life at the Guru Nanak Mission Centre in Brampton.

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Thursday
,
11
June
2015

Guru Arjan Sahib's Martyrdom

Harinder Singh explains why Guru Arjan Sahib was tortured and martyred. The martyrdom took place under the orders of Emperor Jahangir during the second year of his reign.

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Monday
,
23
January
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Majh | Guru Granth Sahib 96

This composition by Guru Arjan Sahib is in Rag Majh. This rag (musical mode) evolved from the folk music of the Majha area of the Panjab. There is no reference to this rag in Indian music. It is only sung in Panjab and is in the Guru Granth Sahib.

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Monday
,
30
January
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Majh | Guru Granth Sahib 102

This composition by Guru Arjan Sahib is in Rag Majh. This rag (musical mode) evolved from the folk music of the Majha area of the Panjab. There is no reference to this rag in Indian music. It is only sung in Panjab and is in the Guru Granth Sahib. 

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Monday
,
20
February
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Asa | Guru Granth Sahib 404

This composition by Guru Arjan Sahib is in Rag Asa, a musical mode used to evoke a mood of hope, expectation, inspiration, and courage.

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Monday
,
20
March
2017

Guru Arjan Sahib in Sorath Rag | Guru Granth Sahib 617 | Harmandir Sahib

All vegetation contains fire, all milk contains clarified butter.In high and low the Light abides, in every being’s heart is Master-Illusionist. 1. O! True Congregation, in each and every heart abides ‘The One.’

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Articles

Monday
,
12
September
2022

From Pothi to Guru Granth Sahib

Guru Arjan Sahib gifted the eventual Guru Granth Sahib to humanity. Why did the Guru envision it? How did the Guru compile it? What did the Guru curate?

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Wednesday
,
26
August
2020

Light into the Dust

This Sabad (Divine Word), in Rag Tilang of the Guru Granth Sahib, is one of the few Sabads by Guru Arjan Sahib revealed in fluent Persian speech.

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Thursday
,
30
November
2017

All-Enchanting Sabad

“This Divine Narrative of the All-Pervasive is what Guru Arjan Sahib has gifted to humanity.The way to experience divine realization, is revealed in Sabad.”

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Sunday
,
1
October
2017

Remembering, My Owner Divine

In the enchanting melody of Dhanasari, a rag that evokes happiness, Guru Arjan Sahib weaves a Sabad that transcends the realms of joy and spiritual connection.

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Wednesday
,
27
September
2017

Love of the Beloved is Lovely

In the serene and contemplative ambiance of the Kedara rag, Guru Arjan Sahib's Sabad resonates with profound devotion and spirituality. Typically performed during the tranquil hours from 9 p.m. to midnight, the Kedara rag evokes deep emotions...

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Sunday
,
24
September
2017

ਬਰਸੁ ਮੇਘ ਜੀ ਤਿਲੁ ਬਿਲਮੁ ਨ ਲਾਉ ॥ Rain! O’ Revered Cloud! Delay Not Even a Bit

Sabad is Infinite; we are finite. This is our understanding at the moment, which was different yesterday and may evolve tomorrow as we deepen our relationship with the Sabad.

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Tuesday
,
27
September
2016

Today’s Hukam, Darbar Sahib, Amritsar

Sabad is Infinite; we are very finite. This is our understanding at the moment, which was different yesterday and may evolve tomorrow, as we deepen our relationship with the Sabad.

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Tuesday
,
17
January
2017

How May I Visualize Guru Gobind Singh Sahib?

In current times, the world is full of abundant images, pictures, portraits, artworks, and illustrations availing stocks and libraries as well as producing films and animations. What are the most appropriate images of the Guru Sahibs?

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Sunday
,
22
January
2017

My Mind Pines for Guru’s Vision

This composition by Guru Arjan Sahib is in Rag Majh. This rag (musical mode) evolved from the folk music of the Majha area of the Panjab. There is no reference to this rag in Indian music. It is only sung in Panjab and is in the Guru Granth Sahib.

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Monday
,
20
March
2017

Charmer-Divine Permeates all Beings, in Water and on Land

Sabad is Infinite; we are very finite. This is our understanding at the moment, which was different yesterday and may evolve tomorrow, as we deepen our relationship with the Sabad.

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Sunday
,
30
April
2017

Whatever is Asked From the Ruler, That’s What is Given

Sabad is Infinite; we are very finite. This is our understanding at the moment, which was different yesterday and may evolve tomorrow, as we deepen our relationship with the Sabad.

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Monday
,
8
May
2017

O! Divine! Glance at Me, Graciously Save Me

In the harmonious embrace of Dhanasari, a rag that resonates with happiness, Guru Arjan Sahib crafts a Sabad that delves into the profound aspects of spiritual realization and seeking divine refuge.

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Podcasts

Monday
,
19
October
2020

Great is Your Nam

In this episode from the Persian Voice of the Guru Granth Sahib series, Asha Marie Kaur tells us of the Persian linguistic influences of a Sabad by Guru Arjan Sahib. 

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Tuesday
,
29
May
2018

12 Gurus Series: Guru Arjan Sahib

In a new podcast series The 12 Gurus: From 1469 to Infinity, SikhRI sheds light on the lives and meaning of Gurus in Sikhi. Were they spiritualists and reformers or Divine and Revolutionaries? What lessons can we draw from them?

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Monday
,
2
October
2017

Remembering, My Owner Divine

The Sabad commences with a profound invocation – the cooling of body, mind, and bosom through the continuous remembrance of the Divine Owner. This remembrance transforms the very essence of the being, where beauty, color, comfort, wealth, and caste...

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Monday
,
21
August
2017

Remember All-Pervasive, All-Pervasive Nam with the Sage-Guru

The Sabad begins with a gentle reminder to remember the All-Pervasive and immerse oneself in the divine Nam alongside the Sage-Guru. This call to remembrance is portrayed as a source of continuous bliss, nurturing the seed of spirituality within...

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Monday
,
14
August
2017

Love of the Beloved is Lovely

The Sabad begins by expressing the sheer beauty and allure of the Beloved's love. The seeker, filled with excitement and conscious longing, focuses intently on the Beloved, highlighting a deep, unwavering devotion.

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Monday
,
3
July
2017

Surrender Mind and Body, Forsake Societal Norms

The Sabad cautions against the pitfalls of ego and self-centeredness, which hinder entry into the Divine realm and lead to regret and suffering.

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Monday
,
14
August
2017

Love of the Beloved is Lovely

The Sabad begins by expressing the sheer beauty and allure of the Beloved's love. The seeker, filled with excitement and conscious longing, focuses intently on the Beloved, highlighting a deep, unwavering devotion.

LISTEN NOW⟶
Monday
,
21
August
2017

Remember All-Pervasive, All-Pervasive Nam with the Sage-Guru

The Sabad begins with a gentle reminder to remember the All-Pervasive and immerse oneself in the divine Nam alongside the Sage-Guru. This call to remembrance is portrayed as a source of continuous bliss, nurturing the seed of spirituality within...

LISTEN NOW⟶
Monday
,
2
October
2017

Remembering, My Owner Divine

The Sabad commences with a profound invocation – the cooling of body, mind, and bosom through the continuous remembrance of the Divine Owner. This remembrance transforms the very essence of the being, where beauty, color, comfort, wealth, and caste...

LISTEN NOW⟶
Tuesday
,
29
May
2018

12 Gurus Series: Guru Arjan Sahib

In a new podcast series The 12 Gurus: From 1469 to Infinity, SikhRI sheds light on the lives and meaning of Gurus in Sikhi. Were they spiritualists and reformers or Divine and Revolutionaries? What lessons can we draw from them?

LISTEN NOW⟶
Monday
,
19
October
2020

Great is Your Nam

In this episode from the Persian Voice of the Guru Granth Sahib series, Asha Marie Kaur tells us of the Persian linguistic influences of a Sabad by Guru Arjan Sahib. 

LISTEN NOW⟶

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