Ans. The (Sikh) Gurus and Bhagats have described the contents of the Vedas as exaggeration, doubt, business-like and confined mainly to the discussion on good actions and sins. The Vedas emphasize on worship, which does not equal to meditation on the Name Divine: ਪੂਜਸਿ ਨਾਹੀ ਹਰਿ ਹਰੇ ਨਾਨਕ ਨਾਮ ਅਮੋਲ॥ (SGGS, P. 265) According to […]
Q. 80. Why is it a great mistake to call Guru Granth Sahib, another ‘Ved’? Read More »
Ans. In old days beating of a Nagaara symbolized the sovereignty of a ruler. At the time of assuming the governorship of Kaabul, prince Muazzim (later on emperor Bahadur Shah) ordered the beating of Nagaara. When his father, emperor Aurangzeb heard this news, he wrote to Muazzim, “When Allah bestows upon you the crown of
Q.60. Why is it necessary to beat a “Nagaara” (the big war drum)? Read More »
Ans. Explaining the responsibilities and principles associated with the Guruship, Guru Nanak Dev said: “This is a demand note from God which has to be paid off by the devotee; and such a devotee, as I can see, is Bhai Lehna”. Guruship is not an instrument of luxury or worldly pleasures. It is a great
Ans. The first Master, Guru Nanak Dev had two sons, Baba Siri Chand and Baba Lakhmi Chand. Guru Angad Dev had two sons, Baba Dasu and Baba Datu Also he had two daughters, Bibi Amro and Bibi Anokhi. Guru Amar Das had two sons, Baba Mohan and Baba Mohri. Also he had two daughters, Bibi
Q. 28. What do you know about the children of the Gurus? Read More »
Ans. Guru Hari Rae made the daily routine of his life such that by following it (like a beacon) a Sikh could make his life’s journey easy and comfortable. He would get up by the end of the third quarter of night.Then he would take a bath with generous supply of water (one hundred buckets,
Q. 27. Describe the daily routine of Guru Hari Rae (the seventh Master). Read More »
Ans. If the Mughal emperors are known for their passion for founding new cities and constructing famous buildings, then our Gurus’ contribution in building new cities is in no way less than that of the Mughal emperors. The following towns/cities were founded by our Gurus: 1. Kartar Pur (Raavi-now in Pakistan)Guru Nanak Dev Ji 2.
Q. 24. Name the sacred towns founded by our Gurus. Read More »
