This essential purpose of fulfillment is becoming the primary preoccupation of every conscientious person.
So, we can see that Guru Ji’s thought process is no different from Bhagat Kabir’s although they have not seen each other or even heard from the other. After the incident on river Bein Guru Ji decided to go on Udassis-long journeys, to spread this message of one mankind. In the process of his journey to the east he passed through Kurshetra, Delhi, Mathura, Paryag, Ayudhya, and reached Varanasi (Banaras) around 1501.
In stark contrast, Eastern faiths, especially Sikhi, begins with a premise that the human mind is central to understand and manoeuvre the natural world and human evolution. Sikhi points out that outside images are the reflection of the human mind. Gurbani repeatedly emphasized that human life is an opportunity to harness the mind to achieve life goals.
The general angst in the population, coupled with overwhelming fears and anxieties consumed the headlines. This did have impact on my state of well being and at times I felt despondent and in low spirits.
I feel humbled to review this volume as its beauty and relevance surpasses all that has been written about GURU NANAK during the last 551 years for the English speaking world.
“The impeccably produced recordings are clearly a labor of love and are infused with the passion that the entire team at the Nãd Music Institute has for the musical traditions of the Sikh faith.”, quoted Sarbpreet Singh (Writer and Podcaster, Boston, USA) after reviewing the recordings.
Guru Sahib in same Baani concludes that Waheguru destroys all fears, worries, sadness and hard times; and that He is merciful and always resides within us.
After the collection of all the poetry was finished, Guru Arjan requested Bhai Gurdas to separate Guru's Bani. Then Guru Arjan personally scanned each verse. One day Guru Arjan asked Bhai Gurdas, "How can you recognize which is the true Gurbani and which is false?" Bhai Gurdas replied, "Only an unfortunate woman... "
Guru Ji is trying to inspire us to have union with Supreme-Soul so that we can be eternally happy. Once, we have that happy feeling, then the ‘Chet’ will really be enjoyable and all the celebration will become worthwhile.
Gurbani has a simple practical message on how to remain satisfied and free of anxiety to be in high spirits. This covers both the mundane and spiritual aspects of life.