
Secondly, Dhyan is also the art that a Panch masters and spreads for the welfare of the entire society. Firstly, Dhyan (mindfulness) is the central ingredient that elevates a being to the enlightened state of a Guru. This refers to the times when kings would seek a Guru’s counsel (also known as Raj Rishi) for taking important decisions. Moreover, they also inspire others to live in such harmony by helping them become Nirbhau (fearless) and Nirvair (all-loving).Ī Panch holds the highest respect in the court of kings as well.

Panch hold the highest respect in God’s court, for they live in perfect harmony with the Universe, God’s grandest manifestation, never causing any damage to it in any shape or form – neither through physical actions, nor through thoughts and beliefs. That is, we should be fully devoted to a Sadguru and follow their Agna. Guru Nanak Dev says to follow the path illuminated by the Panch and have utmost priority ( Pradhaan) for them in life. In this Pauri, Guru Nanak Dev Ji also gives clarity regarding two key concepts of Daya (Grace) and Santosh (Contentment). Thus, Panch is actually another name for Guru Tatva, or simply a Sadguru. It refers to a being who possesses five senses, yet is completely immersed in God whose body is composed of the five basic elements, but whose Ahankaar (false ego) has completely dissipated. One might presume that the word Panch is derived from Sarpanch (head of a community or locality), but it has a significantly deeper meaning. Such a divine being is referred to as a Panch. Having described the importance of Listening ( Shravan) and Reflection ( Manan) in the preceding eight Pauris, Guru Nanak Dev Ji now describes a being who has evolved from Shravan to Manan through the essential process of Experiencing. For a deeper understanding, we encourage you to watch the Japji Sahib serieson YouTube. So, another meaning could be that if you keep your focus on the Shabad and keep listening to Gurbani, then you will attain intuitive/eternal peace.These blogs are derived from Sri Guru’s Satsangs on Shri Japji Sahib, giving a brief interpretation of the Pauris by Guru Nanak Dev Ji. So, another meaning could be that if you keep listening to Gurbani with concentration, you will achieve the state where you will be able to naturally (or easily) focus on the Shabad (whether originating inside or outside the body). Maybe also advising the spiritual seeker to be patient in his approach, meaning not to expect very quick results (it will take time to increase concentration levels) in his spiritual progress. I look at the above gurbani pankiti as - glimpse or abidance in sehaj avastha-equipoise equilibrium ease (sehaj) while deep listening in quietude.Īs Sehaj can refer to patience, one possible meaning could be that by listening to Gurbani, your dhyan will gradually become intense. Since we are at it at such a insightful topic, can someone share their thoughts on There is another important reason why the same so dar keha and gavai tudhn pangtees need to be recited in the evening.

VERY IMPORTANT to understand this because the same lines are repeated exactly in so dar rag asa of rehiras for the evening. Later in japji, the gavieh lines come again, but are referring to all those "mannai" (chosen faithful ones), th=tand at sing outside the darbar of Akaal purakh. YES, it will be heard i space with sukham ears Refers to this the planet, the skies, the stars in fact the whole of consciousness hears this primal shabad. The suniyai is telling us about ALL that listen to the Primal shabad, the Ik-ong. These are the 1st "gavieh" lines and refer to sift salah on our world here. The suniyai lines follow on from the gaviah lines about who sings and does sift salah of akaal purakh. what do these gain by listening, does it say? It talks about listening, and then mentions some figures etc. Listening-the oceans, the lands of the world and the nether regions of the underworld. Listening-the earth, its support and the Akaashic ethers. Listening-the Siddhas, the spiritual teachers, the heroic warriors, the yogic masters.

pauri in japji sahib is where it talks about the importance of listening. I was wondering what the meaning of the 7. Waheguru ji ka khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh.
