English Q&A Session Audio

A rare live recording of Gurmukh Pyaare Bhai Mani Singh jee who recently left his mortal life. This was recorded over 12 years ago at Sikhi Camp 1996, kindly uploaded by SikhRoots.com.

Part 1 (English Q&A Session)

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Part 2 (English Q&A Session)

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BBC Asian Network Discussion

Today I was invited to take part in a discussion on BBC Asian Network on the Nihal show (10am till 11am) at the BBC London studio in White City. The topic was "what comes first religious law or civic law." I was meant to arrive at the studio at 9.45am, however I got late for various reasons. Firstly, two out three of the ticket machines at the train station were out of order. Secondly, because of the ticket machines not working, the queue to buy the train tickets was huge and so I missed the train. Thirdly, the next train that was meant to leave at 8.08am was 30 minutes late! Chalo, I eventually got to the studio (15 minutes into the show) after rushing in the underground!

As soon as I got to the BBC, someone took me straight to the studio. Because I had rushed to get to the studio I was out of breath. As soon as I sat down, the presenter asked me a question (I thought at least let me catch my breath!). I was struggling to breathe and talk at the same time! Waheguru. It was a good show and some "interesting" callers.

>>Tuesday 6th May - Nihal Show's Divine Debate
(the 'Divine debate' starts at 1hr into the programme)



BBC Studio


Standing with Nihal (the presenter). He is a really down to earth and nice guy.

On the way back home I decided to take the train to Southall. I visited Park Avenue Gurdwara Sahib. As I entered the Gurdwara Sahib I thought there was an audio CD of keertan being played. When I entered the diwaan hall I was pleasantly surprised to see a keertani jatha doing keertan. The keertan was so beautiful and sweetly sung. Waheguru. Bhai Santokh Singh from Damdami Taksaal were doing keertan. The jatha were young in age. It's the first time I have seen or heard them! May Waheguru continue to do kirpaa on them.

Italy Trip

Last weekend Bhaji Sukhwinder Singh and Daas were invited to Italy for the opening of a new Gurdwara in Sabaudia, which is one hour away from Rome. We went on Friday morning and came back Monday morning. A Sri Akhand Paatth Sahib was held from Friday to Sunday with a Keertan and Kaveeshree (poetry) Darbaar after the bhog (completion) of the Sr Akhand Paatth Sahib. Guru Sahib caused us to meet a few Gurmukh Pyaare that are the hidden jewels of the Panth. These Singhs shared so much spirit and reminded me of Puraatan (old) Singhs.

Here are some photos from the trip:


Gurdwara Sahib.


Gurdwara Sahib entrance.


Langar Hall.


Nishaan Sahib.


This is the road on which the Gurdwara Sahib is built on. It reminded me of India.



Gurdwara's Darbaar Sahib.


On Friday we went shopping with the local Singhs. We were in the supermarket and came across a HUGE block of cheese for sale!


Just to put into perspective how big the cheese was!


On Saturday morning we went sight seeing in Rome.

I cannot remember the names of most of the buildings because on the tour bus they didn't have a tour guide! Instead they gave us ear phones which we had to plug in and listen to a recording. Firstly, the recording was slightly delayed in relation to the bus moving. So after going past a Church the recording would say "On your right you can see this magnificent Church..." But when you looked left there was no church because we had driven past it! Also the audio tour guide was confusing because it would say "On the left hand side you can see..." So we would look left and there was nothing there! We would look right and the building that the audio was mentioning was there. So they had left and right mixed up because no one knew whether he was talking about the left and right of the people sitting on the bus or left and right of someone who suppose was standing in front of us and explaining the tour. Waheguru!

St. Peter's church. It was disappointing that we could not enter the church because of our Kirpaans. They had metal detectors at the entrance.

Standing on top of a palace building with Colosseum in the background.



Outside the Colosseum. Again, we couldn't go inside because of our Kirpaans.



Sangat at the Sunday diwaan.


Kaveeshree Jatha from Italy. They sang really well! Beautiful voices and great poems.


Sewadaars eating Langar.

Bhai Jagtar Singh jee, student of Damdami Taksaal, who is serving as an unpaid voluntary Granthi Singh of the Gurdwara. Bhai Sahib is inspirational and shared many stories from his experience of coming abroad and his other associates which shows Sikhi Sidq and resting full faith in Kalgee Dhar Paatshaah, Guru Gobind Singh jee.

A Chardi Kalaa young child I met. He must be about 7 years old. On Saturday he came up to me and said Fateh. He was wearing a Patkaa and with a beaming smile he said, "Bhaji, I always come to the Gurdwara wearing a Pagh. Today I am not wearing a Pagh because I was in a rush and my dad did not have enough time to tie it on me. But see me tomorrow. Tomorrow I will wear a pagh." So much Sikhi Sidq at such a young age!

Dhan Hai Guru, Dhan Hai Teree Sikhee.

NASA & Gurbani

I came across this audio on DiscoverSikhi.com of vichaar by Bhai Bhagwan Singh Johal, a panthik Sikh scholar and Kathaavachik. If you can understand Panjabi then please listen to the audio below:

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In short, Bhai Bhagwan Singh's talk is the affects of Gurbani on individuals' lives. In one example, he mentions that there have been two Panjabi sisters who have worked as Astronauts at the NASA space station in America - Kalpana Chawla and Sunita William.

Kalpana Chawla was a space shuttle mission specialist. She was the first Panjabi to travel into space. Unfortunately, she was killed on 1st February 2003 with 7 crew members in the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. Whilst in India, Bhai Bhagwan Singh was in Uttranchal (Haryana) where he met Kalpana Chawla's father, Banarsi Lal Chawla. As you would do, Bhai Bhagwan Singh offered his condolences and shared the grief of the loss of a fellow Punjabi sister.

Kalpana's father was a Hindu, however the family have devotion (shardaa) for the House of Guru Nanak. Bhai Sahib asked Kalpana's father to share something about Kalpana's life with him. He replied that she did Nitnem (daily prayers) every morning (as well as being a vegetarian). The family were fortunate enough to have darshan (glimpse) of the late Baba Nand Singh jee in Uttaranchal. Baba jee had an affect on the family and since then they have practised Nitnem and had love for Gurbani.

"Tell more," said Bhai Bhagwan Singh. The father replied, "Kalpana also recited Japji Sahib whilst she worked, and she recited Japji Sahib in space as well." Guru Nanak Sahib Ji explains in Japji Sahib:

ਪਾਤਾਲਾ ਪਾਤਾਲ ਲਖ ਆਗਾਸਾ ਆਗਾਸ ॥

Pāṯālā pāṯāl lakẖ āgāsā āgās.
There are nether worlds beyond the nether worlds and lacs of skies over skies.

ਓੜਕ ਓੜਕ ਭਾਲਿ ਥਕੇ ਵੇਦ ਕਹਨਿ ਇਕ ਵਾਤ ॥

Oṛak oṛak bẖāl thakė vėḏ kahan ik vāṯ.
The scriptures say one thing: searching for God's limits and bounds, (without success) people have grown weary.
(Ang 5)

Not only did she read this, but she experienced this. Guru Nanak Sahib Ji was also present in space (whilst she read Japji Sahib).


Her father said that he had an opportunity to visit the NASA centre at San Jose, America (in September 2004). During his visit he was shown a volume of an English translation of Guru Granth Sahib jee kept at the NASA library. Her father was told that when scientists get tired of searching and searching the universe, when they seek inspiration and need to uplift their souls they turn to read the translations of Guru Nanak's poetry and divine-songs which magnificently describe the awe and wonder of the Universe. There is no other poetry, no other divine-song, no other Scripture, such as the Bani of Guru Nanak Sahib Ji -- Guru Granth Sahib jee.

Audio Book! ( What is Amrit)

I came across the audio book of "What is the Meaning of Sikh Baptism" on SevaToTheMax.com, which includes commentary by Bhai Joginder Singh jee. Firstly, it's great if you don't like reading books yourself; secondly, Bhai Sahib gives commentary, explains and expands upon things in the book in simple English; and thirdly, even if you read the book, it's nice to hear it!

I hope that more audio books are made like this one! It's a brilliant seva, which many can benefit from (e.g. you can easily listen to a book and be inspired on a long car journey). With Guru Sahib's Kirpaa, it would be great if Bhai Sahib Veer Singh jee's classic novels based around Sikh history like "Sundree" and "Bijai Singh" and other great classics in Sikh literature were all gradually made into audio books, perhaps with special effect sounds added (similar to the SikhNet.com stories by Gurliv Singh). May Waheguru bless all the sevadaars who are doing seva in whichever ways and mediums they can in spreading the word and message of Guru Sahib with more seva and inspiration! Waheguru.

Audio Book:

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 1 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 2 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 3 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 4 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 5 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 6 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 7 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 8 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 9 [open] [download]

The Meaning of Sikh Baptism (What is Amrit) Part 10 [open] [download]



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Amazing Keertan!

I came across beautiful keertan in the sweet voice of Bhai Parminder Singh jee from Jallandhar. Bhai Sahib does seva with the Akhand Keertani Jatha. I didn't realise till afterwards that Bhai Parminder Singh jee attended Khalsa Camp 2006! His keeertan at the camp was mind blowing! With Guru Sahib's Kirpaa I came across a few videos of Bhai Sahib doing Keertan. Unfortunately I can't find any audios of Bhai Sahib doing Keertan. If anyone can help with audio files that would be great :)

Bhai Parminder Singh jee & Bhai Jaspal Singh jee



Bhai Parminder Singh jee & Bibi Manjinder Kaur jee.



Bhai Parminder Singh jee at Kapurthala (Panjab) Rainsabaaee (4-8-2007).


Waheguroo

The True Priceless Necklace

Story Behind Baavan Akhree

Translated by a Sevadaar from Gurdwara Tapoban Sahib from Bhai Sahib Randhir Singh jee’s book – Gurmat Gauravta

Regarding wearing ornaments, there is an extremely beautiful story in our history. The mention of this story in this context (context of wearing ornaments) is extremely important here. Once Guru Arjan Sahib jee, who was all-knowing, naturally inspired and advised his wife – Mata Ganga jee as follows – “Women of rich Mahaajans and Khatrees come to see you everyday but you should be aware that no matter how rich or nice these women are but they are still far from Gurmat. NEVER adopt their non-Gurmat, Manmat advice”.

This way after naturally advising his wife to not adopt the Manmat actions of the visiting rich women of Mahaajans and Khatrees, Guru jee went to Gur-Darbaar (where the sangat was). That day when Guru jee was preaching Gurmat to Sangat, a very rich Setth (merchant) made an offering of "Nau-Lakhaa Haar" (Naulakha Haar literally means a necklace worth 900,000 rupees). The whole city of Amritsar Sahib was talking about this very expensive necklace. Many rich women of the city came to see the necklace and loved the sight of this necklace.

Many of these women got together and went to Mata Ganga jee and starting requesting and cajoling her to wear that expensive necklace as follows, “You are the Mother of this whole world yet you are not wearing any ornament. You are the Queen of this world but are without any necklace. Being wife of Guru Arjan Sahib jee, it does not suit you to be without ornaments. Today, someone has offered the Naulakha Haar (necklace) to Guru jee and being our Guru Mata and being the wife of Guru Arjun Sahib jee it would be highly befitting to have you wear that necklace around your neck. We implore to you that you beg before your husband Guru Arjun Sahib jee to let you wear this necklace.”

What to say more, this way the group of rich non-Sikh women who came to see Mata Ganga jee, convinced her to wear the Naulakha Haar. Before Guru Arjan Sahib jee arrived back at his residence from the Darbaar, Mata jee lay herself on her bed, pretending to be sullen (gussay). Jaani-jaan (all knowing) Satguru jee knew about the real cause of Mata jee’s sullenness and said, “Today you seem to have been affected and influenced by the Aanmat (non-Gurmat) lessons of the rich women who visited you today and I had warned you about this earlier.”

Mata jee got conscious of arrival of Guru jee and with folded hands and with pallaa (hazooriya) in her hands, pleaded before Guru jee, “O True King (Sachay Paatshah), this servant of yours has never ever asked you for anything. This is the first time, I am asking for anything. I am hoping you will show your mercifulness by granting me my wish.”

Guru jee knew everything but still asked her, with a sweet smile on his face, as to what her wish was. Mata jee immediately said, “Today a Nau-Lakhaa Haar was offered in your Darbaar. Please grant me your approval in form of letting me wear that nau-lakhaa haar (the necklace).”

Guru jee hearing this plea from Mata Ganga jee laughed a lot and said, “You have confirmed that you have been influenced by your meeting with the non-Sikh rich women who met you today. O innocent one (bholeeyay) and O naïve one, you are talking about necklace worth nine hundred thousand, but even if you wear necklaces worth millions and billions of rupees, it would still be false or waste thing to do. Today, we are going to make such necklace for you that will not only help you in THIS world but also in the NEXT world.”

After these bachans (words) to Mata jee, Guru Arjan Sahib jee started uttering 'Sree Baavan Akhree' and such was the positive and heavenly influence of this baani on Mata jee that as she listened to this baani, this baani got carved inside her (in her heart). Such a miracle occurred at that time that as Guru jee uttered this baani, this baani got carved on the beautiful heart of Mata Ganga jee and she got this baani memorised in this short time (listening to it only once). With the affect of listening to this beautiful baani, Mata Ganga jee’s heart and her inside got illuminated with this baani. This way, Mata Ganga jee wore the true Naulakha Haar of Baavan Akhree.

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Links:
Read Baavan Akhree Baani (Ang 250)
Baavan Akhree Audio - Bhai Jarnail Singh jee
Baavan Akhree Kathaa - Giani Baba Gurbachan Singh jee

Village of Children (Part 1)

This sakhi is an adaption of a Saakhi taken from the audio recordings of Baba Isher Singh jee Rara Sahib wale (1905 - 1975), taken from www.sikhiwiki.com.

Something about the village graveyard set it apart. During my travels I had seen literally hundreds of graveyards. Usually graveyards are somber and somewhat resigned under the weight of death. But this one was different: besides been well-kept - which in itself was not unusual - it was designed more like a garden of life than a cradle of death.

What set it truly apart was the cheerfulness of its structure. Its' shady trees and sunny flowers seductively invited me in. Graveyards were my favourite resting places. It seemed that as soon as one exited a womb, Maya (worldy attractions) became a human's sole companion until the gates of a graveyard. Perhaps it was the absence of Maya in such places that kept my hopes of enlightenment alive.


I had left home when I had turned twenty. Although I didn't know it then, I had set out to find a place free of illusions. I had travelled to majestic temples, sober ashrams, holy rivers, renowned sadhus and any other religious place I had been told about, yet my mind was as restless as it was when I had first started. The holy places and the holy people at these places were among the most devout followers of Maya. After more than twelve years of searching, I had given up hope and had reluctantly decided to return home and begin a worldly life. It was on my journey home that I came upon this unusual village graveyard.


Although it was only mid-morning, I gave in to the cry of my aching muscles and entered the graveyard through a small wooden door. I put down my knapsack and looked at some of the tombstones. The tombstones entries always reminded me of my transitory place on earth. But this graveyard was full of surprises. There were three entries on each stone: name of the deceased person, the year of birth and instead of the usual 'year of death' the third entry was 'years of life'. Even more peculiar was that the 'years of life' entries were usually well under twenty. Although it took me all morning, I visited each and every tombstone; and to my utter astonishment, I could not find any 'years of life' over thirty. The most common entry was between ten and twelve. And there were quite a few with zero years of life. I was a curious person by nature (otherwise I would not have been here) and I had seen my share of amazing places. But this place truly mystified me. I decided to look up this "village of children".


I walked about a mile to the village gate. I was surprised to see people of all ages in the village courtyard. The villagers were extremely friendly. They came and not unlike children, touched and greeted me, and offered me all sorts of refreshments and foods. I was quite overwhelmed by their attention and love. Almost all of the villager's manners resembled the innocent nature of children. Even their faces were quite smooth and somewhat glowed with purity.

There was a group of elders sitting around an old banyan tree. I decided to ask them about this heavenly place. I approached the men. They greeted me warmly and at an appropriate time I asked: "Respected sirs, I have seen many places and many people. But even at the most holiest of these places I could not find the life and love that pervades at this place. Perhaps I am in a dream...", I trailed off. They all smiled. I hurriedly continued, "I would very much like it if you would kindly explain this rather peculiar place. I was also very intrigued by the graveyard at the entrance of the village. Is it where you bury your young ones?"

After a short pause, the most elderly man spoke: "Traveller, you look like a man who would benefit much from the story I will tell you. Listen carefully and it will change your life." All the men around sat attentively. All the villagers within earshot came and sat to hear the old man speak.


To be continued...

Gurbani MP3 Files

I have been trying to find mp3 audio files for Baanis from Sundar Gutka and more. Yesterday, I was fortunate to find a whole treasure of Gurbani files on GurmatVeechar.com. The paath is by Bhai Jarnail Singh jee Mehta Chownk wale. Below are the links to the site for downloading and listening:
1) Beant Banian - Bhai Jarnail Singh jee
2) Sundar Gutka - Bhai Jarnail Singh jee

I came across this inspirational video, which is a dedication to Guru Tegh Bahadar Sahib jee Maharaaj and his three Beloved Sikhs, Bhai Mati Das jee, Bhai Sati Das jee and Bhai Dyaala jee. May Guru Sahib do Kirpaa on us all and bless us with Sikhi Sidq, Gursikhi Jeevan and Naam.

ਗੁਰ ਸੇਵਾ ਤੇ ਹਰਿ ਪਾਈਐ ਜਾ ਕਉ ਨਦਰਿ ਕਰੇਇ ॥
gur sayvaa tay har paa-ee-ai jaa kau nadar karay-e.
Serving the Guru, the Lord is obtained, when He bestows His Glance of Grace.

ਮਾਣਸ ਤੇ ਦੇਵਤੇ ਭਏ ਧਿਆਇਆ ਨਾਮੁ ਹਰੇ ॥
maaNas tay dayvtay bha-ay Dhi-aa-i-aa naam haray.
They are transformed from humans into angels, meditating on Naam, the Name of Vaheguru.
(Ang 90)

Student Advice

Fresher's Week is over for the new university students and the reality of leaving home has probably sunk in. From past experience it can be a tough time and challenging. Yesterday my cousin and I were sitting down trying to think of questions which first year students may have and useful advice that would help:

“I have just started university and feeling lonely.”
Leaving home, family and friends and coming to a new environment, where you don’t know anyone is always a big step. However, you are not the only one in this situation. Every first year student is in the same position. Always remember that the Guru is with you. You feel the Guru is with you when you begin to read Gurbaani and do Ardaas.

ਗੁਰੁ ਮੇਰੈ ਸੰਗਿ ਸਦਾ ਹੈ ਨਾਲੇ ॥

gur mayrai sang sadaa hai naalay.
My Guru is always with me, near at hand.

ਸਿਮਰਿ ਸਿਮਰਿ ਤਿਸੁ ਸਦਾ ਸਮ੍ਹ੍ਹਾਲੇ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥

simar simar tis sadaa samHaalay. ||1|| rahaa-o.
Meditating, meditating in remembrance on Him, I cherish Him forever. ||1||Pause||
(Ang 394)

If you can’t read Gurmukhi, then read English translation of Gurbaani, or you can also play an audio of Keertan or Paath. Keertan, Paath and soothing Simran can be downloaded from here.


“I don’t know how to make friends or where to meet people.”
Firstly, don’t worry. Have faith in Vaheguru.

ਜਾ ਤੂ ਮੇਰੈ ਵਲਿ ਹੈ ਤਾ ਕਿਆ ਮੁਹਛੰਦਾ ॥

jaa too merai val hai taa ki-aa muhchhandaa.
When You are on my side, Lord, what do I need to worry about?
(Ang 1096)

If you see a group of people together, don’t get disheartened and think, you don’t know anyone. They might have known each other from before or met one another in lectures. You will meet people in your lectures, at Sikh Society and through friends. From personal experience it takes time. There are times when you will think you don’t know anyone but come the end of the year you would have found like-minded people.

Whenever you see someone, always smile and be friendly and confident. You will meet many people at university, a lot of them will not be like you or have the same interests as you. However, inevitably you will meet like-minded company who will more than likely be friends for life. Through doing as much Simran as possible one will avoid bad company with Vaheguru's Grace.


“Is it okay to have friends of the opposite gender?”

ਦੇਖਿ ਪਰਾਈਆਂ ਚੰਗੀਆਂ ਮਾਵਾਂ ਭੈਣਾਂ ਧੀਆਂ ਜਾਣੈ ॥

"Men should look at the opposite gender as mothers, sisters and daughters, (women should look at the opposite gender as fathers, brothers and sons)."
(Vaar 29, PauRee 11 - Bhai Gurdaas jee)

Having friends who are girls or boys is fine. However, a Sikh male treats and respects every female as a mother, sister or daughter; and a Sikh female treats and respects every male as a father, brother or son.

The possible benefits of girlfriend and boyfriend relationships is that one "thinks" that he or she has someone who cares for them by their side and that they feel love or compassion. On the other hand, the downside of these relationships is one becomes emotionally attached to the other person which inevitably causes anguish, heartache and misery. For example, how many times do you know someone who has cried over a girlfriend or boyfriend in the past? According to Sikhi the true relationship is between God and the soul.

Intimate relationships at any level are harmful – whether it is physical intimacy or emotional one. Intimacy on any level (physical or emotional) should be restricted to one’s husband or wife, who are one’s committed life partners. If you send texts, emails or chat to someone and you feel embarrassed and ashamed if someone else reads the text, email or heard the conversation, then that tells you that you shouldn’t be doing it.

ਹੇ ਕਾਮੰ ਨਰਕ ਬਿਸ੍ਰਾਮੰ ਬਹੁ ਜੋਨੀ ਭ੍ਰਮਾਵਣਹ ॥

he kaamaN narak bisraamaN bahu jonee bhramaavNeh.
O sexual desire! (Taking hold of the person) you lead to hell and make them wander in reincarnation through countless species.

ਚਿਤ ਹਰਣੰ ਤ੍ਰੈ ਲੋਕ ਗੰਮ੍ਯ੍ਯੰ ਜਪ ਤਪ ਸੀਲ ਬਿਦਾਰਣਹ ॥

chit harnaN trai lok gam-yaN jap tap seel bidaarNeh.
You cheat the consciousness, and pervade the three worlds (i.e the whole world). You destroy meditation, penance and virtue.
(Ang 1358)

“I am unsure of whether I should go to clubs and bars?”
Whatever you do in life, imagine Guru Gobind Singh Jee is watching you and is with you. If Guru jee saw a CCTV video of you being somewhere, you must ask yourself, would you feel embarrassed or comfortable with that idea? If you would feel comfortable with Guru Gobind Singh jee, knowing where you have been socialising and hanging out then all the best to you and may Vaheguru bless you. However, if you would feel embarrassed, even the slightest, then you must ask yourself, "Why are you at that place and is it worth being there?”

ਕਬੀਰ ਮਾਰੀ ਮਰਉ ਕੁਸੰਗ ਕੀ ਕੇਲੇ ਨਿਕਟਿ ਜੁ ਬੇਰਿ ॥

kabeer maaree mar-o kusang kee kele nikatt jo ber.
O Kabeer! Never have company with those broken from Vaheguru. I have been ruined and destroyed by bad company, like the banana plant near the thorn bush.

ਉਹ ਝੂਲੈ ਉਹ ਚੀਰੀਐ ਸਾਕਤ ਸੰਗੁ ਨ ਹੇਰਿ ॥੮੮॥

ouh jhoolai ouh cheeree-ai saakat sang na her. ||88||
If a thorn bush grows near a banana plant, the thorn bush will wave in the wind, and pierces the banana plant (with it's thorns); Similarly (O Kabeer!) sitting in a negative environment under the affect of corruption and sin your soul will die at the hands of spiritual death. ||88||
(Ang 1369)

“I am feeling low and depressed. What can I do?”
Understandably with the stress, deadlines and pressures of university, we fall in the trap of feeling overworked, lacking energy and generally run down feeling. However, to counteract this feeling everyone needs regular uplifting, peaceful and calming influences. Some people resort to “having a pint or two” but this actually makes depression worse and doesn’t do your body or mind any favours. The guaranteed cure for depression is VAHEGURU SIMRAN (meditating on ‘Vaheguru’). Take some time out and focus your attention and mind on the virtues of Vaheguru, sing, listen and enjoy the peace that remembering Vaheguru brings.

A good starting point and what works for a lot of people is doing Vaheguru Simran or listen to a Simran CD whilst getting ready in the morning, revising/ doing coursework, and just before bedtime. To download Simran audios click here.

Good sangat (company) is very important. Keep the company of uplifted souls through Sikh Society, going to the Gurdwara, and attended Keertan programmes.


“How do I find out where the nearest Gurdwara is?”
You can ask local Sikh Soc, or alternatively find out from the Boss website:
http://www.boss-uk.org/gurdwara/


Bhul Chuk Maaf