Gurbani school
The Gurbani School is an educational initiative focused on helping learners master the correct pronunciation of Sikh prayers, collectively known as Gurbani. Its flagship mobile application, Sundar Gutka, offers a structured and interactive platform for learning and reciting 27 Sikh prayers, with features designed to enhance pronunciation, comprehension, and engagement.
Overview
The primary aim of The Gurbani School is to guide users in achieving accurate recitation of Gurbani. Unlike general Gurbani reading or listening apps, Sundar Gutka focuses on correct pronunciation, pacing, and comprehension.
Sundar Gutka App
Key Features
- Colour-coded Pronunciation Guide
- Orange: Long pause
- Green: Short pause
These visual cues help guide users in pacing their recitation.
- Sundar Gutka Audio
Features the voice of Bhai Gursharan Singh (Damdami Taksal UK), a student of Sant Giani Kartar Singh Jee Khalsa Bhindranwale.
- Auto-Scroll Gurbani Player
Enables hands-free reading and listening by automatically scrolling during prayer.
- Multilingual Support
Available in Gurmukhi/Punjabi, English, and Hindi.
- Customisable Display
Adjustable text size, font style, and language via settings.
- Progress Tracking
Allows resuming from the last read section or starting fresh.
- Interactive Pronunciation Guide
Tap any Gurbani pangati to hear the correct pronunciation.
Included Prayers
The app includes 27 Sikh prayers, among them:
- Japji Sahib
- Jaap Sahib
- Tav Prasad Savaiye
- Chaupai Sahib
- Anand Sahib
- Rehras Sahib
- Kirtan Sohila
- Ardas
- Sukhmani Sahib
- Asa Di Vaar
- Bavan Akhree
- Lavan
- Raag Mala
- Chandi Di Vaar
Purpose and Religious Context
The Sundar Gutka (Sikh Daily Prayers) is a traditional collection of hymns prescribed by the Sikh Rehat Maryada for different times of day. Morning prayers (Amrit Vela) include the Five Banis, evening worship includes Rehras Sahib, and night prayer is Kirtan Sohila. These are considered essential for every Amritdhari Sikh.
Ads and Monetisation
The Sundar Gutka app contains advertisements that can be removed with a one-time purchase. Ads are displayed in a non-intrusive manner to avoid disrupting prayer.
Availability
The Sundar Gutka app is available for download on major mobile platforms.
See also
References
External links
- [https://gurbanischool.com/ -Official website]()
