Japji Sahib

The Mool Mantar in the handwriting of Guru Gobind Singh

Japji sahib is name given to the first Bani (composition) to appear at the very beginning of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib from Page 1 to Page 8 in the Holy Book of the Sikhs. It consists of the Mool Mantar, a set of 38 Pauris (hymns) and a final Salok. It is regarded as the most important Bani or 'set of verses' by the Sikhs and is recited every morning by all practising faithful of this religion. The word ‘Jap’ means to ‘recite’ or ‘to ‘chant’. ‘ji’ is a word that is used to show respect as is the word ‘sahib’.

This Gurbani (words of the Guru) is said to be the condensation of the whole of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib and whoever recites this Bani with love, dedication and humility will have the complete blessing of Guru Nanak Dev. One who regularly recites Japji daily will gain spiritual peace and tranquilly; wisdom about the mysteries of God’s creation; understanding and appreciation of the ups and downs of life; the knowledge and confidence to move forward in this world at a higher moral/spiritual level; to become an inspiration to others and a support for the many. The Bani will have a magical influence on your life.

This Bani was composed by the founder of the faith, Guru Nanak Dev who was the first of the Ten Gurus of Sikhism who together were responsible for the creation of this faith ....Continued