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==[[Japji Sahib Ji]]==
[[Image:Babadeepsingh4.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Baba Deep Singh - a Scholar and Soldier]]


[[Image:Mool Mantar Guru Gobind Singh.jpg|thumb|The Mool Mantar in the handwriting of Guru Gobind Singh Ji|right]]Japji Sahib consists of the Mool Mantar, a set of 38 Pauris (hymns) and a final Salok. This Bani called Japji Sahib, 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 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’.
'''''[[BABA DEEP SINGH]]'' SHAHID (1682-1757) is one of most honoured martyrs in Sikh history and the founder of the Shahid [[Misl]] as well as of the Damdami Taksal. He was tall, strong, and uncommonly brave Sikh who was a bold and fearless saint-soldier, ever ready to risk his life for the Panth.'''


This Gurbani 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 ji. 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 level; to become an inspiration to others and a support for the many. The Bani will have a magical influence on your life.
* At eighteen, received Amrit at Anandpur Sahib in the presence of Guru Gobind Singh Ji
* He spent about 8 years and learned Gurmukhi from Bhai Mani Singh along with horse riding, archery as well as other arms training.
* Met Guru Gobind Singh at Damdama Sahib where Guru Ji asked him to start preaching Sikhism.Later became head "Granthi" at Damdama Sahib.
* Between 1705 and 1728 Baba Deep Singh and Bhai Mani Singh produced a number of hand written copies of the Guru Granth Sahib for distribution among the Sikhs.
* Fought in various wars - In about 1709, Baba Deep Singh Ji joined [[Banda Singh Bahadur]] to fight in the battle of Sirhind.  
* On the outskirts of Amritsar, Baba ji and heavily outnumbered Sikhs fought two fierce battles against a Mughal force of 20,000. In the second engagement Baba Deep Singh was fatally wounded in the neck but had vowed to die in the precincts of the Golden Temple. He kept his promise and died with his severed head resting on the perkerma of [[Harimander Sahib]]
**'''[[Baba Deep Singh|Continued .....]]'''


This Bani was composed by the founder of the faith, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji who was the first of ten human Gurus of this faith. The Ten Gurus of Sikhism were responsible for the creation of this faith which took place over period 1469 to 1708 - a period of about 239 years. At the point when the last of these Gurus departed this Earth, the Guruship was passed to the Sikh Holy Book, the SGGS. The Sikh treat the SGGS as a living Guru and the respect shown for the Shabad or ‘Message of the Gurus’ is unique in this religion.  
'''Last Week's Featured article: [[Message of Guru Granth Sahib]]'''
On September 1, the [[Sikhs]] will celebrate 401 years of the first installation of their holy scriptures called the [[Sri Guru Granth Sahib]]. The Sri Guru Granth Sahib was compiled and installed at [[Harimandir Sahib]] in Amritsar in 1604. The holy book contains hymns written by saints and scholars of different religions. The SGGS contains message for the whole of humanity. '''[[Message of Guru Granth Sahib|Continued .....]]'''
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'''Previous Featured article: [[Battle of Saragarhi]]'''
'''[[Japji Sahib Ji|....Continued]]'''
On September 12, the Sikhs will remember with honor the supreme sacrifice of their 21 comrades who for the security and safeguard of their country and fellow citizens willingly laid down their lives. These soldiers were inspired by the heart piercing message of their tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. '''[[Battle of Saragarhi|Continued .....]]'''

Latest revision as of 21:54, 9 September 2005

Baba Deep Singh - a Scholar and Soldier

BABA DEEP SINGH SHAHID (1682-1757) is one of most honoured martyrs in Sikh history and the founder of the Shahid Misl as well as of the Damdami Taksal. He was tall, strong, and uncommonly brave Sikh who was a bold and fearless saint-soldier, ever ready to risk his life for the Panth.

  • At eighteen, received Amrit at Anandpur Sahib in the presence of Guru Gobind Singh Ji
  • He spent about 8 years and learned Gurmukhi from Bhai Mani Singh along with horse riding, archery as well as other arms training.
  • Met Guru Gobind Singh at Damdama Sahib where Guru Ji asked him to start preaching Sikhism.Later became head "Granthi" at Damdama Sahib.
  • Between 1705 and 1728 Baba Deep Singh and Bhai Mani Singh produced a number of hand written copies of the Guru Granth Sahib for distribution among the Sikhs.
  • Fought in various wars - In about 1709, Baba Deep Singh Ji joined Banda Singh Bahadur to fight in the battle of Sirhind.
  • On the outskirts of Amritsar, Baba ji and heavily outnumbered Sikhs fought two fierce battles against a Mughal force of 20,000. In the second engagement Baba Deep Singh was fatally wounded in the neck but had vowed to die in the precincts of the Golden Temple. He kept his promise and died with his severed head resting on the perkerma of Harimander Sahib

Last Week's Featured article: Message of Guru Granth Sahib On September 1, the Sikhs will celebrate 401 years of the first installation of their holy scriptures called the Sri Guru Granth Sahib. The Sri Guru Granth Sahib was compiled and installed at Harimandir Sahib in Amritsar in 1604. The holy book contains hymns written by saints and scholars of different religions. The SGGS contains message for the whole of humanity. Continued .....

Previous Featured article: Battle of Saragarhi On September 12, the Sikhs will remember with honor the supreme sacrifice of their 21 comrades who for the security and safeguard of their country and fellow citizens willingly laid down their lives. These soldiers were inspired by the heart piercing message of their tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Continued .....

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