Guest guest Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Dear Respected Members, Namaste-Ji, With the sole intention of sharing, I am offering this information on the Guru Granth SahibJi. I find its presentation easy to the eye, yet informative. For those who want general information to satisfy their curiosity, it is ideal, For those already highly knowledgeable in this field, kindly pardon me. The intention is not to preach, merely raising awareness.. The full article can be read at this site. http://www.sgpc.net/sikhism/guru-granth-sahib.html A " snap-short " is given below.. The Contents The Granth Sahib also called Adi Granth contains compositions of the first five Gurus, the ninth Guru, fifteen Bhagats (Jai Dev, Nam Dev, Trilochan, Parmanand, Sadna, Ramanand, Beni, Dhanna, Pipa, Sain, Kabir, Ravidas, Farid, Surday, Bhikhan) and eleven Bhattas (Mathra, Jalap, Harbans, Talya, Salya, Bhal, Kulh Sahar, Nal, Kirat, Gayand, Sadrang). Guru Granth Sahib contains 5894 hymns. The number of stanzas according to Pincott is 15575. 974 hymns are written by the first Guru, 62 by the second Guru, 907 by the third, 679 by the fourth, 2218 by the fifth, and 115 by the ninth. Among the remaining 922 hymns of Bhagats, the highest number of hymns (541) is by Kabir. Music forms the basis of the classification of the hymns. Under each Rag, the hymns are arranged in the following order : 1. Chaupadas-hymns of four verses. 2. Ashtapadas-hymns of eight verses. 3. Long poems. 4. Chhants-Verses of six lines. 5. Short poems. 6. Vars consisting of two or more Saloks and a Pauri. 7. Poems of Bhagats in the same order. The hymns are further classified according to the musical clef (Ghar) in which each is to be sung. Although according to the index of Ragas in Ragmala, the total number of Ragas and Raginis is 84, the Guru has used only 31. So the Granth is arranged firstly according to the Raga, secondly, according to the nature or metre of the poem, thirdly authorship, and fourthly the clef . The ordinary edition of Adi Granth Sahib contains 1430 pages as under : 1. Japji-pp. 1-7. 2. Musical hymns-pp. 8-1351. 3. Salok Sanskriti-pp. 1352-1359. 4. Gatha-pp. 1359-1361. 5. Funhe-pp. l36l-1362. 6. Chaubole-pp. 1363-1364. 7. Saloks of Kabir and Farid-pp. 1364-1384.- 8. Swayyas of the Gurus and the Bhattas- pp. 1384-1408. 9. Saloks of the Gurus-pp. 1409-1428. 10. Rag Mala, index of musical measures- pp. 1429-1430. Characteristics of Adi Granlh. At the end, Guru Arjan Dev has summed up the nature of the Holy Book in Munda-wani; " In this dish are placed three things : Truth, Contentment and Wisdom. These are seasoned with the Name of God which is the basis of all; whoever eats and enjoy it, shall be saved. " Guru Arjan's aim was to provide a book of universal religion, for everybody, everywhere. He wanted to guide and regenerate all types of men. He says: warmest regards Sheevani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 Thank You Chiranjiv Mehta--- On Sat, 10/4/10, Sheevani <sheevani147 wrote: Sheevani <sheevani147 Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Date: Saturday, 10 April, 2010, 3:07 AM Dear Respected Members,Namaste-Ji,With the sole intention of sharing, I am offering this information on the Guru Granth SahibJi. I find its presentation easy to the eye, yet informative. For those who want general information to satisfy their curiosity, it is ideal, For those already highly knowledgeable in this field, kindly pardon me.The intention is not to preach, merely raising awareness..The full article can be read at this site.http://www.sgpc. net/sikhism/ guru-granth- sahib.htmlA "snap-short" is given below..The Contents The Granth Sahib also called Adi Granth contains compositions of the first five Gurus, the ninth Guru, fifteen Bhagats (Jai Dev, Nam Dev, Trilochan, Parmanand, Sadna, Ramanand, Beni, Dhanna, Pipa, Sain, Kabir, Ravidas, Farid, Surday, Bhikhan) and eleven Bhattas (Mathra, Jalap, Harbans, Talya, Salya, Bhal, Kulh Sahar, Nal, Kirat, Gayand, Sadrang).Guru Granth Sahib contains 5894 hymns. The number of stanzas according to Pincott is 15575. 974 hymns are written by the first Guru, 62 by the second Guru, 907 by the third, 679 by the fourth, 2218 by the fifth, and 115 by the ninth. Among the remaining 922 hymns of Bhagats, the highest number of hymns (541) is by Kabir.Music forms the basis of the classification of the hymns. Under each Rag, the hymns are arranged in the following order :1. Chaupadas-hymns of four verses.2. Ashtapadas-hymns of eight verses.3. Long poems.4. Chhants-Verses of six lines.5. Short poems.6. Vars consisting of two or more Saloks and a Pauri.7. Poems of Bhagats in the same order.The hymns are further classified according to the musical clef (Ghar) in which each is to be sung. Although according to the index of Ragas in Ragmala, the total number of Ragas and Raginis is 84, the Guru has used only 31. So the Granth is arranged firstly according to the Raga, secondly, according to the nature or metre of the poem, thirdly authorship, and fourthly the clef . The ordinary edition of Adi Granth Sahib contains 1430 pages as under :1. Japji-pp. 1-7.2. Musical hymns-pp. 8-1351.3. Salok Sanskriti-pp. 1352-1359.4. Gatha-pp. 1359-1361.5. Funhe-pp. l36l-1362.6. Chaubole-pp. 1363-1364.7. Saloks of Kabir and Farid-pp. 1364-1384.-8. Swayyas of the Gurus and the Bhattas- pp. 1384-1408.9. Saloks of the Gurus-pp. 1409-1428.10. Rag Mala, index of musical measures- pp. 1429-1430.Characteristics of Adi Granlh. At the end, Guru Arjan Dev has summed up the nature of the Holy Book in Munda-wani; "In this dish are placed three things : Truth, Contentment and Wisdom. These are seasoned with the Name of God which is the basis of all; whoever eats and enjoy it, shall be saved." Guru Arjan's aim was to provide a book of universal religion, for everybody, everywhere. He wanted to guide and regenerate all types of men. He says:warmest regardsSheevani Your Mail works best with the New Optimized IE8. Get it NOW!. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2010 Report Share Posted April 10, 2010 Dear Kulbir ji, Namaste, ///Kindly also try to find something about Sarbloh Granth " the Granth or Scripture of all-steel or iron " ./// I did try to search for more information on this,, and came across this video.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2VE5fSamvU & feature=related I also saw the whole recitation of Chandi di Var - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C6-9OIJq0I & feature=related This prayer is very similar to Durga saptashati.. I am enjoy this journey of adventure very much.. please do keep it coming.. Many thanks Sheevani , chiranjiv mehta <vchiranjiv wrote: > > Thank You > > Chiranjiv Mehta > > > --- On Sat, 10/4/10, Sheevani <sheevani147 wrote: > > > Sheevani <sheevani147 > Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. > > Saturday, 10 April, 2010, 3:07 AM > > > Â > > > > Dear Respected Members, > > Namaste-Ji, > > With the sole intention of sharing, I am offering this information on the Guru Granth SahibJi. I find its presentation easy to the eye, yet informative. For those who want general information to satisfy their curiosity, it is ideal, For those already highly knowledgeable in this field, kindly pardon me. > > The intention is not to preach, merely raising awareness.. > > The full article can be read at this site. > http://www.sgpc. net/sikhism/ guru-granth- sahib.html > > A " snap-short " is given below.. > > The Contents The Granth Sahib also called Adi Granth contains compositions of the first five Gurus, the ninth Guru, fifteen Bhagats (Jai Dev, Nam Dev, Trilochan, Parmanand, Sadna, Ramanand, Beni, Dhanna, Pipa, Sain, Kabir, Ravidas, Farid, Surday, Bhikhan) and eleven Bhattas (Mathra, Jalap, Harbans, Talya, Salya, Bhal, Kulh Sahar, Nal, Kirat, Gayand, Sadrang). > > Guru Granth Sahib contains 5894 hymns. The number of stanzas according to Pincott is 15575. 974 hymns are written by the first Guru, 62 by the second Guru, 907 by the third, 679 by the fourth, 2218 by the fifth, and 115 by the ninth. Among the remaining 922 hymns of Bhagats, the highest number of hymns (541) is by Kabir. > > Music forms the basis of the classification of the hymns. Under each Rag, the hymns are arranged in the following order : > > 1. Chaupadas-hymns of four verses. > 2. Ashtapadas-hymns of eight verses. > 3. Long poems. > 4. Chhants-Verses of six lines. > 5. Short poems. > 6. Vars consisting of two or more Saloks and a Pauri. > 7. Poems of Bhagats in the same order. > The hymns are further classified according to the musical clef (Ghar) in which each is to be sung. Although according to the index of Ragas in Ragmala, the total number of Ragas and Raginis is 84, the Guru has used only 31. So the Granth is arranged firstly according to the Raga, secondly, according to the nature or metre of the poem, thirdly authorship, and fourthly the clef . The ordinary edition of Adi Granth Sahib contains 1430 pages as under : > > 1. Japji-pp. 1-7. > 2. Musical hymns-pp. 8-1351. > 3. Salok Sanskriti-pp. 1352-1359. > 4. Gatha-pp. 1359-1361. > 5. Funhe-pp. l36l-1362. > 6. Chaubole-pp. 1363-1364. > 7. Saloks of Kabir and Farid-pp. 1364-1384.- > 8. Swayyas of the Gurus and the Bhattas- pp. 1384-1408. > 9. Saloks of the Gurus-pp. 1409-1428. > 10. Rag Mala, index of musical measures- pp. 1429-1430. > > Characteristics of Adi Granlh. At the end, Guru Arjan Dev has summed up the nature of the Holy Book in Munda-wani; " In this dish are placed three things : Truth, Contentment and Wisdom. These are seasoned with the Name of God which is the basis of all; whoever eats and enjoy it, shall be saved. " Guru Arjan's aim was to provide a book of universal religion, for everybody, everywhere. He wanted to guide and regenerate all types of men. He says: > > warmest regards > Sheevani > > > The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Homepage. http://in./ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2010 Report Share Posted April 11, 2010 Dear Kulbir ji, Namaste. Looks like you have set me on a very interesting path. It looks like the Kabiyo Bach Benti chaupai(also refered to as Benti Chaupai) had also been corrupted by removing the last 2 verses in the chaupai, which is the most powerful part of the prayer as it contains the affairmation of protection to the person who recites it.. Here is the link.. http://www.sikhnet.com/news/chaupai-sahib-broken-bani Most gutkas(prayer books) have the chaupai given as having only 25 verses and not the 27 verses it should have contained. I am currently trying to locate the following too 1. Akal Ustat- which has parallels to Mritunjai Shiva 2. Chandi Charitar - dedicated to Naina Devi 3. Vichitra-astak - 4. Var Sri Bhaguti ji ki- which is the same as Chandi di Var(link in previous message) I believe this are all from the Dasam Granth. Your imput will be much appreciated. Also who are the 24 avtars that are refered to? warmest regards Sheevani , " Sheevani " <sheevani147 wrote: > > Dear Kulbir ji, > > Namaste, > > ///Kindly also try to find something about Sarbloh Granth " the Granth or Scripture of all-steel or iron " ./// > > I did try to search for more information on this,, and came across this video.. > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2VE5fSamvU & feature=related > > I also saw the whole recitation of Chandi di Var - > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C6-9OIJq0I & feature=related > > This prayer is very similar to Durga saptashati.. > > I am enjoy this journey of adventure very much.. please do keep it coming.. > > Many thanks > > Sheevani > > , chiranjiv mehta <vchiranjiv@> wrote: > > > > Thank You > > > > Chiranjiv Mehta > > > > > > --- On Sat, 10/4/10, Sheevani <sheevani147@> wrote: > > > > > > Sheevani <sheevani147@> > > Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. > > > > Saturday, 10 April, 2010, 3:07 AM > > > > > > Â > > > > > > > > Dear Respected Members, > > > > Namaste-Ji, > > > > With the sole intention of sharing, I am offering this information on the Guru Granth SahibJi. I find its presentation easy to the eye, yet informative. For those who want general information to satisfy their curiosity, it is ideal, For those already highly knowledgeable in this field, kindly pardon me. > > > > The intention is not to preach, merely raising awareness.. > > > > The full article can be read at this site. > > http://www.sgpc. net/sikhism/ guru-granth- sahib.html > > > > A " snap-short " is given below.. > > > > The Contents The Granth Sahib also called Adi Granth contains compositions of the first five Gurus, the ninth Guru, fifteen Bhagats (Jai Dev, Nam Dev, Trilochan, Parmanand, Sadna, Ramanand, Beni, Dhanna, Pipa, Sain, Kabir, Ravidas, Farid, Surday, Bhikhan) and eleven Bhattas (Mathra, Jalap, Harbans, Talya, Salya, Bhal, Kulh Sahar, Nal, Kirat, Gayand, Sadrang). > > > > Guru Granth Sahib contains 5894 hymns. The number of stanzas according to Pincott is 15575. 974 hymns are written by the first Guru, 62 by the second Guru, 907 by the third, 679 by the fourth, 2218 by the fifth, and 115 by the ninth. Among the remaining 922 hymns of Bhagats, the highest number of hymns (541) is by Kabir. > > > > Music forms the basis of the classification of the hymns. Under each Rag, the hymns are arranged in the following order : > > > > 1. Chaupadas-hymns of four verses. > > 2. Ashtapadas-hymns of eight verses. > > 3. Long poems. > > 4. Chhants-Verses of six lines. > > 5. Short poems. > > 6. Vars consisting of two or more Saloks and a Pauri. > > 7. Poems of Bhagats in the same order. > > The hymns are further classified according to the musical clef (Ghar) in which each is to be sung. Although according to the index of Ragas in Ragmala, the total number of Ragas and Raginis is 84, the Guru has used only 31. So the Granth is arranged firstly according to the Raga, secondly, according to the nature or metre of the poem, thirdly authorship, and fourthly the clef . The ordinary edition of Adi Granth Sahib contains 1430 pages as under : > > > > 1. Japji-pp. 1-7. > > 2. Musical hymns-pp. 8-1351. > > 3. Salok Sanskriti-pp. 1352-1359. > > 4. Gatha-pp. 1359-1361. > > 5. Funhe-pp. l36l-1362. > > 6. Chaubole-pp. 1363-1364. > > 7. Saloks of Kabir and Farid-pp. 1364-1384.- > > 8. Swayyas of the Gurus and the Bhattas- pp. 1384-1408. > > 9. Saloks of the Gurus-pp. 1409-1428. > > 10. Rag Mala, index of musical measures- pp. 1429-1430. > > > > Characteristics of Adi Granlh. At the end, Guru Arjan Dev has summed up the nature of the Holy Book in Munda-wani; " In this dish are placed three things : Truth, Contentment and Wisdom. These are seasoned with the Name of God which is the basis of all; whoever eats and enjoy it, shall be saved. " Guru Arjan's aim was to provide a book of universal religion, for everybody, everywhere. He wanted to guide and regenerate all types of men. He says: > > > > warmest regards > > Sheevani > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Homepage. http://in./ > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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