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Sri Nanak Prakash (Suraj Prakash) English Katha

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Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with compl...

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Oct 25, 2025

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Guru Ji dispels doubts of Bhai Mansukh Ji 10.01.2022

Guru Ji sends Bhai Bhagirath Ji to buy wedding items for Bhai Mardana Ji's daughter. Bhai Bhagirath Ji meets Bhai Munsukh Ji, a storeowner in Lahore, who joins him in his travel back to Sultanpur, where he becomes a humble servant of Guru Ji and falls at their feet. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai San...

Bhai Bhagirath Ji Enlightened 20.12.2021

After years of devotion and numerous efforts to attain enlightenment, Bhai Bhagirath Ji finally gets his prayers answered when he is led to Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of...

Birth of Baba Sri Chand Ji 20.12.2021

Mata Sulakhni Ji's love and devotion increases day by day for Guru Ji. Finally, the day comes when Mata Sulakhni Ji gives birth to Baba Sri Chand Ji. Everyone in the family, especially Bebe Nanaki Ji, are in bliss and are celebrating. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and...

Bebe Nanaki Ji's Request 20.12.2021

After giving marriage advice to Mata Sulakhni Ji, Bebe Nanaki Ji advises Guru Ji to spend some time with Mata Sulakhni Ji and shares her desire of having a nephew. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accoun...

Marriage Advice 20.12.2021

Following Mool Chand Ji's visit, now Mata Sulakhni Ji's mother Chandorani Ji has come to visit her. Listening to the pains of her daughter, Chandorani Ji confronts Bebe Nanaki Ji in anger. Bebe Nanaki Ji being wise puts the situation at ease by giving marriage advice to Mata Ji. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great p...

Mata Sulakhni Ji's Sorrow 20.12.2021

After building their own house, Guru Ji has started to spend most of their time at the store(Modi-khana) and barely visits their house. Mata Sulakhni Ji is irritated with the actions of Guru Ji and shares the cause of her pain with her father Mool Chand Ji. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Sing...

Back to Sultanpur 20.12.2021

After arriving back in Sultanpur, Guru Ji resumes their Modi-khana(store) job and blessing people with immense donations like before. While living at Bebe Nanaki Ji's house for some time, Guru Ji starts to build their own house. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and repres...

Blessings upon Rai Bular Ji 20.12.2021

While preparing to leave for Sultanpur, Guru Ji decides to meet Rai Bular Ji and blesses him with the command to meditate on 'Satnam' (The True Name). Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji...

Blessing childhood devotees 01.12.2021

After arriving in Talwandi, Guru Ji fulfils the intense desire of Rai Bular Ji to have Guru Nanak Dev Ji's blessed vision. They bestow blessings upon their childhood teachers and friends. Talwandi has blossomed with Guru Ji's presence. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and...

Baraat arrives at Talwandi 24.11.2021

Following the guidance of Bhai Parmanand Ji, it is decided that Guru Ji and Mata Sulakhni Ji will go to Talwandi. Before leaving, Guru Ji tells Bhai Bala Ji to take care of the store (Modi-Khana) until he returns. Meanwhile, Mata Tripta Ji waiting longingly for her son and daughter-in-law brings them inside the home with lots of love. Everyone in the town is overcome with felicity. Sri Nanak Praka...

Post wedding celebrations 24.11.2021

Along with Guru Ji and Mata Sulakhni Ji, the relatives (baraat) return to Sultanpur, where a warmhearted Bebe Nanaki Ji affectionately welcomes the new bride. Shortly thereafter, Baba Kalu Ji insists the newlyweds return to Talwandi and see Mata Tripta Ji. On the other hand, Bhai Jai Ram Ji insists Guru Ji stay in Sultanpur, and soon, Baba Mool Chand Ji arrives to take his daughter to Batala. An e...

The Wedding Ceremony 24.11.2021

Dhan Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the beautiful Mata Sulakhni Ji, the father and mother of the entire world, are married. All relatives and attendees are elated and enjoy the wedding festivities. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive a...

Baraat arrives at Batala 24.11.2021

The relatives (baraat) cross the Beas river and their hearts are filled with excitement. When they are about to reach Batala, Baba Kalu Ji sends a messenger to Baba Mool Chand Ji to share the news that they are arriving. The two families meet each other with great love and respect. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (grea...

Baraat gathers at Sultanpur 24.11.2021

Baba Kalu Ji and the family from Talwandi arrive in Sultanpur, where they are warmly received by Bebe Nanaki Ji and Bhai Jairam Ji. Everyone who meets Guru Ji is filled with peace and bliss. Together, the family from Talwandi and Sultanpur now head to Batala. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santok...

Wedding preparations commence 24.11.2021

Baba Mool Chand sends a letter to Bebe Nanaki Ji and Bhai Jai Ram Ji announcing the date of Guru Ji's marriage to his daughter. The message is then sent to Talwandi. After sharing the news with Rai Bular Ji, Baba Kalu Ji and the rest of their family head to Sultanpur with a lot of excitement. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mah...

Slanderers proven wrong 08.11.2021

Nawab Daulat Khan suspects that money from the store (Modi-Khana) is being siphoned into Guru Ji's pockets and requests an audit. Upon a meticulous review of accounts, a skeptical accountant discovers to his surprise that the Nawab owes money to Guru Ji. Guru Ji takes the rupees that the Nawab gives him and re-invests them into the Modi-Khana, while a loving Bhai Jai Ram Ji and Bebe Nanaki Ji humb...

Modikhana accounts checked 05.11.2021

Townspeople begin to calumniate Guru Ji and their work in Nawab Daulat Khan's store (Modi-Khana) while planting seeds of doubts in Jai Ram Ji's mind. Before he is able to say anything to Guru Ji, the knower of all hearts uproots his worries by calmly suggesting that all accounts be checked and they both go to meet the Nawab. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Sri Gur...

Kirtan Blessings to Bhai Mardana Ji 05.11.2021

Guru Ji returns to Sultanpur after their engagement and blesses Bhai Mardana Ji with the ability to do Kirtan (sing praises of Vaheguru Ji). Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. I...

Guru Ji's Engagement 05.11.2021

Guru Ji’s family and relatives travel to Sultanpur and continue, arriving at Batala for Guru Ji’s engagement ceremony. Everyone is happy and celebrating. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru...

Guru Ji's Maternal Grandparents 05.11.2021

After removing Bhai Jairam Ji’s doubts, Guru ji decides to leave Sultanpur but ends up staying back upon Bhai Bala Ji’s request. Guru Ji’s maternal grandparents have arrived, after getting the exciting news of Guru Ji’s upcoming engagement ceremony. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in...

Jairam Ji doubts Guru Ji 05.11.2021

Influenced by a slanderer, Bhai Jairam Ji’s mind is filled with doubts against Guru Ji. Store accounts get checked and Guru Ji is in profit of 135 Rupees. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Gur...

Kalu Ji worried about Guru Ji's finances 05.11.2021

Kalu Ji expresses his concerns about Guru Ji’s finances to Bebe Nanaki and Jai Ram Ji. They tell Kalu Ji not to worry and inform him that they are looking to get Guru Ji married. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully...

Kalu Ji visits Sultanpur 05.11.2021

Kalu Ji goes to visit Guru Ji after they hear word that their son is running a very charitable business at Modi Khana and giving happiness to all the beggars. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of...

Guru Ji heads to Sultanpur 05.11.2021

Guru Ji moves into their sister's house in Sultanpur and begins to handle the business of Nawab Daulat Khan’s store (Modi-Khana). Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usuall...

Ring given to Sadhu 05.11.2021

Bhai Bala Ji and Guru Ji head for Sultanpur after Rai Bular Ji convinces Jai Ram Ji to let Guru Ji stay with them in Sultanpur. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually...

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