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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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#210 Bhai Mardana Ji Yearns to Return Home 18.09.2023

After a long time of travelling, Bhai Mardana Ji yearns to return to see his family. At the same time, he doesn't want to leave Guru Nanak Dev Ji and asks Guru Ji to come with him. Surrounded by animals, Guru Ji and Bhai Mardana Ji start singing Keertan. 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 J...

#209 Fortunate to Have Sikhi 18.09.2023

Rather than seeing devotional worship as a hassle, try to see it as a fortunate position that you are in. Within this life, you have the opportunity to listen to Katha, Keertan and Gurbani. 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...

#208 Reach Out to Guru Ji to Gain Understanding 18.09.2023

Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to fully grasp spiritual concepts or to come onto the path. By reaching out to Guru Ji and asking for support, we can further connect and embody Divine Wisdom. 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...

#207 Guru Ji Blesses the Food 18.09.2023

Despite Bhai Mardana Ji's hungry state, he ensured that he offered the fruit to Guru Nanak Dev Ji first and only ate once Guru Ji did. The concept of Bhog is explained further. 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 w...

Practicing Maryada Through Love 14.09.2023

The importance of Maryada (Code of Conduct that reminds us of death) is outlined, highlighting that such conduct is maintained out of a sense of pure love. 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 Gu...

Guru Ji Returns to Dhru Mandal 14.09.2023

Returning to Dhru Mandal, the experiences from Sachkhand are shared. 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 Gurpa...

Guru Ji Recites So Dar 14.09.2023

Guru Nanak Dev Ji recites the So Dar Shabad and each line is translated, with its relation to Sachkhand. 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 Immaculate Beings in Sachkhand 14.09.2023

Descriptions are provided of those unwavering devotees that are present in Sachkhand. 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 k...

Gurbani is Directly from Vaheguru 14.09.2023

We have the opportunity to read Gurbani that has arrived directly from Sachkhand via Vaheguru Ji, yet we often delay in reciting such invaluable Bani for other worldly desires. 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 w...

Arriving in Sachkhand 14.09.2023

The beautiful descriptions of Sachkhand are described, in which the full essence cannot be captured with mere words. 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...

Entering Dhrupuri 13.09.2023

After completing the battle, Bhagat Dhru Ji sits down in intuitive bliss. Guru Nanak Dev Ji concludes the story of Bhagat Dhru Ji and Bhai Mardana Ji begs Guru Ji for them to finally reach Dhrupuri. 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 comprehen...

The Battle of Warrior Bhagat Dhru Ji 13.09.2023

Guru Nanak Dev Ji describes the fierce battle when the enemies (Yaksh) attack Bhagat Dhru Ji chariot and how Bhagat Ji's warrior characteristics begin to shine. 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...

Devotional Worship Brings True Glory 13.09.2023

Bhagat Dhru Ji is praised with great glory and given such a praiseworthy status, for their devotion to the Creator. 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 a...

Vaheguru Blesses Bhagat Dhru Ji 13.09.2023

After engaging in genuine devotional worship, Bhagat Dhru Ji is blessed with the Divine Presence of Vaheguru. 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 pa...

The Role Models of Your Children 13.09.2023

Narad Muni encourages Bhagat Dhru Ji to be inspired by the way of his grandfather. In a similar way, are we motivating our children to follow the ways of positive role models in life? 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 beauti...

Bhagat Dhru Ji Goes to the Jungle 13.09.2023

As a 5 year old child, Bhagat Dhru Ji wanders into the jungle. Narad Muni comes to meet Bhagat Dhru Ji and Bhagat Ji reveals the sadness within his heart. 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...

The Life of Bhagat Dhru Ji 13.09.2023

Travelling towards the great kingdom of Bhagat Dhru Ji (Dhrupuri), Guru Nanak Dev Ji answers Bhai Mardana Ji's question about the life story of Bhagat Dhru 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 o...

The Story of Soor Avtar 13.09.2023

Guru Nanak Dev Ji answers Bhai Bala Ji's question about how Vishnu turns into Soor Avtaar to destroy the demons. 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...

The Curse of Terrifying Demons 13.09.2023

Bhagat Prahalad Ji narratives that when given the curse to take on the form of demons and enter the world, Parnakash and Harnakash entered in their terrifying form. 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 accou...

The Impact of a Moment of Lust 13.09.2023

Bhagat Prahlad Ji explains to Bhai Bala Ji and Bhai Mardana Ji the history of why Harnakash had to come in his current form - through the lustful actions of his ancestors and the karma of his lineage. 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 compreh...

#190 Bhagat Prahalad Ji Prays for Harnakash 12.09.2023

Bhagat Prahlad Ji does a supplication to Vaheguru to liberate Harnakash, despite all of the evil actions that he committed. 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 asso...

The Characteristics of Narsingh 12.09.2023

Vaheguru can come in blissful forms and Bir Ras forms (warrior spirit). Only those that realize all is Vaheguru, will not be scared of such forms. Narsingh Avtar, the form of Vaheguru themselves, is praised by all the Devi Devte. Bhagat Prahlad Ji then does a supplication to Narsingh. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (g...

#188 The End of Harnakash 12.09.2023

Bhagat Prahlad Ji narrates how Harnakash is destroyed by the Creator themselves within unique circumstances. 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 par...

Bhagat Prahlad Ji - the Enlightened Child 12.09.2023

Bhagat Prahlad Ji explains how they answered the questions of their peers, regarding how they came to such an enlightened state and how others can work towards it as well. 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 writte...

Bhagat Prahlad Ji Inspires his Peers 12.09.2023

Bhagat Prahlad Ji mentions how during their childhood, they used to speak about spirituality with their classmates - rather than playing like other children did.

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