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This articles lists [[Gurbani]] relating to dancing and singing which are activities where many preconceived prejudices and views exist in the [[Sikh]] and [[Punjabi]] community. Singing and dancing are great traditions of [[Punjab]] which have been in existence for many thousands of years. | |||
These traditions are encouraged and supported by [[Sikhi]] and [[Gurbani]] provided that they are used as a positive, communal and constructive function for unity and celebration of society. When used to escalate ones ego or pride; or for self-excitation; or for sensual gratification, these same activities are condemned by the Guru. The Guru tells us: | |||
{{ | {{tuk1|124|5089|I am a sacrifice, my soul is a sacrifice, to those who look beautiful in the Name of the Lord, Har, Har. '''The Gurmukhs <u>sing</u> , the Gurmukhs <u>dance</u>''', and focus their consciousness on the Lord. ((1)(Pause))}} | ||
|I am a sacrifice, my soul is a sacrifice, to those who look beautiful in the Name of the Lord, Har, Har. | |||
'''The Gurmukhs <u>sing</u> , the Gurmukhs <u>dance</u>''', and focus their consciousness on the Lord. ((1)(Pause))}} | |||
Singing and dancing are great to lift ones mood and bring brightness into the mind; they also provide great exercise and are very beneficial for the circulation of blood in the body. However, when you sing and dance, remember that only by the Hukam of God are you enjoying all these wonderful activities. Keep your focus on the Almighty. With each motion remember Him! {{aowf|Sri Guru Granth Sahib on dance}} | Singing and dancing are great to lift ones mood and bring brightness into the mind; they also provide great exercise and are very beneficial for the circulation of blood in the body. <!---However, when you sing and dance, remember that only by the Hukam of God are you enjoying all these wonderful activities. Keep your focus on the Almighty. With each motion remember Him!---> {{aowf|Sri Guru Granth Sahib on dance}} | ||
Latest revision as of 12:55, 3 November 2009
This articles lists Gurbani relating to dancing and singing which are activities where many preconceived prejudices and views exist in the Sikh and Punjabi community. Singing and dancing are great traditions of Punjab which have been in existence for many thousands of years.
These traditions are encouraged and supported by Sikhi and Gurbani provided that they are used as a positive, communal and constructive function for unity and celebration of society. When used to escalate ones ego or pride; or for self-excitation; or for sensual gratification, these same activities are condemned by the Guru. The Guru tells us:
| I am a sacrifice, my soul is a sacrifice, to those who look beautiful in the Name of the Lord, Har, Har. The Gurmukhs sing , the Gurmukhs dance, and focus their consciousness on the Lord. ((1)(Pause)) |
Singing and dancing are great to lift ones mood and bring brightness into the mind; they also provide great exercise and are very beneficial for the circulation of blood in the body. .....More
