What do Gurbani, Shabad, Kirtan and Ardas really mean?
Gurbani:
Gurbani means compositions of the Sikh Gurus. Gurbani is composed of two words: 'Gur' meaning 'the Guru's' and 'bani' meaning 'word'.
Shabad:
Shabads are the religious hymns contained in Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
Kirtan:
Kirtan refers to singing of devotional songs in praise of God, sung in the classical mode. It is a musical prayer that brings joy to the soul. In North India, Kirtan is accepted as one of the surest paths to enlightenment.
Ardas:
Ardas is done before performing or after undertaking any significant task; after reciting the daily Banis (prayers); or completion of Paath or kirtan (hymn-singing).
Benefits of Shabad Gurbani Kirtan
At Raag.fm you can listen to Shabad Gurbani & Kirtan and watch Shabad Kirtan videos. Kirtan & Shabads are sung with love and devotion for God who is the creator of all. By singing or listening to Shabad Gurbani and participating in Kirtan, we feel closer to our true self (atman), and to God (Param Atman). Before listening to Shabad Gurbani Kirtan, one needs to have a free mind. So, sort out all your tasks and wind up to devote some time to God and to your soul.
Shabad Kirtan always have a positive effect on the body and soul. By singing or listening to Shabad Kirtan, we can free ourselves from the worries and tensions of day to day life. Lets listen to Shabad Kirtan, sing Shabads and express our love for the Divine.
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