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    A Spiritual Discourse
    A Spiritual Discourse
    A Spiritual Discourse
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    A Spiritual Discourse

    By Bikram Gill

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    A Spiritual Discourse is an English translation of ‘Sidh Gosht’, a discussion between Guru Nanak Dev, founder of Sikhism, and a group of Master Yogis, Siddhas. In the composition the Siddhas ask Guru Nanak Dev spiritual questions, and Guru Nanak Dev answers them. ‘Sidh Gosht’ is part of a larger text, Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, which is the present Guru of the Sikhs.

    The present translation tries to present a literal translation, with a simple and concise presentation, keeping the metaphors intact, wherever possible (although the rhyme of the original text could not be maintained). The main intention of the present translation is to present the meaning of the original text, as per my understanding. Conversational English has been used. Where it is felt that an explanation may help in understanding the meaning of text, brief explanation has been added.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBikram Gill
    Release dateSep 5, 2015
    ISBN9781311050502
    A Spiritual Discourse
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    Bikram Gill

    I have been working for some time, and spend remaining time doing random things. I also like learning about different religions and spiritual subjects (preferably with some practical use), and am especially interested in learning and understanding the words of Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. I started writing to better understand the topics I read about, and also to share my understanding. I hope readers would find my writing helpful in their own journey in life.(Disclaimer: Opinions expressed in these eBooks are my own, formed after reading many different books at different stages in my life, and talking to many different people. Opinions are based on my understanding at the time of writing!)

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      A Spiritual Discourse - Bikram Gill

      A Spiritual Discourse is an English translation of ‘Sidh Gosht’, a discussion between Guru Nanak Dev, founder of Sikhism, and a group of Master Yogis, Siddhas. In the composition the Siddhas ask Guru Nanak Dev spiritual questions, and Guru Nanak Dev answers them. ‘Sidh Gosht’ is part of a larger text, Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, which is the present Guru of the Sikhs.

      The present translation tries to present a literal translation, with a simple and concise presentation, keeping the metaphors intact, wherever possible (although the rhyme of the original text could not be maintained). The main intention of the present translation is to present the meaning of the original text, as per my understanding. Conversational English has been used. Where it is felt that an explanation may help in understanding the meaning of text, brief explanation has been added.

      Table of Contents

      A Spiritual Discourse

      Preface

      Glossary of non-English terms used

      Structure of the text

      Translation

      References and further reading

      About the author

      Glossary of non-English terms used

      Ramkali - Name of a musical scale, in which a particular composition has been written

      Mehala - Refers to the Gurus of the Sikhs, another meaning is a palace (here, it could mean a palace of words)

      Siddhas - One who has attained spiritual realization and supernatural powers

      Guru - Spiritual master and mentor

      Gurmukh - One whose face is turned towards Guru, one who walks the path shown by the Guru. One who is blessed by the Guru

      Manmukh - One whose face is turned towards mind, one who walks the path shown by the ego, and does not have a Guru, spiritual guide or mentor

      Maya - A creation of God. The power that creates the illusions of the world

      Sikh - Student of Truth, seeker of true knowledge

      Yogi - A practitioner of true yoga, which includes physical, mental and spiritual exercises, in quest of union with the absolute

      Sanyasi - ascetic

      Three qualities -

      Tamo - A quality, under influence of which a person commits crime and other immoral activities.

      Sato - A quality, under influence of which a person does good deeds like charity, service.

      Rajo - A quality, under influence of which a person is passionate about worldly achievements.

      Shastras, Simritees, Vedas - sacred religious texts

      Siddhis - miraculous supernatural powers

      Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna - Three primary spiritual nerves in the body, running along the spine.

      Jamkal - messenger of death

      Structure of the text

      n. The translation is presented in normal text, starting with the number of the verse. Non-English words which are defined in the

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