JAAP SAHIB
Jaap Sahib is the second bani of the five read in the daily morning routine of a Sikh and it is written by Guru Gobind Singh Ji. This Bani is the opening Bani of Dasam Granth Sahib Ji. It contains 199 rhythmic verses and all the verses salute God.
Guru Gobind Singh Jiโs great poetic skills are realised by reading this prayer. The language of Jaap is close to classical with words and compounds drawn from Sanskrit, Brij Bhasha, Arabic and Urdu. Most of the verses point to the fact that one can only describe God by describing what God is not. This Bani is truly divine.
Gursikhs in battle were encouraged to recite Jaap Sahib, whilst horse riding and fighting, because of how rhythmic it was and the sound of Jaap Sahib also rouses the soul and awakens the self being.
Recite it when your position is endangered, or when your authoritative personality is weak. This Bani brings grace and greatness. It will give you strength and steadfastness.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji Says In Jaap Sahib, Dhukaalang pranasse dhayalang saroopay
Salutation to Thee O Destroyer of hard times and Embodiment of The Mercy Lord!
Sadha ang sangay abhangang bhibhoothay
Salutation to thee, O Ever present with all, Indestructible and Glorious Lord! 199.
Vaheguroo!
