Hukmnama, Golden Temple, Amritsar (Nov 13, 2023)
ਰਾਮਕਲੀ ਮਹਲਾ ੪ ॥
*Raamkalee, Fourth Mehl:*
(The fourth Guru in the Raamkalee musical measure shares his spiritual insights.)
🎶 ਰਾਮ ਜਨਾ ਮਿਲਿ ਭਇਆ ਅਨੰਦਾ ਹਰਿ ਨੀਕੀ ਕਥਾ ਸੁਨਾਇ ॥
*Meeting with the people of the Lord, I am ecstatic; they preach the sublime sermon of the Lord.*
(In the company of the devout, immense joy is found; they share the profound teachings of the Divine.)
💠 ਦੁਰਮਤਿ ਮੈਲੁ ਗਈ ਸਭ ਨੀਕਲਿ ਸਤਸੰਗਤਿ ਮਿਲਿ ਬੁਧਿ ਪਾਇ ॥੧॥
*The filth of evil-mindedness is totally washed away; by joining the company of the faithful, one is blessed with understanding. ||1||*
(Engaging with the faithful cleanses the mind of negative thoughts, granting wisdom and clarity.)
🌟 ਰਾਮ ਜਨ ਗੁਰਮਤਿ ਰਾਮੁ ਬੋਲਾਇ ॥
*O humble servant of the Lord, follow the Guru’s Teachings and chant the Name of the Lord.*
(Devotees are urged to adhere to the Guru’s teachings and recite the Divine Name.)
✨ ਜੋ ਜੋ ਸੁਣੈ ਕਹੈ ਸੋ ਮੁਕਤਾ ਰਾਮ ਜਪਤ ਸੋਹਾਇ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥
*Whoever hears and speaks it is liberated; chanting the Lord’s Name, one is embellished with beauty. ||1||Pause||*
(Those who hear and repeat the Divine Name find liberation; in its recitation, they are adorned with spiritual beauty.)
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Review:
The Shabad delves into the transformative effects of spiritual companionship and the practice of chanting the Divine Name on one’s mental and emotional state. It underscores the cleansing of the mind from negative thoughts and the gaining of wisdom through the company of the devout, highlighting a significant link between one’s surroundings and inner wellbeing. This aspect mirrors the broader human experience where the environment and practices we engage in play a crucial role in shaping our mental peace and understanding. The narrative reinforces the idea that spiritual activities, such as chanting and being in the company of like-minded individuals, can have a profound impact on our mental state, offering a pathway to tranquility and inner clarity.