In this revisiting of Sabad of the Month we explore the meaning of symbolism in the Guru Granth Sahib.

Original Sabad recited by Parminder Kaur Chanana, and hosted by Manpreet Jassal with Creative Director Inni Kaur.

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Sabad

If I were to become a doe, 
dwelling in the forest, picking and eating grass and plants.
If I were to meet Husband-Divine by Guru’s Grace, 
I would continuously adore You, 
O! Breath of Breath, O! Life of Life.
I am a trader of the Charmer-Divine,
Your Nam is the merchandise and the trade, indeed! 1. Reflect.
If I were to become a koel* dwelling on a mango tree, 
I would reflect intuitively on Sabad.
If I were to meet my Husband-Divine naturally and intuitively, 
I would see the vision and the form of the Infinite. 2.
If I were to become a fish, dwelling in the Water-Divine, 
I would be in the domain of ‘The One’ who takes care of all life-forms.
I would meet my Husband-Divine with open arms who dwells all around. 3.
If I were to become a serpent, dwelling in the ground, 
I would become fear-free as Sabad dwells within.
Nanak: Those whose light merges with the Light become bride-lovers forever. 4.

Guru Nanak Sahib, Gauri Bairagan Rag | Guru Granth Sahib 157

Featuring:

Inni Kaur

Manpreet Singh Jassal

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