Week 6 · Gurbani by meaning · Day 41
Nitnem — daily prayers, daily roots
Nitnem means “daily routine” — it is the set of Gurbani prayers that Sikhs recite each morning, evening and night to stay connected to Waheguru throughout the day. The anchor of the morning Nitnem is Japji Sahib, begun at the amrit vela, the peaceful hours before dawn. Guru Nanak Dev Ji teaches that this time — before the noise of the day begins — is the best time to meditate on the True Name. Like roots that hold a tree steady in wind and rain, Nitnem roots a Sikh in Waheguru’s presence no matter what the day brings.
Nitnem is the daily routine of prayers — morning, evening and night — that keeps a Sikh grounded in Waheguru all day long.
Watch together Guru Har Rai Sahib — Gurbani Will Melt Into Wisdom ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤ ਵੇਲਾ ਸਚੁ ਨਾਉ; ਵਡਿਆਈ ਵੀਚਾਰੁ ॥
Amrit velaa sach naau; vadi-aa-ee veechaar
“In the early hours of the morning, meditate on the True Name and reflect on the greatness of the Creator.”
Ask: 'Why do you think Sikhs pray three times a day — morning, evening and night? What is the benefit of having a daily routine?'
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