Introduction

Aarti is a very sacred and heart-touching ritual dedicated to the founder and first Guru of Sikhism, Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Through Aarti, we celebrate the divinity of Guru Nanak Dev, remember his teachings, and seek his blessings. Let us try to know in detail the importance of Guru Nanak Ji’s Aarti, its method and the stories related to it.

Aarti lyrics

श्री गुरु नानक देव आरती ॥धनासरी महला १ आरती ੴ सतिगुर प्रसादि ॥
गगन मै थालु रवि चंदु दीपक
बने तारिका मंडल जनक मोती ॥

धूपु मल आनलो पवणु चवरो करे
सगल बनराइ फूलंत जोती ॥

कैसी आरती होइ भव खंडना तेरी आरती ॥
अनहता सबद वाजंत भेरी रहाउ ॥

सहस तव नैन नन नैन है तोहि कउ
सहसमूरति नना एक तोही ॥

सहस पद बिमल नन एक पद गंध बिनु
सहसतव गंध इव चलत मोही ॥

सभ महि जोति जोति है सोइ ॥
तिस कै चानणि सभ महि चानणु होइ ॥

गुर साखी जोति परगटु होइ ॥
जो तिसु भावै सु आरती होइ ॥

हरि चरण कमल मकरंद लोभित मनो
अनदिनो मोहि आही पिआसा ॥

कृपा जलु देहि नानक सारिंग
कउ होइ जा ते तेरै नामि वासा ॥

गगन मै थालु, रवि चंदु दीपक बने,
तारका मंडल, जनक मोती।
धूपु मलआनलो, पवण चवरो करे,
सगल बनराइ फुलन्त जोति॥
कैसी आरती होइ॥
भवखंडना तेरी आरती॥
अनहत सबद बाजंत भेरी॥

Importance of Guru Nanak Ji’s Aarti

Practicing Aarti is a beautiful way of expressing love and devotion towards the Guru. While performing the Aarti of Guru Nanak Dev, we remember his wisdom, compassion and dedication to human welfare. This aarti highlights the essence of the Guru’s teachings and inspires us to follow the path shown by him.

How to perform Aarti of Guru Nanak Dev Ji?

Aarti of Guru Nanak Dev Ji can be done any time in the morning or evening. This ritual connects us to peace and is a great way to start our day (or end the day) on a spiritual note.

Worship material:

• Picture or statue of Guru Nanak Dev Ji
• incense sticks or incense sticks
• Deepak (oil or ghee lamp)
• fresh flowers
• Kapoor
• Prasad (sweets or fruits)

Method of performing Aarti:

1. Light a lamp and place it in front of the picture or idol of Guru Nanak Ji.
2. Light incense sticks or incense and let the aroma fill the puja place.
3. Offer fresh flowers to the picture/murti of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
4. Keep some prasad and camphor in the plate.
5. Sing or play Aarti while ringing the bell.
6. At the end of the puja, pray to Guru Nanak Dev Ji for his continued blessings.

Story related to Guru Nanak ji’s aarti

It is believed that one day Guru Nanak Dev Ji chose a place to rest for the night. While he was sleeping, the pillow of his head was placed on a pebble. A local Chaudhary saw this situation and brought Guru ji to his palace. However, in the middle of the night, the palace collapsed. When Chaudhary saw Guru Nanak Dev Ji safe and sound in the ruins of the palace, he was amazed by his divinity. It is believed that since then devotees started expressing their love and devotion towards Gurunanak Dev Ji by singing Aarti.

Benefits of performing Aarti of Guru Nanak Ji

• The mind gets peace:  The melodious hymn of Guru Nanak Ji’s Aarti brings peace and stability to the mind.
• Increases spiritual connection:  This ritual connects us with the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, enhancing our spiritual growth.
• Brings Positivity and Blessings:  Aarti is considered auspicious and is believe to bring positive energy to our homes and attract the blessings of the Guru.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Is there any special time to perform this aarti?  Gurunanak Ji’s Aarti can be performe anytime, although morning and evening are considere the best time for it.
• What items are required for Aarti?  Some of the essential items for Aarti are the image/murti of Gurunanak Dev Ji, lamp, incense sticks or incense, fresh flowers, prasad, and camphor.

Summary

Guru Nanak Ji’s Aarti is a deep act of reverence and respect. Connecting us to the divine light of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Aarti inspires us on the path of true devotion and spiritual path.