Ardas — Word-by-Word Meaning
ਅਰਦਾਸ
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Origin & History
Source: Sikh tradition; opening by Guru Gobind Singh Ji (Var Sri Bhagauti Ji)
Author: Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Sikh tradition
Period: 18th century onward
The Ardas grew into the Sikh community’s shared prayer of remembrance and request. Its opening invocation is from Guru Gobind Singh Ji; the body recalls the Gurus and the Sikhs’ sacrifices, and the close commits the whole of humanity to God’s blessing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ardas?▼
The Ardas is the formal Sikh supplication recited standing at the end of prayers and ceremonies, remembering the Gurus and placing one’s requests before Waheguru.
How does the Ardas begin and end?▼
It begins with “Pritham Bhagauti” by Guru Gobind Singh Ji and ends praying for the welfare of all — “Nanak naam chardi kala, tere bhane sarbat da bhala.”
When is Ardas performed?▼
At the conclusion of almost every Sikh prayer, kirtan and ceremony, and before undertaking anything important.
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