Tav Prasad Savaiye — Word-by-Word Meaning
ਤ੍ਵ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦਿ ਸਵੱਯੇ
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Origin & History
Source: Dasam Granth (Akal Ustat)
Author: Guru Gobind Singh Ji
Period: 17th–18th century CE
These ten savaiyas, drawn from Akal Ustat, are recited every morning by Sikhs. They dismiss reliance on outward religiosity and call the seeker to recognise and love the one all-pervading Lord.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tav Prasad Savaiye mean?▼
“Tav Prasad” means “by Your Grace”. The bani teaches that it is only by God’s grace and true devotion — not rituals or austerities — that one is saved.
Who wrote Tav Prasad Savaiye?▼
It was composed by Guru Gobind Singh Ji and is part of the Dasam Granth and the daily morning Nitnem.
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