Times Music presents the fourth part in the 'Religions of India' series - 'Sikhism'
MUMBAI: How well do you know your religion? Do you often find yourself questioning your faith? Times Music presents a comprehensive guide to the Sikh religion. �Sikhism', the album, takes excerpts from various Sikh scriptures and elaborates on the Sikh culture, texts, chants, and practices. The album consists of renditions by Guru Nanak Dev, Kabir, & Guru Gobind Singh and also the hymns of Guru Gobind Singh. The album is composed and produced by Mohinderjit Singh.
Sikhism, the fifth-largest religion in the world, is a beautiful religion embodying peace, love, mutual respect, and rightful living. Originated from the Sanskrit word �Sisya' meaning disciple or follower, Sikhism was founded by Guru Nanak in Punjab, and its teachings and philosophies were further evolved by enlightened gurus Sikhism doesn't advocate the concept of �god-fearing' and instead stresses on a spiritual union with God. Vehemently against any kind of discrimination, Sikhism inculcates the values of equality among its followers and empowers them with the righteousness necessary for a content life The three essential duties that a follower must perform are �Nam japna', �Kirt karna', and �Vand Chhakna', which refer to �Chanting God's name', �Earning an honest living', and �sharing one's earnings with others (charity), respectively. Although practiced predominantly by Sikhs, Sikhism comprises values and teachings which are applicable to humanity in general.
This Guru Nanak Jayanti, let's celebrate the spirit of Sikhism with these soul-stirring hymns; symbolized by Ek Om Kar, referring to the oneness of God, who is without a beginning or end, Sikhism is an all-embracing religion.
The music director of Sikhism Mohinderjit Singh wanted to promulgate the message of the tenth Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh through an album of hymns. Says Mohinderjit Singh, I read a book called Yug Purush on the life of Guru Gobind Singh more than two decades ago and it changed my life
So enamoured was Mohinderjit Singh reading the hymns that he decided to compose them with sheer devotion and present them to the people
At 71, music virtuoso Mohinderjit Singh has one zealous desire – to spread the message of the tenth Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh through an album that he has been diligently working for more than two decades.
