Sacred Texts of Sikhism: Guru Granth Sahib and Sikh Scriptures
Summary: This page provides scholarly access to the sacred texts and scriptures of Sikhism, the monotheistic religion founded by Guru Nanak in the 15th century. Readers will find the complete translation of the Guru Granth Sahib (also known as the Adi Granth), the primary scripture of Sikhism, alongside historical and philosophical texts including Max Arthur MacAuliffe's comprehensive work on Sikh gurus and biographies of Guru Nanak. The collection also includes the Japji, a foundational devotional composition recited daily by Sikhs.
An Overview of Sikhism and the Guru Granth Sahib This page introduces the origins, history, and core teachings of Sikhism, beginning with Guru Nanak and the line of ten Gurus who shaped the tradition’s doctrine, institutions, and community life. It explains how the Guru Granth Sahib was compiled, expanded, and ultimately established as the eternal Guru and central scripture of Sikhism
The Guru Granth Sahib - The Holy Book Of The Sikhs Like the Bible of Christianity, the Vedas of Hinduism or the Koran of Islam, the Guru Granth Sahib, also known as the Adi Granth, is the main scripture of Sikhism. Find here the complete translation.
The Sikh Religion Its Gurus, Volume 1 by Max Arthur MacAuliffe [1909] Detailed information on the historical and philosophical background of Sikhism.
The Sikh Religion Its Gurus, Life Of Guru Nanak A biographical account of the life and deeds of Guru Nanak, the early influences, and how he founded Sikhism.
Divine Services By Guru Nanak And Other Gurus - JapjiThe Japji is considered by the Sikhs a key to their sacred volume and an epitome of its doctrines. It is silently repeated by the Sikhs early in the morning. Every Sikh must have it by heart, otherwise he is not deemed orthodox. It is the duty of all Sikhs, even if they cannot read, to have themselves taught this eat morning divine service. The composition appears to have been the work of Guru Nânak in advanced age.
Source: The English translation of the Guru Granth Sahib is by Dr. Sant Singh Khalsa. This translation has been released into the public domain and is reproduced here for educational and spiritual study. The text has been organized and reformatted by Jayaram V for Hinduwebsite.com