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In [[Sikhism]], [[Simran (Sanskrit word)|simran]] (meditation) and good deeds are both necessary to achieve the devotees Spiritual goals,<ref>{{cite book|last=Sharma|first=Suresh|title=Cultural and Religious Heritage of India: Sikhism|year=2004|publisher=Mittal Publications|isbn=9788170999614|page=7}}</ref> without good deeds meditation is futile. When Sikhs mediate they aim to feel [[Akal|God]]'s presence and immerge in the divine light.<ref>{{cite book|last=Parashar|first=M.|title=Ethics And The Sex-King|year=2005|publisher=AuthorHouse|isbn=9781463458133|page=592}}</ref> It is only God's [[hukam|divine will]] or order that allows a devotee to desire to begin to mediate. [[Guru Nanak]] in the [[Japji Sahib]] [[Nitnem|daily Sikh scripture]] explains, "''Visits to temples, penance, compassion and charity gain you but a sesame seed of credit. It is hearkening to His [[Nāma|Name]], accepting and adoring Him that obtains emancipation by bathing in the shrine of soul. All virtues are Yours, O Lord! I have none; Without good does one can't even mediate.''" [[Japji Sahib]] (Stanza 21).<ref>{{cite book|last=Duggal|first=Kartar|title=The Prescribed Sikh Prayers (Nitnem)|year=1980|publisher=Abhinav Publications|isbn=9788170173779|page=20}}</ref> | In [[Sikhism]], [[Simran (Sanskrit word)|simran]] (meditation) and good deeds are both necessary to achieve the devotees Spiritual goals,<ref>{{cite book|last=Sharma|first=Suresh|title=Cultural and Religious Heritage of India: Sikhism|year=2004|publisher=Mittal Publications|isbn=9788170999614|page=7}}</ref> without good deeds meditation is futile. When Sikhs mediate they aim to feel [[Akal|God]]'s presence and immerge in the divine light.<ref>{{cite book|last=Parashar|first=M.|title=Ethics And The Sex-King|year=2005|publisher=AuthorHouse|isbn=9781463458133|page=592}}</ref> It is only God's [[hukam|divine will]] or order that allows a devotee to desire to begin to mediate. [[Guru Nanak]] in the [[Japji Sahib]] [[Nitnem|daily Sikh scripture]] explains, "''Visits to temples, penance, compassion and charity gain you but a sesame seed of credit. It is hearkening to His [[Nāma|Name]], accepting and adoring Him that obtains emancipation by bathing in the shrine of soul. All virtues are Yours, O Lord! I have none; Without good does one can't even mediate.''" [[Japji Sahib]] (Stanza 21).<ref>{{cite book|last=Duggal|first=Kartar|title=The Prescribed Sikh Prayers (Nitnem)|year=1980|publisher=Abhinav Publications|isbn=9788170173779|page=20}}</ref> | ||
[[Nām Japō|Nām Japnā]] involves focusing one's attention on the names or great attributes of God.<ref>{{cite book|last=Singh|first=Nirbhai|title=Philosophy of Sikhism: Reality and Its Manifestations|year=1990|publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distribution|page=105}}</ref> The practices of Simran and Nām Japnā encourage quiet internal meditation but may be practiced vocally in the [[Sangat (term)|sangat]] (holy congregation). Sikhs believe that there are 10 'gates' to the body, 9 visible holes ( | [[Nām Japō|Nām Japnā]] involves focusing one's attention on the names or great attributes of God.<ref>{{cite book|last=Singh|first=Nirbhai|title=Philosophy of Sikhism: Reality and Its Manifestations|year=1990|publisher=Atlantic Publishers & Distribution|page=105}}</ref> The practices of Simran and Nām Japnā encourage quiet internal meditation but may be practiced vocally in the [[Sangat (term)|sangat]] (holy congregation). Sikhs believe that there are 10 'gates' to the body, 9 visible holes (e.g. nose holes, ears holes, mouth, belly button, etc.) and the 10th invisible hole. The 10th invisible hole is the top most energy level is called the tenth gate or Dasam Duaar. When one reaches this stage through continuous practice meditation becomes a habit that continues whilst walking, talking, eating, awake and even sleeping. There is a distinct taste or flavour when a meditator reaches this lofty stage of meditation, and experiences absolute peace and tranquility inside and outside the body. | ||
Followers of the Sikh religion also believe that love comes through meditation on the lord's name since meditation only conjures up positive emotions in oneself which are portrayed through our actions. The first Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Nanak Dev Ji preached the equality of all humankind and stressed the importance of living a householder's life instead of wandering around jungles meditating, the latter of which being a popular practice at the time. The Guru preached that we can obtain liberation from life and death by living a totally normal family life and by spreading love amongst every human being regardless of religion. | Followers of the Sikh religion also believe that love comes through meditation on the lord's name since meditation only conjures up positive emotions in oneself which are portrayed through our actions. The first Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Nanak Dev Ji preached the equality of all humankind and stressed the importance of living a householder's life instead of wandering around jungles meditating, the latter of which being a popular practice at the time. The Guru preached that we can obtain liberation from life and death by living a totally normal family life and by spreading love amongst every human being regardless of religion. | ||