Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Bandgi Nama
Sardar Raghbir Singh Bir's Bandgi Nama, originally written in Panjabi, has provided spiritual solace and enlightenment for the Sikhs for many years. It has now been translated into English with a view to making it available to non-Punjabi-speaking readers who are interested in religious issues. Although the book is an outstanding interpretation of Sikhism, it is not at all sectarian in outlook, and the followers of other religions can profit by reading it and using it as a guide for progress in their spiritual journey.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 📘 Title | Bandgi Nama |
| ✍️ Author | Sardar Raghbir Singh Bir |
| 🏢 Publisher | The Atam Science Trust, Delhi |
| 🌐 Language | Punjabi (Gurmukhi) & English |
| 📄 Format | PDF (eBook) |
| 📦 File Size | Approx. 8 MB (Original) 1 MB (English) |
| 📑 Pages | Original: ~346 | English Translation: ~190 |
2. 👤 About the Author—Sardar Raghbir Singh Bir
Sardar Raghbir Singh Bir (born in 1896) was a Sikh poet and thinker, admired for his beautiful work Bandgi Nama. Since he was a child, his grandmother directed him to meditate on God and devoted his life to spiritual practice, even when he was a householder.
After finishing at Khalsa College in Amritsar, he made a name for himself through his poetic and devotional works. At the end of 1940, he started the Atam Science Trust in Calcutta to increase education about Sikh spirituality and published a monthly magazine called Atam Science.
By sharing Bandgi Nama, written in Punjabi (Gurmukhi) and then translated into English, Sardar Raghbir Singh reveals his own spiritual stories and thoughts on Simran as well as his wide knowledge of Guru Granth Sahib. The teachings he left behind are still valuable for those who want to realize themselves.
From 1968 until his death in 1974, he was at Dagshai, occupied with meditation, helping others, and working on writings.
3. 📘 What is Bandgi Nama?
The text Bandgi Nama, written by Sardar Raghbir Singh Bir, was influenced by the author’s own meditation journeys. While being composed at midnight, the book provides insights on Simran, self-clearance, and spiritual progress.
Bandgi Nama was first written in Punjabi (in Gurmukhi script) and is now often referred to as a guide for spiritual seekers just starting on their path. To help more people benefit from its depth, the main ideas have been converted into English, staying true to the originality.
Many references from Sri Guru Granth Sahib—printed in Roman characters—strengthen and confirm the spiritual insight shared by the author. It is a result of Sardar Raghbir Singh Bir’s own growth through high morals, hard work, and devotion to God, honoring Guru Nanak’s key principles.
- Ardaas (prayer)
- Sharam (effort)
- Getting together with a group to share the event (Aap Jape Avra Naam Japaave)
Bandgi Nama is a book as well as a source of spiritual guidance, encouraging readers to follow the path of faith sincerely and conscientiously.
4. Quotes / Highlights
5. Gurbani References in Bandgi Nama
ਜਿਸਕਾ ਪਿਤਾ ਤੂਹੈ ਮੇਰੇ ਸੁਆਮੀ ਤਿਸੁ ਬਾਰਿਕ ਭੂਖ ਕੈਸੀ ॥
ਨਵਨਿਧਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਨਿਧਾਨੁ ਗ੍ਰਿਹਿ ਤੇਰੈ ਮਨਿ ਬਾਂਛੈ ਸੋ ਲੈਸੀ ॥੩॥
ਪਿਤਾ ਕ੍ਰਿਪਾਲਿ ਆਗਿਆ ਇਹ ਦੀਨੀ ਬਾਰਿਕੁ ਮੁਖਿ ਮਾਂਗੈ ਸੋ ਦੇਨਾ ॥
ਨਾਨਕ ਬਾਰਿਕੁ ਦਰਸੁ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਚਾਹੈ ਮੋਹਿ ਹ੍ਰਿਦੈ ਬਸਹਿ ਨਿਤ ਚਰਨਾ ॥੪॥੨॥ - Guru Arjan Dev Ji {1266}
ਧਨ ਪਿਰ ਕਾ ਇਕ ਹੀ ਸੰਗਿ ਵਾਸਾ ਵਿਚਿ ਹਉਮੈ ਭੀਤਿ ਕਰਾਰੀ ॥
ਗੁਰਿ ਪੂਰੈ ਹਉਮੈ ਭੀਤਿ ਤੋਰੀ ਜਨ ਨਾਨਕ ਮਿਲੇ ਬਨਵਾਰੀ ॥੪॥੧॥ - Guru Ramdas Ji {1262}
ਮਾਰੂ ਮਹਲਾ ੫ ॥
ਬਿਰਖੈ ਹੇਠਿ ਸਭਿ ਜੰਤ ਇਕਠੇ ॥
ਇਕਿ ਤਤੇ ਇਕਿ ਬੋਲਨਿ ਮਿਠੇ ॥
ਅਸਤੁ ਉਦੋਤੁ ਭਇਆ ਉਠਿ ਚਲੇ ਜਿਉ ਜਿਉ ਅਉਧ ਵਿਹਾਣੀਆ ॥੧॥ - Guru Arjan Dev Ji {1019}
6. Index of Book - Chapters
- ਭੂਮਿਕਾ
- ਸਿੱਖ
- ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ
- ਸੰਗਤ
- ਅਰਦਾਸ
- ਸਿਮਰਨ
- ਗਿਆਨ
- ਸਿਦਕ
- ਹਉਮੈ
- ਨਿਰਮਾਣਤਾ
- ਤਿਆਗ
- ਕਰਾਮਾਤ
- ਸਮਾਧ
- ਜੋਤੀ ਜੋਤਿ
- ਆਪੇ ਆਪ
- ਅਰਦਾਸ, ਸਿਮਰਨ ਅਤੇ ਗਿਆਨ ਦਾ ਸਬੰਧ
- ਪਾਪ
- ਬੀਮਾਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਦੇਹ ਅਰੋਗਤਾ
- ਸੱਪ ਦੀ ਪੁੱਛਲ
- ਪੇਕੇ-ਸਹੁਰੇ
- ਸੱਚੇ ਸ਼ੰਕੇ
- ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਦੀ ਕਿਰਪਾ
- ਹਊਆ
- ਗੁਰੂ
- ਸਿਮਰਨ ਅਭਿਆਸੀ ਦੀ ਖ਼ੁਰਾਕ
- ਕਮਜ਼ੋਰੀਆਂ
- ਗੁਰੂ ਦੀ ਪੂਜਾ
- ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਵਿਚ ਸ੍ਵੈ-ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਖਿਆਲ
- ਗੁਰਮੁੱਖ ਤੇ ਮਨਮੁੱਖ
- ਭਾਣਾ
- ਸੁਸਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਕਾਹਲੀ
- ਸਿਖ ਅਤੇ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਦੇ ਕਈ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ
- ਜਾਨਣਾ ਤੇ ਪਾਵਣਾ
