Sodar

Sikh sacred hymns

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The term "Sodar" refers to a collection of nine hymns within the Adi Granth, the primary sacred scripture of Sikhism. These hymns are sung by devout Sikhs at sundown each day as part of their daily prayers and devotional practices. The Adi Granth itself is a compilation of nearly 6,000 hymns from the Sikh Gurus and various saints, organized according to musical modes called ragas. It is considered the living Guru by Sikhs and is central to worship in Sikh temples, known as gurdwaras. The practice of gathering to sing these sacred compositions, known as Satsang, is a fundamental aspect of Sikh community life, dating back to the first Guru, Nanak.123

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The Adi Granth and the Dasam Granth
The nine hymns of the Sodar (“Gate”) collection are sung by devout Sikhs at sundown each day. Finally, there is the Kirtan Sohila, a group of five hymns sung immediately before retiring for the night. Hymns that are recorded in this liturgical section also appear elsewhere in the Adi Granth.
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The nine hymns of the Sodar (“Gate”) collection are sung by devout Sikhs at sundown each day. Finally, there is the Kirtan Sohila, a group of five hymns sung immediately before retiring for the night. Hymns that are recorded in this liturgical section also appear elsewhere in the Adi Granth.
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