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Asa Ki Vaar: Ballad of Hope | Guru Granth Sahib Ji | New English Translation

Asa Ki Vaar: Ballad of Hope | Guru Granth Sahib Ji | New English Translation This long-form Gurbani translation video features the sacred Asa Di Vaar, presented in full Kirtan with poetic English subtitles for modern listeners. Ideal for morning listening, reflection, or personal spiritual practice, this 2.5-hour journey invites you to sit with the original Gurmukhi while absorbing heart-centered, accessible translations. Raag Asa evokes a dawn-like energy, hopeful, direct, and spiritually awakening. It sings of devotion through discipline, and longing through awareness. Hello everyone, though this was lengthy, almost reaching 900 pages, it was an incredibly enjoyable experience, and I’m grateful I was able to complete it. It was wonderful to come across the writings of Mehla 2: Guru Angad Dev Ji, as it's not something one encounters so often. This rendition was sung by Bhai Bakshish Singh Ji Ragi (1933-1990) inside Raamdaspur Sahib Darbar, recorded in the 1970’s. Truly one of the best, he stands as a testament to what it means to be a Gursikh, letting the wisdom “gyan” of the hymn “Shabad” flow through him as he effortlessly recites from memory the vast repertoire of the Guru Granth Sahib. Recital: Bhai Bakshish Singh Ji Ragi (Patiala) Writers: Guru Nanak, Guru Angad, Guru Ram Das, Guru Arjan Translations: Brother of Heaven Raag: Aasaa, Soohee, Siree Raag, Basant, Prabhaatee, Bilaaval ⭐️ If you’d like to support my journey, here’s my donation link: https://ko-fi.com/brotherofheaven. But truly, liking, sharing, or subscribing means just as much to me. Thank you for being here!" Okay so, Asa Ki Vaar, also referred to as Mehla Pehla Vaar - can be translated as the "Ballad of Asa (Raga) Invoking Hope for Liberation." While many today write it as "Asa Di Vaar," this reflects the usage of "Di" in modern Punjabi to mean "of." However, in older or more formal Punjabi, "Ki" was used to express possession. Given the sacred nature of Bani and the historical context, it seems appropriate to use the scripturally accurate possessive term, "Ki." Composed in Raag Asa, a musical scale that evokes a sense of longing and hope, this melody creates a devotional and meditative atmosphere. Within this Raag, Guru Nanak expresses not only his personal hope but also encourages others to align themselves to receiving divine grace through using his code of conduct (Rehat Maryada) to experience this liberation. Which is why the title "Ballad of Hope" is so fitting. Ultimately, Guru Nanak envisions a transformation where humans can become what he describes as "Devta" Divine beings or what I like to call God Actualised beings. The Vaar has 24 Pauris which translates to stanzas/ steps to high consciousness. They carry the core message of the Vaar/ Ballad. So each of the 24 has a distinct thematic focus related to spirituality, morality, the rejection of ego, and divine grace. Sloks (verses) are short, poetic, couplets or stanzas that precede each Pauri or sometimes appear in between. They often elaborate on or complement the theme of the following Pauri. In the case of Asa Ki Vaar, these Sloks are authored primarily by Mehla 1: Guru Nanak Dev Ji, and some by Mehla 2: Guru Angad Dev Ji. They are moral instructions, reflections on spiritual truths, and critiques of social issues like hypocrisy, materialism, and ego. Example Structure of Asa Di Vaar: 1. Slok(s) 2. Pauri 1 3. Slok(s) 4. Pauri 2 5. Slok(s), and so on until Pauri 24. The Vaar is also concluded with a final set of Sloks, often offering a closing reflection on the teachings presented throughout the composition. While engaging in self-inquiry… as remember, that’s what this journey is truly about - many of us based on our upbringing, habits and beliefs to approach life and as an effect the Guru's Bani like a checklist, using it to satisfy the ego. It becomes just another task to check off, giving a fleeting sense of accomplishment. But that’s a clear sign of seeking external validation. As a Sikh, you are a student of the Self, you learn, apply, grow and the Gurus: Nanak, Angad, and the Guru Granth Sahib, are guides to help you discover your Guru, the True Teacher, who is omnipresent but found within you in a state of truthfulness. This is why righteous living is so important, you strengthen your connection to God, the Truth of All. It can be helpful to have a spiritual guide, or a friend group of holy spiritual beings (sadhsangat) along the way, but ultimately, only you know you know your Self best. This work is internal, it’s the law of freewill - no one can do it for you. You, you, you. #sikh #waheguru #gurbanikirtan