Jap Sahib : Way to God in Sikhism - Book 3

About the Book

Sikhism is the youngest of the major world religions and the most modern and egalitarian in its practise. The scriptural authority for its followers is the ‘Gurbani’ in the Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Jap Sahib is the quintessential ‘bani’ and the key to the philosophy expounded by the Gurus. Jap Sahib: Way to God in Sikhism by Maneshwar S. Chahal is a unique presentation in that, before offering well-reasoned conclusions, it puts forth many points of view and not just any single interpretation of the verses. It will help the lay reader easily understand the Guru’s message and offer the scholar ready material for deeper study of this vast subject. Serves as a guide for spiritual teaching. Addresses the fundamental questions of human existence. Seek guidance from its teachings. Promotes the idea of finding the divine within oneself and experiencing the presence of God in all aspects of life. Celebrates diversity and encourages the acceptance of different religious and cultural perspectives.

About the Author
An engineer by training, Maneshwar S. Chahal has served in the IAS in Punjab and in the Central Government. His illustrious career has seen him serve as CMD of a public sector bank, and he was also a member of the Punjab State Human Rights Commission. He admits that literature is his first love and, in all probability, his true calling. A voracious reader all his life, he also has a few short stories to his credit. The study of spiritual literature, especially that relating to the Sikh religion, has been his passion. He has to his credit now three books in the series 'Way to God in Sikhism.'