Surat Shabd Simran is a type of spiritual meditation in the Sant Mat tradition.
52-587: Radha Soami Satsang Beas is a spiritual organisation in Radha Soami movement. It is headed by Jasdeep Singh Gill. The main centre of Radha Soami Satsang Beas is located on the banks of the Beas River in the northern Indian state of Punjab . Radha Soami Satsang Beas was founded in India in 1891 by Jaimal Singh . Shiv Dayal Singh gave initiation to Baba Jaimal Singh in 1856, who then started meditating for many days on
104-430: A Persian language translator, left that role and spent increasing amount of his time to religious pursuits. He was influenced by the teachings of Tulsi Sahib of Hathras, who taught Surat Shabd Yoga (which is defined by Radha Soami teachers as “union of the soul with the divine, inner sound”); guru bhakti (“devotion to the master”); and high moral living, including a strict lacto-vegetarian diet. He accompanied Tulsi Saheb
156-637: A disciple of the Beas master, Sawan Singh , became popular in the United States under the leadership of Thakar Singh . The Ruhani Satsang followed by the Sawan Kirpal Ruhani Mission and its international organization Science of Spirituality (SOS), founded by Kipral Singh's son. Other Radha Soami subtraditions and groups that have garnered a significant following include Manavta Mandir , established by Baba Faqir Chand in 1962 at Hoshiarpur in
208-527: A large memorial tomb is being built to honor the movement founder, and administered by the Central Administrative Council which established by second successor Maharaj Saheb in 1902. The second center is Peepal Mandi, which was founded by Rai Salig Ram who was then succeeded by his son, grandson, and currently his great-grandson, Agam Prasad Mathur. And the largest of the Agra-based branches
260-536: A large proliferation of various masters and satsangs (“fellowships”) throughout India that were regarded by their followers to be the true manifestations of Shiv Dayal Singh and his teachings, described as Sant Mat (“the path of the saints”). The masters gave birth to over 20 lineages ( guru-shishya traditions ), most of which already disappeared. The most famous living branches are Radha Soami Satsang Soami Bagh Agra, Radha Soami Satsang Beas , Radha Soami Satsang Dayalbagh , and Ruhani Satsang . The largest branch
312-598: A lot. He did not take initiation from him, however. The founding date of the movement is considered to be 1861 when Shiv Dayal Singh began publicly to give discourses. Param Purush Puran Dhani Soamiji Maharaj ( Shiv Dayal Singh ) , the Incarnation of Radhasoami Dayal, Who declared Satang open to all by a proclamation 150 years ago (Basant Panchami,1861), became the Primal Founder of the Radhasoami Faith. But even from
364-500: A similar form of active meditation called spiritual exercises . This movement uses the Sound Current and ancient Sanskrit tones in order to traverse and return to the higher realms of Spirit and into God. The MasterPath is another contemporary American movement of Surat Shabda Yoga. Gary Olsen, the current Living Master of this branch, contends that several historical figures are Sat Gurus of Surat Shabda Yoga as representatives for
416-492: A spiritual guru from Hathras named Tulsi Sahib . Shiv Dayal Singh was influenced by the teachings of Tulsi Sahib, who taught Surat Shabd Yog (which is defined by Radha Soami teachers as “union of the soul with the divine, inner sound”); guru bhakti (“devotion to the master”); and high moral living, including a strict lacto-vegetarian diet. Shiv Dayal Singh frequently accompanied Tulsi Saheb, but did not take initiation from him. The movement does not promote celibacy, and most of
468-550: Is Radhasoami Satsang Dayalbagh with center at Dayalbagh , which is located across the street from Soami Bagh. This branch was founded in 1907 at Ghazipur by Kamta Prasad Sinha and in 1913 the headquarters were moved to Agra, it has flourished under the following leadership of Anand Sarup , Gurcharandas Mehta , Dr. M.B. Lal Sahab , and most recently as of this date Prof. Prem Saran Satsangi . The Ruhani Satsang ( a.k.a. Kirpal Light Satsang) in Delhi, founded by Kirpal Singh ,
520-691: Is an integral part of various other traditions as well, such as being a form of the advanced thogal practice in the Tibetan Dzogchen lineage, and is mentioned by H. P. Blavatsky , founder of the Theosophical Society in her book "The Voice of the Silence". The form of Surat Shabd Yoga, practiced by followers of Sant Mat and the Sikh tradition ( nanakpanthi ), is most commonly related to nāda yoga . Furthermore, nāda yoga resembles and combines elements from
572-498: Is believed to result in jivan moksha/mukti , which is liberation/release from samsara and positivity in the cycle of karma and reincarnation . Initiation by a contemporary living Satguru (Sat - true, Guru - teacher) is considered a prerequisite for successful sadhana (spiritual exercises). The sadhanas include simran (repetition, particularly silent repetition of a mantra given at initiation), dhyan (concentration, viewing, or contemplation, particularly on
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#1733093149752624-507: Is considered the movement leader in the 20th century. He came to an isolated cave of Kuppaghat, Bhagalpur (Bihar, India) and practiced Surat-Shabda Yoga from March 1933 - November 1934. He achieved self-realization and attained ultimate salvation during his practice. He wrote books "Moksha-Darshan (Philosophy of Salvation), "Satsang-Yoga", "Shri Gita-Yoga Prakash", "Raamcharit Maanas Saar-Satik", "Maharshi-Mehi-Padaawali" and "Maharshi-Mehi-Padawaali". The Radha Soami movement of Surat Shabda Yoga
676-586: Is equivalent to experiencing the incarnation of the Satguru , the guru is identified as the Radha Soami. The Radha Soami tradition can be traced back to the spiritual master Shiv Dayal Singh (honorifically titled Soami Ji Maharaj) who was born on August 25, 1818, in the north Indian city of Agra . His parents were followers of Guru Nanak of Sikhism and a spiritual guru Tulsi Saheb from Hathras . After completing his education, Shiv Dayal Singh gained employment as
728-623: Is the Radha Soami Satsang Beas (RSSB) with the headquarters in Beas City , established by one of Shiv Dayal Singh 's disciples, Jaimal Singh , in the North Indian state of Punjab in the 1891, who practised Surat Shabd Yoga on the bank of river Beas . The Beas has grown enormously over the decades under the guiding hands of each subsequent successor (from Sawan Singh to Sardar Bahadur Maharaj Jagat Singh and Maharaj Charan Singh to
780-571: The Sants or 'Saints', The Journey of Soul, and The Yoga of the Sound Current. Surat Shabda Yoga is for the discovery of True Self ( Self-Realization ), True Essence ( Spirit-Realization ), and True Divinity ( God-Realization ) while living in the human physical body. This involves reuniting in stages with what is called the "Essence of the Absolute Supreme Being", also known as the "Shabd or Word". Attaining this extent of self-realization
832-1003: The Contemporary Sant Mat movements article. Sant Kirpal Singh , a contemporary Sant Mat guru , stated that "Naam" ("Word") has been described in many traditions through the use of several different terms. In his teachings, the following expressions are interpreted as being identical to "Naam": The more recently promulgated Quan Yin Method of meditation espoused via the spiritual teachings of Supreme Master Ching Hai has notable similarities to Surat Shabd Yoga. Eckankar , an American movement, has many links to Surat Shabd Yoga including terminology, although its American founder Paul Twitchell disassociated himself from his former teacher Kirpal Singh. The Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness , also founded in America in 1971 by John-Roger and now with students in thirty-two countries, also teaches
884-718: The Eckankar led by Paul Twitchell (a former disciple of Kirpal Singh), the similar American syncretistic Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness of John-Roger Hinkins , the linked to the Beas Elan Vital (formerly Divine Light Mission ), established by Hans Maharaj , and "Quan Yin method" of Ching Hai (a female student of Thakar Singh). Maharaj Sahab Anukulchandra (Sri Sri Thakur Anukulchandra ) Shabd Pratap Satsang Lineage Soami Ji Maharaj Chacha Ji Maharaj Data Dayal Ji Maharaj Jay Gurudev Satsang Lineage Soami Ji Maharaj Garib Das Jai Baba Gurudev To
936-507: The Adi Granth and sing hymns together. They believe in social equality, forbid caste distinctions and have also attracted Dalits to their tradition. They are active outside India too. They are active in charitable work such as providing free medical services and help to the needy. They do not believe in orthodox Sikh ritual practices such as covering one's head inside the temple or removing shoes, nor do they serve karah prasad (offering) at
988-577: The Command (Hukam), will know One Lord, we call him the real man. ਸਚਾ ਸਉਦਾ ਹਰਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਹੈ ਸਚਾ ਵਾਪਾਰਾ ਰਾਮ॥ (GGSG-Page No.570) Translation: The True merchandise(ਸਚਾ ਸਉਦਾ) is the Lord`s Naam. Trader Raam is the truth. Above line in the book "Guru Granth Sahib Ji" verifies that during the true merchandise (ਸਚਾ ਸਉਦਾ) when Guru Nanak Dev Ji fed the hungry saints and he got the Naam from them. Whereas in books when we read
1040-733: The Hindu practices of raja yoga , laya yoga , and bhakti yoga . Adherents believe Surat Shabda Yoga has been expressed through the movements of many different masters. However, a basic principle of Surat Shabd Yoga's tradition is the requirement for an outer Living Master to initiate followers onto the Path. The movements whose historical Satgurus have died and their successors do not purport themselves to be Surat Shabd Yoga Satgurus, usually are not considered currently to be Surat Shabd Yoga movements, either by their own leaders or by movements with current Living Masters. Satguru Maharshi Mehi Paramahansa Ji Maharaj
1092-544: The Inner Master), and bhajan (listening to the inner sounds of the Shabd ). The mantra is Guru Manter. These are some verbal words that one gets from living masters and chants in mind, not with the mouth. As the language varies from culture to culture, Guru Manter or Mantra may also vary from culture to culture in spirituality. On the other hand, Naam or Word of God or Kalma is unspeakable, alive and no one can write it on paper. In
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#17330931497521144-507: The Punjab; the Tarn Taran satsang founded by Bagga Singh; Radha Swami Satsang Dinod , founded by Param Sant Tarachand Ji Maharaj (Bade Maharaj Ji), current master Param Sant Huzur Kanwar Saheb Ji Maharaj and several others scattered through North and South India. In addition, there are Radha Soami-influenced, derived from the Radha Soami often westernized groups but denies their connection, namely
1196-558: The Radhasoamis, six elements form the framework of their sect: The Radha Soami Satsang believes that living gurus are necessary for a guided spiritual life. They do not install the Guru Granth Sahib ji or any other scriptures in their sanctum, as they consider it ritualistic opposing the fundamental sikh beliefs. Instead, the proclaimed guru sits in the sanctum with the satsang (group of faithfuls) and they listen to preachings from
1248-727: The Soul. "Radha Soami" is used to indicate towards Shiv Dayal Singh. The followers of Shiv Dayal Singh used to consider him the Living Master and incarnation of Radhasoami Dayal. After his death, Salig Ram and his other followers started the Radha Soami movement, which later got separated into different branches/denominations, including the Radha Soami Satsang Soami Bagh Agra, Radha Soami Satsang Beas , Radha Soami Satsang Dayalbagh , Radhasoami Satsang Pipal Mandi, and Radha Swami Satsang Dinod . According to Mark Juergensmeyer,
1300-509: The attention fixed at that centre. Third is bhajan, or listening to the Anahad Shabd or celestial music that is constantly reverberating within us. With the help of this divine melody, the soul ascends to higher regions and ultimately reaches the feet of the Lord. Surat Shabda Yoga is also known as Sehaj Yoga – the path leading to Sehaj or equipoise , The Path of Light and Sound, The Path of
1352-577: The bank of river Beas. He, then, started giving initiation to the people there in 1889. The lineage of the spiritual heads at Radha Soami Satsang Beas is as follows:- Radha Soami Rādhā Soāmī Mat or Sant Mat is a spiritual tradition or faith founded by Shiv Dayal Singh in January 1861 on Basant Panchami Day in Agra , India. Shiv Dayal Singh's parents were Vaishnava Hindus , followers of Guru Nanak of Sikhism , and were also followers of
1404-459: The basic teachings of Radhasoami Faith intact and they have not changed the method of practice of Surat Shabda Yoga . And then, after the departure of Maharaj Sahab, the dissenting members of Allahabad formed into a separate group who came to be known later as Soamibagh Satsang with only a following of five Branches from among 116 Branches existing at that time while the main lot followed Param Guru Sarkar Sahab( Kamta Prasad Sinha Sahab) Who commanded
1456-403: The branches of the Radha Soami sect (Beas, Dayalbagh, Dinod). The Radha Soami are strict lacto-vegetarians for ethical and spiritual reasons. They do not consume eggs , meat, seafood or alcohol. In Radhasoami vegetarianism, all life forms are respected and meat is considered unethical . Meat is also said to produce bad karma from those who slaughter the animal and those who buy and consume
1508-454: The current master, Gurinder Singh ). There are estimated to be two million initiates of the Beas masters worldwide. The one of a split the Beas is Dera Sacha Sauda (1948) led by Mastana Balochistani . In Agra, the birthplace of the movement, there are three main satsang centers of branches. The Radha Soami Satsang Soami Bagh Agra with center at Soami Bagh occupies the original site in Agra, where
1560-461: The end of prayers. Their basic practices include Surat Shabd Yoga (meditation on inner light and sound), initiation of disciple into the path by a living guru, obedience to the guru, a moral life that is defined by abstinence from meat, drugs, alcohol and sex outside marriage. They also believe that jivanmukti or inner liberation is possible during one's lifetime with guidance of the living guru. However, some of these practices vary depending on
1612-638: The eternal Inner Shabda Master. A few of these Living Masters of their times include Laozi , Jesus , Pythagoras , Socrates , Kabir , the Sufi Masters, and mystic poets, Hafez and Rumi , the Ten Sikh Gurus beginning with Guru Nanak , Tulsi Sahib, and the Radhasoami/Radha Soami and offshoot Masters, including Seth Shiv Dayal Singh Ji , Baba Sawan Singh , Baba Faqir Chand , and Sant Kirpal Singh . The ten Sikh Satgurus (Nanak Panthis) discuss
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1664-412: The exponents of Surat Shabd Yoga and the commonly shared elements related to the basic principles, notable variations also exist. For example, the followers of the orthodox Sikh faith no longer lay emphasis on a contemporary living guru. Different Surat Shabd Yoga paths will vary in the names used to describe the Absolute Supreme Being ( God ), including Anami Purush (nameless power) and Radha Soami (lord of
1716-411: The five senses, and this is how a student turns them inward to experience what is inside of himself. See Vishnu with his four arms and they correspond to these. One hand is holding a circle (chakra) of light, one holding a conch shell for the inner sound (hold it to the ear and a sound is heard), one holding a lotus flower to refer to nectar, and finally the fourth hand is holding a metal club (mace) for
1768-410: The history of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, we find no information regarding true merchandise of Word or Naam of God. This line also verifies that Guru Nanak Dev Ji also interacted with living SattGuru where from he got the Naam. ਏਕੋ ਨਾਮੁ ਹੁਕਮੁ ਹੈ ਨਾਨਕ ਸਿਤਗੁਿਰ ਦੀਆ ਬੁਝਾਇ ਜੀਉ॥੫॥ (GGSG-Page No.72) ..Guru Nanak Translation: The One "Naam" is the Lord's Command, O Nanak, the "True Guru(teacher)" helped me to guess
1820-462: The inner sound and inner light a lot in their scriptures. The first Sikh Satguru was Guru Nanak , but his master (guru) was Waheguru . These masters teach these two techniques. There is a master, [2] Satpal Maharaj , that teaches four techniques that include these two of inner light and inner music. Altogether He teaches inner light (sight), inner music (hearing), primordial vibration (sense of touch), and nectar (taste and smell). These correspond to
1872-780: The inner vibration (if you hit something with it, it vibrates like a tuning fork). Some people refer to this inner energy as the soul. THE LINE OF SUCCESSION FROM KABIR TO PRESENT From Kabir to present, the Masters of the Divine Science of Light and Sound appear and manifest themselves as an uninterrupted line, through which they transmitted to each successor the one knowledge and the one Power. Subsequently, we can trace an exact "family tree" from Kabir Sahib (1398-1518) to Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469-1539) and further as shown below: ਹੁਕਮੁ ਪਛਾਨੈ ਸੁ ਏਕੋ ਜਾਨੈ ਬੰਦਾ ਕਹੀਐ ਸੋਈ॥੩॥ (GGSG-Page No.1350-3)...Saint Kabir Translation: One who will recognize
1924-436: The lamp (light). (Here One Naam means One Word, and Hukam also addresses the Naam of God) ਦੇਹੀ ਅੰਦਰਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਨਿਵਾਸੀ॥ (GGSG-Page No.1026) Translation: The Naam or Word or Kalma, abides deep within the body. This line demonstrates that the Naam of God is something present in the body. One will get it within his own home i.e body where the spirit lives. Body is the current home of the spirit. After Guru Nanak Dev Ji below are
1976-968: The last several hundred years, specifically in the Sikh tradition ( Nanakpanthi ) founded by Guru Nanak. The practice of meditation (Shabad), which is the central core practice of Surat Shabd Yoga, is derived from the ancient Hindu practice of nāda yoga . Nada yoga is expounded in various Hindu scriptures such as the Nadabindu Upanishad , an ancient text affiliated with the several thousands-year-old Rig Veda . The practice of nāda yoga within Hinduism has been widely affiliated within many yoga traditions including bhakti or devotional yoga, kundalini and tantric yogas , laya yoga , and raja yoga . Modern Hindu teachers still emphasizing nada yoga include Swami Sivananda, Swami Rama, Rammurti Mishra (Shri Brahmananda Sarasvati), Paramahansa Yogananda (Kriya Yoga Lineage), and many others. The practice of nāda yoga
2028-403: The masters in its various lineages have been married. The teachings seem to be related to forms of 18th- and 19th-century esoteric mysticism that were circulating at the time in northern India. The founding date of the movement is considered to be 1861 when Shiv Dayal Singh began publicly to give discourses. As per some subtraditions, it derives its name from the word Radha Soami means Lord of
2080-497: The new testament "Hebrews 4:12" states, " For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. " Words which we write on paper are not alive and active. According to Scripture, the Word of God has existed since the beginning of the world, prior to any man-made language. Surat Shabd Yoga arose in India in
2132-546: The nine SattGurus (i.e Teachers of truth) of the Sikhs who got the success in the history and lead the community of Sikhs: Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji (1504-1552), Sr Guru Amar Das Ji (1479-1574), Sri Guru Ram Das Ji (1534-1581), Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji (1563-1606), Sri Guru Har Gobind Sahib Ji (1595-1644), Sri Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji (1630-1661), Sri Guru Har Krishan Ji (1656-1664), Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji (1621-1675) and Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1667-1708). Among
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2184-479: The products. Radha Soami hold the view that eggs are essentially a fetus whether they are fertilized or not; thus are non-vegetarian. Eggs and meat are believed to incite animal instincts and impair spiritual growth. Surat Shabd Yoga Surat is "attention" or "face", that is, an outward expression of the soul ; Shabd or Shabda has multiple meanings including ‘sacred song’, ‘word’, ‘voice’, ‘hymn’, ‘verse’, or ‘sound current, ‘audible life stream’, and
2236-460: The sadhus); the army havildar / sergeant Baba Jaimal Singh , Gharib Das of Delhi; and the postmaster general of the Northwest provinces, Salig Ram (alias Rai Salig Ram), each of whom started their own distinct centers. According to some scholars, Shiv Dayal Singh passed leadership to Salig Ram. After their deaths, multiple followers were claimed to be the rightful heirs, and this eventually led to
2288-413: The support of all other Branches (i.e. 111 out of 116) and were said to belong to Ghazipur Satsang at that's time and later after the establish ment of headquarters became known as Dayalbagh Satsang . After Shiv Dayal Singh 's death in 1878 he was succeeded by several disciples, including his wife Narayan Devi (“Radhaji”); his brother Partap Singh (“Chachaji Saheb”); Sanmukh Das (appointed head of
2340-404: The term Sat Nam , rather than Radha Soami. The gurus and the tradition that followed him used the term Radha Soami during the initiation rites, meditation practices and as mutual greeting. This has led to the fellowship being commonly called Radha Soami. In some subtraditions of Radha Soami, states Lucy DuPertuis, the guru's charisma is considered as the "formless absolute", being in his presence
2392-495: The term Radha Soami literally refers to Radha as the soul and Soami ( swami , lord). According to Salig Ram , quotes Juergensmeyer, these terms are symbolic and mean "master of energy", derived from the Vaishnava understanding of "Radha as the power of energy of God" ( Shakti ). It is a referent to the consciousness in a person and the cosmic energy source, states Juergensmeyer. The writings of Shiv Dayal Singh, Sar Bachan , use
2444-429: The time of his departure, some differences presented to surface. He had given a special authority to some of His followers whereby they could give initiations into Radhasoami Faith in their respective regions. Among such select personalities Baba Jaimal Singh was one in whose name, some time later, his successor-disciple Savan Singh Sahab established Dera Jaimal Singh, Beas. Baba Jaimal Singh used to come to Satsang during
2496-573: The time of not only Param Purush Puran Dhani Soamiji Maharaj but also during the time of Param Guru Huzur Maharaj (Rai Saligram Sahab) and to a large extent, during the time of Maharaj Sahab (Mishra Sahab)also. But when the Central Administrative Council was established and the accounts of properties were being called and information was sought as to who were the persons initiated, he did not like this idea and gradually became separated from Radhasoami Satsang Agra (then Allahabad) and began to organize their tradition in an independent way. But they maintained
2548-573: The ‘Union of the Soul with the Essence of the Absolute Supreme Being’. First is simran, or the repetition of Lord's holy names. It brings back our scattered attention to the tisra til - the third eye (behind our eyes), which is the headquarters of our mind and soul, in the waking state, whence it has scattered. Second is dhyan, or contemplation on the immortal form of the Master. This helps in keeping
2600-421: The ‘essence of the Absolute Supreme Being’. The Absolute Supreme Being is a dynamic force of creative energy sent out into the abyss of space at the dawn of the universe's manifestation, as sound vibrations. These vibrations continue and are sent forth through the ages, framing all things that constitute and inhabit the universe. Yoga is literally ‘union’, or ‘to yoke’. Etymologically, Surat Shabd Yoga means
2652-545: Was Tulsi Sahib of Hathras. According to the successors Soami Bagh and Dayal Bagh, Tulsi Sahib was a contemporary guru of the same teachings; but being a natural born Satguru, Seth Shiv Dayal Singh Ji himself had no guru. After his death, six immediate successors carried on Shiv Dayal Singh’s teachings, including Huzur Maharaj Rai Salig Ram of Peepal Mandi, Agra, and Babaji Maharaj Baba Jaimal Singh of Radha Soami Satsang Beas (RSSB). More information on living masters related to Seth Shiv Dayal Singh Ji's lineage can be found in
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#17330931497522704-461: Was established by Shiv Dayal Singh (1818–1878) in 1861 and named "Radhasoami Satsang" circa 1866. Soamiji Maharaj, as he was known, presided over the satsang meetings for seventeen years at Panni Gali and Soami Bagh in Agra , India, until he died on June 15, 1878. Accounts of his guru and successors vary, although he gave verbal instructions on his last day as to how his followers should be cared for. According to Radha Soami Satsang Beas, his guru
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