Tav Prasad Savaiye
“Tav Prasad Savaiye” is a composition found in the Dasam Granth, which is generally assigned to Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru. It is a hymn of praise and meditation on Divine characteristics with intellectual and religious significance in Sikhism. The translation of “Tav Prasad Savaiye” is “Hymn of Praise for the Divine Grace.” It is divided into ten stanzas, or sloks, and ends with a final stanza. The hymn, composed in the ancient Hindi language of Braj Bhasha, offers significant insights on spiritual knowledge, devotion, and the essence of God.
“Tav Prasad Savaiye” is frequently recited in Sikh prayer sessions, particularly in the morning Nitnem prayers, as well as on significant occasions in Sikh culture. It emphasizes humility, thankfulness, and reverence for the Divine, as well as contemplating the eternal nature of God’s grace and blessings. The bani begins with a salutation to God and then explores several aspects of spiritual experience, encouraging the devotee to a better understanding and connection with the Divine. It is revered by Sikhs for its poetic beauty, spiritual depth, and importance in instilling devotion and inner tranquility.