Nimrata Explained

(Gurmukhi: Panjabi; Punjabi: ਨਿਮਰਤਾ) is an important virtue that is vigorously promoted by Gurbani and Sikh history. It is alternatively known as .^[1] The literal translation of this Punjabi word is "Humility", or "Benevolence". The other four virtues are: Truth, Contentment, Compassion and Love .

Practice

During a langar meals; among Sikhs, they are expected to serve the meal with humility .^[2]

Notes and References

1. Book: Sandhu, Gian Singh . https://books.google.com/books?id=YIa2EAAAQBAJ&pg=PT28 . Who Are the Sikhs? An Exploration of the Beliefs, Practices, & Traditions of the Sikh People . 2023 . Archway Publishing . 978-1-6657-3953-5 . I.2.5. What are Sikh virtues? . 1376370414 . Virtues are characteristics or capabilities attained that impact how we act. The Sikh religion identifies five virtues or qualities for a Sikh: compassion ; truth ; contentment ; humility (or); and love . These are deemed fundamental to human development, ethical living, and transcendence.… or refers to “humility" or "humbleness." Guru Arjan says, ‘The Divine-conscious being is steeped in humility. They take delight in benevolence and serving others.’.
2. Book: Howard, Veena R. . Dharma—The Hindu, Jain, Buddhist and Sikh Traditions of India . Bloomsbury Publishing . 2017 . 9781786732125 . 229 . Sangat and Pangat.