An important Sikhism term for a mindset that a Sikh must embrace and develop is called "chardi kala." A "positive, buoyant, and optimistic" outlook on life and the future is what it broadly refers to. Always be - in "high spirits", "ever progressive", "always cheerful", etc. are some other adjectives that are used to characterize this expression. It depicts a Sikh's pleasant and perennial mental condition.
According to Sikhism, Sikhs must believe in God's Will (Bhana), that He has no enemies (Nirvaar), and that He is constantly forgiving. Accepting his Will is therefore in the best interests of and for the advantage of His Creation, even if it occasionally results in extreme suffering. This "Chardi Kala" mentality is intended to help one navigate life's ups and downs with as little personal harm as possible. This "Chardi Kala" spirit includes joining and supporting people in their time of need.
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The Sikhs are a distinct ethnic group who adhere to Guru Nanak's core teachings of "Work, Worship, and Charity" and "Gurmukh, Naam, Daan, Ishnan." Naam is a term used to describe God's lively expression in creation as well as Power, Energy, and the Universal Cosmic Life Force.
A continuous state of certainty based on the unchanging faith in Divine justice is denoted by the term "Chardi Kala," which is Sanskrit for "perpetually blossoming, unwilling spirit." The Kala, which has Sanskrit roots, has "Energy" as its primary connotation. In Punjabi, the word "chardi" denotes rising, ascent, or soaring. Therefore, Chardi Kala would refer to a highly energized, constantly climbing state of the spirit of a person or a group. It is characterized by faith, assurance, joy, courage, fortitude, discipline, and a steadfast commitment to preserving treasured beliefs. It is also characterized by a readiness to carry out the tasks given to it even in the face of the most difficult difficulty.
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Chardi Kala indicates the elation or high spirits of Sikhism. Chardi Kala, meaning “the positive attitude” is an equivalence of a mind that never despairs, never admits defeat, and refuses to be crushed by adversities. It is the cherished ideal mood that the Gurus have preached and for which a Sikh daily prays in his Ardas (Prayer). “Nanak Naam Chardi Kala, tere bhane’ Sarbat dah Phala”
The superior and exalted mental state known as Chardi Kala is one in which there is no fear, resentment, or hatred and there is a constant heavenly happiness of self-dignity, self-abundance, and grandeur of spirit. The presence of Chardi Kala is a sign of a Sikh's unwavering devotion to One Akal-Purakh. The Guru gave the Khalsa its five Ks, which stand for strength and dignity. They are outward manifestations of the inner spirit, which is unaffected by failure or disappointment; the personality, which is unstoppable in its aspirations; and the spiritual brilliance, which is constantly a source of inspiration for others.
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