![]() The process consists of several steps for attaining the best of the Scriptural author's intended meaning(s). Some important steps are outlined as under. (i) Lexical-syntactical (Gurbani Viakaran) analysis This step looks at the words used and the way the words are used. Here, lexicons and grammar aids can help in extracting meaning from the text.ĭifferent order of the sentence, the punctuation, the tense of the verse are all aspects that are looked at in the lexical syntactical method. Sahib Singh’s Teeka (interpretation) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib and Sikh Missionary College’s approach to interpretation of Gurbani falls in this category. (ii) Historical / Cultural analysis The history and culture surrounding the authors is important to understand to aid in interpretation. ![]() For instance, understanding the Gurus’ and Bhagats’ Lives and times (esp. social, cultural and political scenario during their times) increases understanding of Scripture. ![]() Understanding the connotations of terms such as the Kazi, Mulla, Mukadum, Nath, Yogi, Iai Panthi, Kashi, Meghar etc. helps us to know about what other thoughts have been expressed in Gurbani about such people and places. Most of the interpreters of Gurbani do take care of this aspect but not all interpreters are well versed with such terms and their meanings.
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