Hukamnama

An order and guidance for the day

Hukamnama (Mukhwak)

A Hukamnama is an order and guidance for the day

Hukamnama is a Sikh tradition in which a random Ang is chosen from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and is read aloud in the presence of the Sangat, congregation, during a religious gathering. The Hukamnama is a direction, command or order of the Guru, and is a means of receiving guidance and direction from the Guru for the members of the Sangat. It is considered as a way to seek blessings and wisdom from the Guru and is also used to make important decisions.

Read/Listen to the Daily Hukamnama (Mukhwak)

When is Hukamnama read

The Hukamnama is typically read at the end of the daily prayers in Gurdwaras (Sikh places of worship). It is also common for Sikhs to read the Hukamnama at home after performing their daily prayers. The Hukamnama is a randomly chosen message from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and it is considered to be the will of the Guru for the day.

Can you enter Darbar Sahib during Hukamnama

Yes, you may enter Darbar Sahib during the Hukamnama as it is considered a moment of spiritual significance in Sikhi.

When you enter Darbar Sahib during the Hukamnama, it’s customary to listen attentively to the message being read. This signifies your respect for the divine guidance offered by Guru Granth Sahib Ji. It’s also seen as an opportunity to seek spiritual guidance and blessings.

Some people prefer to sit quietly and meditate upon the message, while others may take notes or reflect upon its meaning. Regardless of how you choose to engage with it, the moment is seen as a sacred time to connect with the teachings of Sikhi and to seek spiritual enlightenment.

 

Can you Matha Tek if you enter Darbar Sahib during Hukamnama

Yes, you may still Matha Tek, the act of bowing before Guru Granth Sahib Ji, if you enter Darbar Sahib during the Hukamnama.

Here’s how you can do it respectfully:

  1. Approach Gently: Walk slowly and respectfully towards Guru Granth Sahib Ji, maintaining a calm and reverent demeanor.
  2. Bowing: When you reach Guru Granth Sahib Ji, you can bow down with your hands folded in a prayer position (palms together), and touch your forehead to the ground. This gesture signifies your respect and humility before the teachings of Sikhi.
  3. Listen Attentively: While performing Matha Tek, you can continue to listen attentively to the Hukamnama being recited. It’s a moment of reverence, where you’re acknowledging the divine presence and seeking spiritual guidance.
  4. Reflection: After performing Matha Tek, you can find a spot to sit and quietly reflect on the Hukamnama, its message, and its relevance to your life.

Performing Matha Tek during the Hukamnama is a way to show respect and reverence to Guru Granth Sahib Ji, even if you arrive during the reading. It’s about acknowledging the divine wisdom being shared and seeking spiritual connection.