SAMUNDA, BHAI

SAMUNDA, BHAI, a seeker of truth, once waited upon Guru Arjan and begged to know how a bemukh was distinguished from a sanamukh. The Guru, according to Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, spoke thus “Sanamukh is one who, following the Guru`s precept, rises early to make ablutions, contemplates on the Nam, and practises charity. A bemukh, on the other hand, is one who wastes his life in pursuit of sensual pleasures and passions.” Bhai Samunda, says Bhai Santokh Singh, became a Sikh. He remained in the Guru`s presence, always listened attentively to what he said, and acted upon his word.

References :

1. Mani Singh, Bhai, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala. Amritsar, 1955
2. Gurdas, Bhai, Varan, XI. 18
3. Santokh Singh, Bhai, Sri” Gur Pratap Suraj Granth. Amritsar, 1927-35