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The Teachings

Sant Mat, Radha Soami Satsang and the meditation on the inner light and sound.

Sant Mat

The way of the saints

Following the universal Sant Mat tradition, the Dera teaches the path of inner spiritual realization through meditation on the divine sound and light. The teaching flows from Hazur Maharaj Tulsi Sahib, who revived the ancient practice of Shabd Yoga, through Hazur Maharaj Swami Ji, who established Radha Soami Satsang at Agra.

Through regular satsang, meditation practice and the guidance of the Master, seekers are led toward self-realization and union with the divine.

Surat Shabd Yoga

The union of the soul (surat) with the inner divine sound (shabd).

Satsang

Spiritual discourse in the company of fellow seekers.

The practice

Simran, Dhyan and Bhajan

In the Radha Soami tradition, daily practice is commonly described in three parts. Guidance in practice is given by the Master.

Simran

Repetition of the charged Names given at initiation, stilling the mind.

Dhyan

Contemplation — gathering the attention within.

Bhajan

Listening to the inner divine sound.

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Questions

Frequently asked

Who may come to the Dera?

All souls seeking truth are welcome, regardless of caste, creed, religion or background.

What is Sant Mat?

Sant Mat means “the way of the saints” — the tradition of inner spiritual realization through the guidance of a living Master.

What is Surat Shabd Yoga?

The meditation on the inner divine light and sound, practised by seekers on the path of Sant Mat and the Radha Soami teachings.

What does “Radha Soami” mean?

“Lord of the Soul.” It is the name of the faith and the blessing of the sangat.

When is the Dera open?

The Dera is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Who founded the Dera, and when?

Hazur Maharaj Channan Patshah Ji founded Dera Baba Channan Singh Ji at Sekhewal in 1982.

Who is the present Guru?

Hazur Maharaj Gulzar Patshah Ji is the current Guru, in the line of Hazur Maharaj Channan Patshah Ji and Hazur Maharaj Amir Patshah Ji.

What is Dera Seva?

Randhawa Sweets, Dairy, Vegetables and Atta Chakki are seva institutions of the Dera in village Saidpur, Punjab, carrying the love of the Gurus into daily life. See the Dera Seva page.

How can I find the Dera?

Open the Visit & Contact page for the address and an interactive map.