Pentapotamia

A place to appriciate and preserve the lyrics and poetry of historic and modern Punjab.

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"An admirers desire is the only ingredient that allows a diamond to hold value." (Ishqe Di Maari - #gurdasmaan) We are the diamonds; we are the admirers.

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(1/5) "O my suffering, love is the Butterfly that always sits on the pinnacle of life's journey. Love is the Bee from which the pleasant fragrances stay thousands of miles away."  "Maye Ni Maye" written by Shiv Kumar Batalvi, is one of the most heart-rending lyric ever penned in Punjabi. In this song he metaphorically speaks to his Mother about how the pain of separation from his Love, and that the suffering is evident in the eyes of his poems that look back at him. #mayenimaye #shivkumarbatalvi #nusratfatehalikhan #NFAK 

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"I won't apply kohl to my eyes; I won't decorate my beauty. She who's eyes are intoxicating does not need enhancements. Ambarsariya (guy from Amritsar) don't try to woo me using your elementary tactics." #ambarsariya #punjabi #pentapotamia

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"A broken mirror cannot be mended; a heart given away cannot be returned." #punjabitappe #punjabi

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- (Sajna Tenu Tak Tak Nahi Rajna - Gurdas Maan) The hope is to have someone in our lives; a friend, a family member, a spouse, or even God to help veil our shortcomings from the harassment and evils of society. To help us develop into a better version of our current self, and constantly improve our mindfulness and inner-peace. #gurdasmaan #pentapotamia

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Corrupt Politics + Pure Religion #yubacity #nagarkirtan (Yuba City Nagar Kirtan ਵਿਖੇ)

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"The luminous moonlight celebrates the night of the full moon. It invites the calm reflective lake to the celebration; with the Moon as the honorary guest." (#jalsa - #satindersartaj)

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"Meditate in the name of the almighty, loved one. You will be carried to blissful places. By drinking from the bowl of the saints, you will climb the Banyan tree to the heavens." (Traditional Folk) #punjabifolk

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"My good karma has brought me to you, but our unfortunate fate has brought us misery." (#kismat - #diljitdosanjh) We cross paths with numerous people who we develop a fondness for, whether they be new friends, relationships or relatives. Often times though, we face conflicts with no other alternatives and are forced to continue on our path alone.

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"This knowledge has the power to advance my consciousness. It will take me to new paths of well-being. I will fulfill my ultimate dream now; you may try to turn me towards another direction, but that is impossible for I have awoken. The almighty is my ultimate truth." (#Hamza - #satindersartaaj)

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"They cannot be purchased at any convenient store, nor do vendors call out for anyone to buy them. Tell us where we can buy real human emotions. Our hearts only identify for flowers made of paper [cash]. How will we be able to identify the fragrance of a blooming rose?" (Jazbe - #satindersartaaj) Generosity and righteousness can NEVER be purchased, they require a lot of patience and discipline to be developed. In today's world - where discipline is diminishing - there is an ever growing need to meet our own desires before we help others. We're developing a culture where it's the norm to put aside our realities and chase an illusion of monetary fantasies.

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"It's okay to learn new languages, everyone should learn new languages. But never tear down your weak mudbrick foundation after you experience a foundation made of stone." (#gurdasmaan & #diljit - Coke Studio session of Ki Banu Duniya Da) Happy Independence Day! Though India may be far from satisfactory in some ways - it has its beauties - 24 of them are its official languages. A language is the one of the most powerful tools established by humans, embrace your own and speak it proudly!

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"The mirror you keep trying to see yourself in, will not give you a true representation of who you are. Come ask me, I can paint a more accurate and honest picture of your self-image than a mirror. Look toward my direction and you'll find a path to divinity, you'll find the truth of our love." (Pyaar Kar Le - #gurdasmaan) People spend lots of time trying to understand their persona and define their self-image. Often, their interpretation of themselves is skewed due to their own biases and intolerance for criticisms. We look to seek ourselves through interests and activities - that most of the time - fit our one and only definition of us. In order to fully see ourselves (the good and bad) though, shouldn't we turn to the people who's wisdom cherish the most? Aren't they our whole-hearted companions through life? The ones who can guide us through life's challenges through a loving, unbiased and unrestricted lens.

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"I wish I could alleviate my worries by embracing you and crying in your arms. I wish I could hide my face into your hands while those same hands graze through my hair. This life is a festival for the living, don't wait until it's too late." (Jag Jiyondiyaan De Mele - #harbhajanmaan) We often take for granted different pieces that compile our lives, especially the people. It's human nature to become accustomed to then detached when regularly exposed to the same people in relationships. Small curves in parallel lines eventually drive them so far apart over time. We only have one life to live meaningfully, and often times it worth putting your loving ego aside to quickly steer the departed lines back together, and further solidify an unbreakable relationship.

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"Refrain from chasing false realities and saying this and that are yours. Mine mine mine. One day your body will become a pile of dirt, everything will be revealed to you as he tallies your karma - the soulful bird that chirps within now - will depart." (Allah Hu - Pakistani Qwalli) #saieenzahoor #punjabi #sufi #pentapotamia

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"The ways have changed now; the people are not the same, society itself is not the same, and perhaps it's a different atmosphere. Despite all these changes - if I ever return to this earth again - I hope I am reborn onto the land of Punjab." #Punjab - #kulwinderbilla

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"I adore myself in your colors to call for your attention. I shout, praising your name to the world; I tell people about your greatness and power. I forget though, the ones who have you have nothing else, they silently praise your name and walk this world without desires or possessions. The ones who are yours, why would they burden their minds with your duties? No instruments can be played properly if they can't be tuned. (Analogy for life's actions and human relationships.)" Akhaan - #kanwargrewal #Punjabimusic #punjab #sufi #pentapotamia