Nimrata

Nimrata (Gurmukhi: ਨਿਮਰਤਾ nimaratā) is an important virtue that is vigorously promoted by Gurbani and Sikh history. It is alternatively known as Gareebi.[1] The literal translation of this Punjabi word is "Humility", or "Benevolence". The other four qualities in the arsenal are: Truth (Sat), Contentment (Santokh), Compassion (Daya) and Love (Pyaar).

Practice

During langar meals, Sikhs are expected to serve meals with complete humility (nimrata).[2]

References

Sandhu, Gian Singh (2023). "5. What are Sikh virtues?". Who Are the Sikhs? An Exploration of the Beliefs, Practices, & Traditions of the Sikh People. Archway Publishing. ISBN 978-1-6657-3953-5. OCLC 1376370414. Virtues are characteristics or capabilities attained that impact how we act. The Sikh religion identifies five virtues or qualities for a Sikh: compassion (daiya); truth (satt); contentment (santokh); humility (nimrata or gareebi); and love (pyaar).' These are deemed fundamental to human development, ethical living, and transcendence. … Nimrata or Gareebi refers to "humility" or "humbleness." Guru Arjan says, 'The Divine-conscious being is steeped in humility. They take delight in benevolence and serving others.'
Howard, Veena R. (2017). "Sangat and Pangat". Dharma - The Hindu, Jain, Buddhist and Sikh Traditions of India. Bloomsbury Publishing. p. 229. ISBN 9781786732125.

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[1] Sandhu, Gian Singh (2023). "5. What are Sikh virtues?". Who Are the Sikhs? An Exploration of the Beliefs, Practices, & Traditions of the Sikh People. Archway Publishing. ISBN 978-1-6657-3953-5. OCLC 1376370414. Virtues are characteristics or capabilities attained that impact how we act. The Sikh religion identifies five virtues or qualities for a Sikh: compassion (daiya); truth (satt); contentment (santokh); humility (nimrata or gareebi); and love (pyaar).' These are deemed fundamental to human development, ethical living, and transcendence. … Nimrata or Gareebi refers to "humility" or "humbleness." Guru Arjan says, 'The Divine-conscious being is steeped in humility. They take delight in benevolence and serving others.'

[2] Howard, Veena R. (2017). "Sangat and Pangat". Dharma - The Hindu, Jain, Buddhist and Sikh Traditions of India. Bloomsbury Publishing. p. 229. ISBN 9781786732125.