Granth
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Granth
From Hindi, from Sanskrit grantha “a tying together, a book”
Example Sentences
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A series of alleged desecrations of the Guru Granth Sahib in 2015 sparked widespread protests across Punjab.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
The Guru Granth Sahib, which is the sacred text of Sikhism, bears 40 verses or shabads of Ravidass.
From Seattle Times ● May 29, 2023
A carved dome-like structure made of white marble was added to the main hall, where the Guru Granth Sahib, the Sikh holy book, would be kept.
From New York Times ● Nov. 28, 2022
It is first offered to the Granth after the ardas, the bowl carried on the head of the volunteer.
From Salon ● May 2, 2022
Their preacher reads passages from the "Granth" and prays to their god, who may be reached through the intercession of Nanak Shah, his prophet and their redeemer.
From India, Its Life and Thought by Jones, John P. (John Peter)
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