"Pavan Guru, Pani Pita, Mata Dharat Mahat" (ਪਵਣੁ ਗੁਰੂ ਪਾਣੀ ਪਿਤਾ ਮਾਤਾ ਧਰਤਿ ਮਹਤ)
“Pavan Guru, Pani Pita, Mata Dharat Mahat” is from the Japji Sahib, the opening prayer of the Guru Granth Sahib written by Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
Meaning
Pavan Guru – Air is the Guru
Air (Pavan) sustains all life by enabling breathing and carrying the fragrance of nature. Just like a Guru guides us spiritually, air sustains our physical existence and teaches us about constant movement, change, and life’s flow.Pani Pita – Water is the Father
Water (Pani) nurtures and gives life to all beings, just like a father provides sustenance, protection, and care. Without water, no living organism can survive.Mata Dharat Mahat – Earth is the Great Mother
The Earth (Dharat) is our great mother (Mahat Mata), providing food, shelter, and resources for all life. She holds and nurtures us, giving us a home to live in.
Sarbat da Bhala" (ਸਰਬੱਤ ਦਾ ਭਲਾ)
Sarbat da Bhala” (ਸਰਬੱਤ ਦਾ ਭਲਾ) is a Punjabi phrase from Sikh teachings that means “Blessings and well-being for everyone” or “May everyone prosper”.
Meaning
Sarbat = Everyone / the entire creation (humans, animals, all living beings, and nature)
Bhala = Goodness, prosperity, well-being, benefit
So, “Sarbat da Bhala” is essentially a universal prayer for the happiness and welfare of all beings, without discrimination of religion, caste, nationality, or background.