Initiated Sikhs follow a heartbeat of daily routines laid out in the Rehat Maryada, designed to keep spiritual life humming from dawn ’til dusk.

1. Amrit Vela and Nitnem
   • Rise before sunrise (“Amrit Vela”), bathe and cover hair with a turban or chuni.
   • Recite the five Banis known as Nitnem:
   – Japji Sahib
   – Jaap Sahib
   – Tav-Prasad Savaiye
   – Chaupai Sahib
   – Anand Sahib
   These hymns anchor the mind in Naam (Divine Name) and reinforce courage and compassion.

2. Ardas (Daily Prayer)
   • A short, powerful prayer performed after Nitnem and before sleeping, seeking strength to live truthfully and to serve others.

3. Rehras Sahib and Kirtan Sohila
   • As evening falls, pause for Rehras Sahib, blending praise with reflections on justice and humility.
   • Before bed, Kirtan Sohila soothes the spirit—like tucking the soul in with a lullaby of Divine light.

4. Keeping the Five Ks
   • Kes (uncut hair), Kangha (wooden comb), Kara (steel bracelet), Kachera (short breeches), Kirpan (ceremonial sword).
   • Each symbol acts as a constant reminder of identity, discipline and readiness to defend truth.

5. Naam Japna and Seva
   • Carry continuous remembrance of God through silent or vocal repetition of Waheguru.
   • Engage in Seva—voluntary community service at the Gurdwara or in daily life, stitching the fabric of Sangat (community) with threads of selflessness.

6. Honest Living and Sharing
   • Earn an honest living (Kirat Karni), give charity (Vand Chakna) and share one’s blessings.

Across time zones and tech platforms—whether streaming kirtan live from Amritsar’s Golden Temple or gathering for virtual Nitnem circles—these daily rituals keep the Khalsa spirit alive. Even on the busiest days, those early morning verses and moments of selfless service act like a spiritual compass, pointing straight toward hope, unity and unwavering faith.