Spiritual Names

Embracing the spiritual path

Entering a spiritual path is a rebirth. We are born to a new life, a new experience, a new understanding of what defines us. It is a tradition in many spiritual paths to receive a new name. Yogi Bhajan gave spiritual names based on numerology (ie, your date of birth) and the Siri Guru Granth Sahib (this is the collected writings of many of the Sikh Gurus and other saints and sages of the 15th and 16th centuries; it is seen by Sikhs as a living Guru).

Women are given a name followed by Kaur (princess) and men Singh (lion), giving the name nobility and courage.
Your spiritual name unfolds your deepest self. Every time you hear people speak your name, it is a reminder of the true Self. The more you vibrate it, the more effect it has.

Some people combine it with their legal name or adopt it full time or choose to be called by it only when they teach.

The Benefits of a Spiritual Name

One of the greatest benefits of using a spiritual name is the effect that occurs physically, when you (or others) speak it.
The words are comprised of mantric sounds ( Naad ) that stimulate the energy
meridians of the body when pronounced.
This actually changes and upgrades brain activity.
The effect of the Naad is subtle and also very powerful. Another benefit is the meaning of the name: the
meaning gives a concept and a vision of your spiritual identity.
Receiving a spiritual name is a gateway for you to inherit your most elevated destiny.
Taking and using a name is a guide toward a deeper awareness of who you are.
Meditate on your spiritual name. Go deeply into its sound vibration and meaning.
Receive it as a gift from the Divine.