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Sach Khand is a term used in Sikhism to denote an individual's union with God.
Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, has described a hierarchy of five spiritual levels in the Japji Sahib. The highest, and ultimate level, in this hierarchy is known as the Sach Khand.At this level, one attains a mystical union with God. For reaching the level of Sach Khand, one has to ascend progressively through four lower levels--Dharam Khand, Gian Khand,Saram Khand, and Karam Khand.
Many Sikhs conceptualize Sach Khand not as a mystical state transcending death, but as a "heavenly abode"—a place where one's spirit goes after death.
References
- ^ Mansukhani, Gobind Singh (1977). Introduction to Sikhism. Hemkunt Press. p. 71.
- McLeod, W.H. (2005). Historical Dictionary of Sikhism (2nd ed). Scarecrow Press. p. 175.