The Four Laavan of the Anand Karaj and Their Meaning

The heart of the Anand Karaj is the Laavan — four shabads composed by Guru Ram Das Ji. As each is sung, the couple circle Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, symbolising their journey together towards Waheguru.

The First Laav

The first round emphasises embracing righteousness and duty, and beginning married life centred on the Guru's teachings.

The Second and Third Laav

The second speaks of meeting the True Guru and the melting away of ego; the third of the awakening of divine love and detachment from worldly attachment.

The Fourth Laav

The fourth round celebrates the union of the soul with Waheguru — harmony, contentment and the couple's shared path fulfilled. With it, the marriage is complete.

A Spiritual Union

The Laavan frame marriage not merely as a social contract but as two souls journeying together in faith. It is this meaning that gives the Anand Karaj its depth.

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