Shabad

Shabad is a genre of devotional music that originated in the Sikh tradition. It is typically sung in the Punjabi language and is based on the teachings of the Sikh Gurus. The lyrics of Shabad are usually composed in the form of hymns and are often accompanied by musical instruments such as the harmonium, tabla, and dholak. The music is typically slow and meditative, and is meant to be a form of spiritual contemplation.