Definition:

The definition of Anand is sublime bliss.
Karaj means business, or any affair having to do with work.

Anand and Karaj put together is suggestive of a sublime affair.

Anand Karaj is the Sikh term used for wedding, signifying the blissful business of marriage.

The Anand Karaj ceremony is conducted as outlined in the Sikhism code of conduct. The bride, groom and wedding party gather in the presence of the holy scripture Guru Granth Sahib.


A series of eight or more hymns including the hymns of Laav are sung as the bride and groom complete four wedding rounds.

More:
All About Sikh Wedding Ceremony and Marriage Customs

Pronunciation: Stress in on second syllable of both A naand and car raaj.

Alternate Spellings: Gurmukhi Spelling of Anand Illustrated

Common Misspellings: Anaand Karaaj

Examples:

Guru Arjan Dev Wrote:

"Bha-ee kripaa naanak satsangae too dhan pir anand oulaasaa hae||5||
When the Lord becomes Merciful, O Nanak, then in the congregation of truthful ones, the bride and the husband enjoy the ecstasy of bliss." ||5||SGGS||1072

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