The Surs of Shah Jo Risalo

The word " Sur" means a mode of singing .In all there are 30 Surs in Shah Jo Risalo. In Indian classical music, its " Rag" and Raginis" are sung at different times of day and night. In Risalo the Surs are named according to their subject matter . The underlying theme is how the individual is to cultivate the godly attributes, negate his ego so as to evolve to a better human being.