Nishan Sahib was first raised by the third Sikh Guru, Dhan Guru Amar Das Patshah Ji, at Goindwal Sahib. In Gurbani, it is clearly mentioned that the religious flag, the Nishan, of Dhan Guru Amar Das Patshah Ji was white in colour. The white colour is
Read MoreGurbani rejects slavery: Gurbani teaches that Vaheguru is Kind and Just to all, so a Just Creator cannot be pleased with slavery or exploitation in the name of religion. It clearly condemns all forms of exploitation, coercion, and slavery. Equality ends slavery: While many traditions justified slavery in their
Read MoreA common question is often raised. Why do some Sikhs believe that Langar prepared by a Patit, such as a Mona, an adulterer, or a tobacco user, is not acceptable for the Khalsa of Guru Sahib? Isn’t love enough? If someone prepares Langar with prem, should
Read MoreBhai Sahib Randhir Singh Ji (1878–1961) was a renowned freedom fighter, reformer, theologian, and a key figure in the Lahore Conspiracy Case. He was also the first person to be imprisoned during the Gurdwara Reform Movement. In the early decades of the 20th century, when the
Read MoreThe Sikh Rehat Maryada is the guiding document that establishes the foundational code for both personal conduct and community life among Sikhs. The standards set forth in this document are observed at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the supreme Sikh authority, and upheld by the Shiromani Gurdwara
Read MoreNo final Day of Judgment: There is no specific final day when all humans are judged. Instead, divine judgment occurs constantly and individually when one dies. Continuous Divine Justice: Sikhi rejects the idea that souls must wait in their graves for a single, collective Judgment Day before entering
Read MoreMeaning of Amrit: Amrit means A-Mrityu — “without death”; the opposite of Bikh (poison). Naam, Gurbani, Kirtan, and Divine Nectar are all described as Amrit because they bring spiritual life. Purpose of Amrit: Amrit initiation ceremony gives Amrit in the form of Naam (Gur-mantar) and Divine Nectar (Paahul) as unlocking key to the Immortal Vaheguru. Without Amrit, Sach Khand (the Realm of Truth) cannot
Read MoreMeaning of Gurbani: Gurbani means the Word revealed through the Guru — the sacred words and teachings of Vaheguru spoken through the mouth of the Satguru. Divine Source Its source is directly Vaheguru, not any third party or intermediary such as a messenger or angel. Authentic and Sealed: Gurbani was written,
Read MoreIn Sikhi, life is seen as a cycle of birth and death, called Janam-Maran. Every living being is born, lives, dies, and is reborn into a new body. This cycle continues based on one’s actions, or karam. Good deeds and living in harmony with Vaheguru’s will
Read MoreSikhs believe in one God, called Vaheguru, who is the creator, sustainer, and dissolver of everything. Vaheguru is not just energy or an idea, but a living, personal Being who loves everyone equally. In Sikhi, God is more than just a father or master. Vaheguru is
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