The Amrit Sanchaar ceremony is one of the most important ceremonies in Sikhi, marking the spiritual rebirth of individuals into the Khalsa Panth. Over time, however, some changes have been made to how this sacred ritual is performed, moving away from the original practices passed down
Read MoreIf you’re new to Sikhi and looking for insightful books to guide you on your spiritual journey, you’re in the right place. In this list, weâve curated three must-read books that provide a deep introduction to Sikh teachings, philosophy, and spirituality. These books will not only
Read MoreThe article, titled “Parallel Parkash: An Analysis of the Evidence Presented in Sri Guru Granth Sahib and Sikh History” by Dr. Dapinder Singh (U.K.), discusses the issue of performing ‘parallel parkash’ (enthroning side-by-side) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib and Sri Dasam Granth. The author argues that such a practice is against Sikh doctrines and traditions,
Read MoreThe 52 Hukams (52 Commandments) are a set of guidelines given by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, to the Sikh community. These instructions outline how Sikhs should live their lives, practice their faith, and serve society. They are a blend of spiritual, ethical, and practical guidance, encouraging
Read MoreIn recent times, some individuals have argued that it is incorrect to refer to Guru Sahib as “Guru Nanak Dev Ji,” suggesting that the addition of “Dev” was a distortion influenced by Hindus to claim Guru Nanak Sahib Ji as part of Hinduism. Instead, they advocate
Read MoreGuru Nanak Dev Jiâs Gurpurab will be celebrated by millions of Sikhs around the world this week, yet the majority will celebrate without truly knowing who He is. Most Sikhs misunderstand Guru Sahibâs identity and status in the world. For instance, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
Read MoreIn Gurmat, the concept of liberation (mukti) differs greatly from other spiritual traditions. Gurmat presents a unique perspective on salvation, emphasizing a deeper, more holistic approach to achieving union with the Divine. Below is a breakdown of how this liberation is understood and attained within Gurmat.
Read MoreWhen the evil Harnakash started committing cruelty and wrongdoing, the devotee Prahlad was born in his family to oppose him. āĻāĻ°āĻŋ āĻđāĻ°āĻĢāĻūāĻāĻļāĻž āĻĶāĐāĻĪ āĻĶāĐ āĻāĻēāĻ°āĻŋ āĻāĻĩāĻēāĐ āĻāĻāĻĪāĐ āĻŠāĐāĻ°āĻđāĻŋāĻēāĻūāĻĶ āĨĪPrahlad, the saint, was born in the house of demon (king) Haranakhas like a lotus is born in
Read MoreSome people have doubts, saying, “You claim that Dhruv and Prahladâs spiritual status was very high, but they did not attain âSatnam.â Yet, there is a verse in Gurbani that says, âāĻ°āĻūāĻŪ āĻāĻŠāĻ āĻāĐāĻ āĻāĻļāĐ āĻāĻļāĐ āĨĨ āĻ§āĐāĻ°āĐ āĻŠāĐāĻ°āĻđāĻŋāĻēāĻūāĻĶ āĻāĻŠāĻŋāĻ āĻđāĻ°āĻŋ āĻāĐāĻļāĐ āĨĨāЧāĨĨâ Does this mean
Read MoreAnand Karaj is the Sikh marriage ceremony, a sacred and joyous union where the couple commits to living their lives together according to Sikh principles. Some Important Points 1. A Sikh man and woman should enter wedlock without considering the future spouseâs caste and descent. 2.
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