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Why Sri Guru Amardas Ji’s “Origin Story” is Unsound

In Ithyaasic tradition, a common narrative circulates unchallenged regarding Sri Guru Amardas Ji, suggesting that he was originally a Vaishnav before becoming a disciple of Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji, and that he had originally been ignorant of the existence of Guru Angad Dev Ji. The story goes

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Sikh Achievers Shaping the World

Bhai Vir Singh, Sir Sunder Singh Majithia โ€” Founders of the First Sikh Bank In 1908, they founded Punjab & Sind Bank to empower Sikh farmers, small traders, and the broader community through ethical, community-rooted banking. It symbolized economic self-reliance for Sikhs. Sardar Manmohan Singh โ€”

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Sikhi Through the Eyes of Western Geniuses

1) Franรงois Bernier (1625โ€“1688) “The Sikhs are a people who seek neither the luxuries of life nor violent conquest, but who value honor, courage, and equality above all.” (French physician and traveler) 2) Father Catrou (1659โ€“1737) “Gobind Singh was a man of extraordinary talents, bravery, and

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The significance of Sikh initiation: Amrit Sanchar

Initiation is an essential step before joining the Khalsa Panth. Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji formalized this practice with the establishment of the Khalsa in 1699, laying the foundation for a distinct Sikh identity rooted in discipline and devotion. Khande-Di-Pahul (the Amrit of the double-edged sword)

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The Sikh perspective on caste and identity

Gurmat strictly rejects and condemns any form of caste-based discrimination. If an individual uses their surname to assert caste superiority over others, this is against the principles of Sikhi. เจœเจพเจฃเจนเฉ เจœเฉ‹เจคเจฟ เจจ เจชเฉ‚เจ›เจนเฉ เจœเจพเจคเฉ€ เจ†เจ—เฉˆ เจœเจพเจคเจฟ เจจ เจนเฉ‡ เฅฅเฉงเฅฅ เจฐเจนเจพเจ‰ เฅฅRecognize the Lordโ€™s Light within all,

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The Sikh perspective on organ donation

Sikhi emphasizes selflessness, compassion, and the importance of noble deeds. Among such acts, organ donation stands out as a profound way to help others. Sikhi encourages generosity and service to humanity, making organ donation a natural extension of these values. Sikhs generally recognize brain death as

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The Sikh Perspective on Relationships and Emotional Intimacy

Sikhi provides clear guidance on maintaining purity in relationships and emphasizes self-discipline in interactions with the opposite gender. Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s teachings highlight the importance of seeing others with a lens of respect and dignity, establishing clear boundaries that prevent both physical and emotional intimacy

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What is Bairaag, and why does it bring overwhelming emotions?

When listening to Keertan, if you find yourself overwhelmed with emotion and unable to control your tears, know that this is Bairaag. It is a natural and uncontrollable state where one’s heart longs for the Guru so intensely that even a moment without Him feels unbearable.

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The martyrdom of Bhai Subeg Singh Ji and Bhai Shahbaaz Singh Ji at the hands of Islamic tyrants

March 25 marks the Shaheedi Divas (martyrdom day) of Shaheed Bhai Subeg Singh Ji and Shaheed Bhai Shahbaaz Singh Ji. Every day in Ardas, we remember and honor those great Sikhs who were tortured on spiked wheels (เจšเจฐเจ•เฉ€เจ†เจ‚ เจคเฉ‡ เจšเฉœเฉ‡) for refusing to give up their

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What is relationship of the appended Raagmala with Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji?

A complete reading of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji begins with Sri Japji Sahib, excluding the first eighteen pages, which consist of the title page, table of contents, and index. It is universally accepted by all Sikhs that these eighteen pages are not part of

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