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Baba Nihal Singh Ji Harian Belan, Tarna Dal, speaking about Sri Guru Har Rai Sahib Maharaj, giving darshan to advise Sikhs on not killing animals

Baba Nihal Singh Ji Harian Belan, Tarna Dal Baba Nihal Singh Ji has held these views for many, many years and has openly reiterated their stance on these matters numerous times. This is nothing new for them or their Dal. They have even ensured that this

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FACT CHECK: Fake Hukamnama used to prove Akal Takht Sahib endorses eating meat

When Sikhs search the internet to understand whether meat consumption is permitted in Sikhi, they often encounter a confident‑sounding claim: This statement appears across blogs, forums, social media posts, and even on Wikipedia. Because it is repeated so frequently, many assume it must be grounded in

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How should one show respect to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and Pothi Sahibs?

ਬਾਣੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੁਰੂ ਹੈ ਬਾਣੀ ਵਿਚਿ ਬਾਣੀ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤੁ ਸਾਰੇ ॥ਗੁਰੁ ਬਾਣੀ ਕਹੈ ਸੇਵਕੁ ਜਨੁ ਮਾਨੈ ਪਰਤਖਿ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਿਸਤਾਰੇ ॥੫॥“The Word, the Bani is Guru, and Guru is the Bani. Within the Bani all the Ambrosial Nectar is contained. If His humble servant believes, and acts according

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Can sikhs get tattoos?

You Already Have an Identity Tattoos are often seen as a way to express who you are. But in Sikhi, identity is not something you need to create — it is something you are given. The Guru has already given Sikhs a complete and distinct identity

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Why Shouldn’t a Sikh Tie His Beard?

In this dark age of Kalyug, the Sikh identity, once shining brightly with divine grace, is under constant threat. Many Sikhs today are seen abandoning their sacred Kes (unshorn hair), becoming apostates. Even among those who maintain their Kes, a concerning practice has spread – tying

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Can Amritdhari Sikh women wear mehndi or decorate their nails?

Sikhi gives the highest respect and dignity to women. In Sikhi, a woman’s value is never tied to decorating the body or altering her appearance to please others. True beauty is the form that Vaheguru created you in and taking care of that. The very idea

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Is Makeup allowed in Sikhi?

In today’s world, makeup is a big part of beauty standards, influenced by media and businesses. But in Sikhi, the human body is seen as a gift from Guru Sahib Ji, given to us to do bhagti (devotion) and reach mukti (liberation). This article looks at

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The Importance of Rehit in the Journey to Meet Waheguru

In the spiritual journey of a Sikh, the ultimate goal is to unite with Waheguru. To reach this divine union of Waheguru, Guru Sahib is our guide, our source, and the path leading to Waheguru. However, the path to Waheguru is not direct or simple. There

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Anand Karaj: The Sacred Sikh Marriage Ceremony

Anand 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 spouse’s caste and descent. 2.

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