Gurmat Articles

Timeless Wisdom of Gurbani vs. Islam’s Ethical Inconsistencies

Some Muslims argue that Guru Sahib did not speak against certain harmful practices, but this claim does not withstand scrutiny. Guru Sahib’s teachings in Gurbani clearly denounce immoral and unjust customs, both past and present, because the divine message is rooted in eternal principles that form

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Understanding Forced Conversions: A Comparison between Sikhi and Islam

Religion shapes how people live and think, often guiding their values and actions. One topic that stirs discussion is how religions approach conversions, especially whether it’s okay to force someone to change their faith. Forced conversions happen when someone is made to adopt a religion against

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What is the Sikh Perspective on the Christian Concept of God’s Sacrifice?

In Christianity, it is believed that God sent Jesus Christ to die as a sacrifice for the sins of humanity, offering redemption and salvation to those who accept it through faith and repentance. Sin persists not because this sacrifice was ineffective, but because humans possess free

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How Sikhi differs from Christianity in explaining the creation of the universe

The concept of how the universe came into being is one of the central themes addressed by many religions. Christianity and Sikhi both recognize a Creator, yet their explanations of how creation unfolded are significantly different, both in process and perspective. The Christian explanation The Bible,

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The Oppression of Women in the Bible vs. The Empowerment of Women in Sikhi

In the Bible, women are often seen as inferior to men. The scriptures suggest that women have a lower status compared to men, and many biblical teachings reflect this view. For instance, the Bible mentions that women’s roles are limited, and at times, they are even

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

According to the Sikh Rehat Maryada and Sri Akal Takhat Sahib, Raagmala is not Gurbani and not authored by the Sikh Gurus. It appears only in the appendix of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, a section historically used by scribes to include supplementary material. This status

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If all paths truly lead to the same destination, then why was Sikhi established?

Some people believe that Sikhi teaches all religions are equal and lead to the same destination, but that is not true. Sikhi, or Gurmat (the teachings of the Guru), has always been presented as a unique and distinct path from the very beginning. Sikhi teaches that

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True Divinity Needs No Declaration: Gurmat’s Stand on Krishna

Krishna is regarded as an Avtaar (incarnation) of Vishnu. Like all human beings, he is known for his noble deeds but was also susceptible to making mistakes. He was blessed with physical beauty and possessed supernatural abilities expected of an Avtaar. While delivering spiritual guidance to

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Not Krishna, but the Karta Purakh Behind All: Gurbani’s Praise is Always for Waheguru

Throughout Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Vaheguru is glorified through references to well-known figures and concepts from the cultural and religious context of the time, individuals who were widely regarded as great or divine. In this particular Shabad (sacred hymn), terms like Krishna, Mata Devki, and

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Krishna’s Claim of Supremacy: A Gurmat Perspective on Divine Incarnations

Krishna is believed to be an Avtaar (incarnation) of the deity Vishnu. Like all mortals, he performed many noble deeds, but he was not free from shortcomings. He possessed exceptional beauty and divine powers, attributes typically associated with Avtaars. During the battlefield discourse with Arjuna, Krishna

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