First of all, according to the Gur-pankiti, “ਉਦਮੁ ਕਰਿ ਹਰਿ ਜਾਪਣਾ” (Make the effort and chant the Lord’s Name), a devotee of Naam must wake up with effort and dedication. Moreover, this rising should happen about one and a quarter watches before dawn (early morning), because
Read MoreGurmat Ahaar Bibek (Dietary Bibek) is an important part of the Rehat instilled by Sri Dasmesh Ji, and without keeping this Rehat, the state of Chardi Kala can never be attained. Bhai Sahib Bhai Randhir Singh was a Brahmgiani Gursikh, who had Darshan of Vaahiguroo and
Read MoreGuru Nanak Dev Ji’s 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 Sahib’s identity and status in the world. For instance, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
Read MoreIn today’s world, some parents, for psychological reasons, choose not to introduce their children to any specific religion. They believe that children should grow up and independently choose their own beliefs and spiritual path. These parents often refrain from providing religious or moral instruction, assuming that
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 Moreਅਕਾਲ ਪੁਰਖ ਕੀ ਦੇਹ ਮਹਿ ਕੋਟਕ ਬਿਸਨ ਮਹੇਸ ॥ ਕੋਟਿ ਇੰਦ੍ਰ ਬ੍ਰਹਮਾ ਕਿਤੇ, ਰਵਿ ਸਸਿ ਕੋਟ ਜਲੇਸ ॥੧॥– Sri Dasam Granth According to this utterance of Sri Dashmesh Ji, and with references from Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, it is clearly established that Sri Akal Purakh,
Read MoreMany of our meat-eating brothers say that Sri Dasam Guru Ji slaughtered goats through Jhatka to teach the Sikhs how to strike down enemies and instill strength (Bir Ras) in them. In response to this, we ask them that if Sri Dasmesh Ji intended to teach
Read MoreBaba Farid Ji was a contemporary of Guru Nanak Sahib. Although he was originally a Muslim, through the company of Guru Sahib, he became a dedicated Gurmukh devotee of the Guru’s house, which is why his hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib Ji. These
Read MoreUnderstanding sperm donationSperm donation refers to a man providing his semen, usually through a clinic or sperm bank, so that it may be used to help achieve a pregnancy for a woman who is not his partner. This is generally done through medical techniques such as
Read MoreGurbani guides us with clarity and wisdom: ਪਰ ਤ੍ਰਿਅ ਰੂਪੁ ਨ ਪੇਖੈ ਨੇਤ੍ਰ ॥“Do not let your eyes gaze upon the beauty of another in a lustful manner.”(Sukhmani Sahib, Ang 274) In Sikhi, relationships before marriage, such as having boyfriends or girlfriends, are considered immodest and
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