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Does Bachittar Natak Link Sikhs to Hinduism? Unveiling Truth

In the Bachittar Natak, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru, mentions his ancestral lineage tracing back to Lav and Kush, the sons of Rama. This historical reference has been misinterpreted by some to suggest that Sikhs are Hindus. Such arguments, however, fail under rational

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Sexual Grooming of Sikh Girls by Muslim Men in the UK

The issue of sexual grooming of Sikh girls by Muslim men in the UK has been a significant concern. Various reports and studies indicate that this problem has been ongoing for decades. This phenomenon involves a systematic and manipulative approach by perpetrators to exploit young Sikh

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Is Guru Granth Sahib a compilation of Hindu & Islamic texts?

Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, stands as a unique and unparalleled religious text. Unlike many other religious scriptures that were compiled after their prophets had passed away, Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji was compiled by the Sikh Gurus themselves. Misconceptions About Borrowed Texts A common misconception

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Is Killing Pests and Insects a Sin in Sikhi?

Understanding whether killing pests and insects is a sin involves looking at the reasons behind the action. In Sikhi, no action is always sinful (paap) or virtuous (punn) by itself. The intention and situation are what matter. For example, everyone agrees that killing a person is

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What’s the meaning of the word ਕੁਠਾ (kutha)?

Some people believe that ਕੁਠਾ (kutha) means slaughtered meat of an animal in ritualistic Islamic religious tradition i.e. Halal. But The word ਕੁਠਾ (kutha) simply means to “kill or destroy or butcher”; alternatively, it can mean meat (the product of killing, butchering, destroying). there is no

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Debunking Adnan Rashid’s False Claims about Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji

In the video below Adnan Rashid who is an Islamic preacher is making false claim that Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, the ninth guru of the Sikhs, was devastating the Punjab. He was devastating villages. He was creating chaos. He was killing people, including Muslims, in many of the

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What is the meaning of word Sant in Gurbani?

In Gurbani, the word “Sant” has many different meanings. In Gurbani, it has at least these meanings: 1. Vaheguru2. Guru Sahib – Singular3. Guru Sahib – Plural4. Bhagat Jan, Gursikh – Singular5. Bhagats, Gursikhs – Plural This word can have one of the aforementioned meanings depending

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Do Sikhs worship Hindu Gods?

No, Sikhs do not worship Hindu gods. Sikhism is a distinct religion with its own set of beliefs and practices, and its followers, known as Sikhs, believe in the worship of one God (Waheguru). The sacred verses from Gurbani, clearly prohibit Sikhs from engaging in the

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Is it right to count the paaths of Gurbani?

Many Gursikhs do ਪਾਠ (recitations) of Gurbani by counting, aiming to complete a certain number of recitations of Sri Japji Sahib, Sri Sukhmani Sahib, or Sri Anand Sahib in a day. Many recite the Mool Mantar for hours, and many Sikhs chant the name of Waheguru

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Benefits of Reading Sri Sukhmani Sahib Daily for Inner Peace

Sri Sukhmani Sahib holds a special place in the hearts of devout Sikhs. This sacred Bani, composed by Guru Arjan Dev Ji, offers immense spiritual benefits and serves as a guiding light for individuals seeking solace and connection with Waheguru. For those committed to Sikhi, incorporating

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