Though we enjoy our freedom we tend to overlook the enormous cost that was paid to secure that freedom. We owe a great debt of gratitude to our soldiers past and present who have paid the price with their lives.
It is the birthday of Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism, today and we wish his teachings stay with us and always inspire us.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji methodically tells the tale of the Sodhi dynasty in his composition of Bachittar Natak (Wondrous Drama) within Sri Dasam Granth.
Our compassionate Guru who hugged sinners, thieves and bandits showed them the path of righteousness and transformed their lives.
A small settlement, a hundred miles from Kampala, Uganda, is named ‘Bamu Nanika’ which the locals revere for its spiritual powers.
Guru Teghbahadar Sahib’s life and legacy is unparalleled in the annals of world history. He proclaimed: “Be very clear in your mind, the insightful person is the one who doesn’t fear anyone nor frightens anyone.”
One of the most beautiful ways to honor our great Guru is to share the spirit that he brought. This spirit is one of tolerance, and of not getting caught up in religious ritualism.
The Exhibit is focused on an educational vision to develop greater appreciation of our own and others that form the tapestry of faiths that enrich our universe.
This article is based on excerpts from the Spirit of the Sikh written by Professor Puran Singh in 1920's and published by Punjabi University Patiala in two volumes during 1982. This is Part IV of V.
“I told the villagers I couldn’t do my work without touching it. Even then, the frowning sewadars would watch over me. Within a month, I restored their faith,” she said.