Sewa, Simran, Ruhaniyat and Rahit
This title is not meant to be metaphorical; it is a statement on the progression of a ‘Sikh of the Khalsa’ life in this ‘yug’ or age. The human mind…
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Sewa, Simran, Ruhaniyat and Rahit
The Editorial Team has worked tirelessly to curate some wonderful and insightful reads for our December edition. We bring forward the theme – Symbols of Faith through this quarter’s collation of articles and ideas. Happy reading.
Singhs & Turbans: An Illustrative Essay
It is worthy to note that the genesis of the Sikh turban is dual in nature. The socio-political origin generally referenced is Guru Gobind’s attempt to elevate every turbaned individual to the status of a King or Leader, hitherto shattering the hierarchy of obeisance to any human form.
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Singhs & Turbans: An Illustrative Essay
Gurudwaras: Insignias, Symbols, and Practice of Sikhi
Whether the medieval Gurudwara in Amritsar or the postmodern Gurudwara in metropolitan city, people seem to feel similarly when experiencing the space of a Gurudwara. For some, it is a…
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Gurudwaras: Insignias, Symbols, and Practice of Sikhi
Kirpan: The Symbol of Power & Dignity
The Kirpan is a sword, one of the five articles or articles of the Sikh faith. The other four being Kesh (unshorn hair), Kanga (comb), Kara (iron bracelet), and Kachhera…
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Kirpan: The Symbol of Power & Dignity
Sikh Scholar: Professor Sahib Singh
Professor Sahib Singh has been one of the foremost proponents of the study of Sikh scriptures and traditions. He was a scholar par excellence and spread the universal message of…
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Sikh Scholar: Professor Sahib Singh
Symbols of Faith: The December ’20 Theme
What are symbols and what is their impact on society? Surely, there are positive symbols as well as negative ones. How must we distinguish one from another, and what truly…
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Symbols of Faith: The December ’20 Theme
