Browsing Tag: Bandi Chhor Divas

President Obama Recognizes Bandi Chhor Divas and Diwali

Last week the Coalition along with guests from the Sikh community participated enthusiastically in a White House Diwali Reception with President Barack Obama.
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Bandi Chhor Divas

Hundreds of candles lining the walkways and porch in front of Gurdwara Sahib Guru Nanak Dwara in Phoenix, AZ, cast a warm glow upon delighted young faces. Little children carefully and reverently carry their very own candles to place before the Guru...
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Poem on Diwali

I lit the candles of knowledge in the dark night ~ So the darkness of ignorance may be dispelled Kindle the lamps of hope in every home ~ So all hearts be thrilled with festive joy
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Celebrating Diwali ~ Bandi Chhor Divas

I realize how important it is for all of us to celebrate our festivals and special occasions that mark our own traditions; it strengthens our roots. I offer that it is also enriching to spread out our branches and participate in the festivities and cultural events of other faiths. By sowing the seeds of understanding and honoring diverse traditions, we will perhaps make life on our shared planet a tad more harmonious.
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