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The Guru Granth Sahib is not revered as a deity or image but as the embodiment of Gurbani, the divine Word, revealed directly from the Supreme to the Guru. Gurbani is not a product of human speculation but a sacred revelation bestowed upon chosen individuals at the pinnacle of consciousness, transcending ordinary human experience.

The Guru Granth Sahib holds a unique position among all religious scriptures, serving as the eternal spiritual guide for Sikhs. It embodies the collective wisdom of the ten Sikh Gurus, representing the divine essence in the form of the Shabad Guru Granth Sahib.

When a Kaur discovers or shapes herself, she finds connection within a community. This process helps her develop as a unique individual with her own physical appearance, personality, and beliefs.

Sikh literature, with its diverse array of texts, narratives, and poetry, serves as a gateway to comprehending the essence of Sikhism, its values, and its evolution over time.

The Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture of Sikhism, contains the writings of revered Sufi saints like Baba Fareed from the Chishtiyyah Sufi order. It is a clear indication of how the holy scripture shows the interconnectedness of spiritual traditions.

Retirement usually means the end of work for most people, but for Iqbal Singh, it marked the start of a new chapter. Fondly known as "Babaji" by those close to him, Singh, now 89, didn't slow down after retiring as the director of agriculture in Himachal Pradesh.

While spirituality in Sikhism is rooted in notions of “soundless sound”, the devotion in SIkh religion is often expressed through anhad naad’s counterpoint: audible music.

“After thorough contemplation with other Singh Sahibs we have decided to declare ban on the use of the title by any Sikh individual,” he said, adding that the title could only be used for Sikh gurus — from Sri Guru Nanak Dev to Sri Guru Granth Sahib.

On the Vaisakhi festival in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh created a dedicated community of Sikhs called the Khalsa Panth. In a symbolic gesture, he bowed before its representatives, signifying the transfer of his earthly leadership .