Rabindranath Tagore, a Nobel Laureate, was a great philosopher, poet, writer and truly a legend. He studied the Sikh Religion and history and was very impressed by the splendid philosophy of Sikhism and the Sikh way of life. When the 'Jallianwala Bagh Massacre' took place he was so deeply pained , that he returned his Knighthood...
The Sikhs of Dayton joined in the celebration with enthusiasm and vigor. The flag hoisting ceremony (above) was performed by Victor Zimmer, the Color Guard of ROTC from the Wright State University Engineering Department, followed by the National Anthem and the Oath of Allegiance.
Since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, Sikhs have reported a rise in bias attacks, both verbal and physical, against them. The backlash that hit Muslims across the country has expanded to include them and their faith as well, with some assuming the sight of a long beard and turbaned head can only mean one thing.
My ! how we've grown since July 11, 1987 — as a global population. Back then there were five billion of us crowding this planet. The United Nations declared July 11 of that year "Five Billion Day" to mark the estimated date on which we reached that milestone. Sometime this year — the UN figures around Oct. 31 — global population will hit seven billion.
I just kept taking the opportunities that He gave me and my family and here I am! It just goes to show you, dream big and Waheguru will give you a way to fulfill the destiny that you were put on this Earth to do.
There are songs about love and songs about hate, but in the end it’s your own fate, your own life to create, your own character to shape, NEVER fake.
Another fact that was very obvious at this gathering was that Wai Young has brought her community together. Individuals from every different ethnic group in her riding were present. This is about bridging the gaps and working together. The Sikh community was very well represented at the non political gathering.
It's been more than 10 years since the trees have formed part of the couple's life. Though the space of plantation is not large, their passion for gardening is immense.
Since we have such a small university, there are more opportunities to volunteer in a research lab, or even become a paid research assistant. The NSERC USRA award is granted every March to capable and enthusiastic students to undertake summer research projects.
This is who I am, this is what I believe and where I feel comfortable. I imagine that in the past Sikhs would have lived / looked like this, they would be proud of this identity and uniqueness that assists in spiritual development.