German Blitz ...we recall some of the earliest Sikh families living in London at the time. Like every other London family these pioneer immigrants took shelter in underground stations, the crypts of churches and in improvised shelters.
Some thoughts on living as a Sikh and being on a spiritual path in a supportive and heart centered way.
ਇਕਨੈ ਭਾਂਡੇ ਸਾਜਿਐ ਇਕੁ ਚਾਨਣੁ ਤਿਹੁ ਲੋਇ ॥ eikanai bhaanddae saajiai eik chaanan thihu loe || The One Lord has fashioned the vessels, and His One Light pervades the three worlds. ਏਕੋ ਪਵਣੁ ਮਾਟੀ ਸਭ ਏਕਾ ਸਭ ਏਕਾ ਜੋਤਿ ਸਬਾਈਆ ॥ eaeko pavan maattee sabh eaekaa sabh eaekaa joth sabaaeeaa || There is only one breath; all are made of the same clay; the light within all is the same.
Submission is when you can tell Waheguru Ji from your heart that you are happy to live in His will, and really mean it and believe it inside.
While I was growing up, I almost drowned many times. But it was the very first time this happened, when I was two years old, that I would have drowned for a good reason.
“We were tired of hearing extremes dominate the debate,” said her friend and fellow law student, Matthew Matera. “People are really hungry for an opportunity to say they are looking for common ground and respectful dialogue. They want to find productive ways to talk to each other.”
“As a British Sikh woman this is a huge honor to be included along with other elite achievers throughout the globe, who truly exemplify the phenomenal achievements of Indians that have contributed to our global accomplishments.”
When I say that "The Battle continues.....", I simply mean the battle which has no end. A battle between the GOOD and the EVIL which is on for eternity. But what role does my SIKHI (Learning spirit) play in it? It simply helps me explore and feel...
Consistent with the Sikh obligation to defend human rights for all people, the Sikh Coalition rejects bigotry toward Muslims. We support the right of Muslims to worship in peace, and we condemn threats to burn their religious scriptures.
“He was very dedicated, almost maniacal, about his studies. He always finished everything he said he was going to do. And his commitment to educating people about his faith is extraordinary,” Raider said. “He wanted people to understand who Sikhs are.”