It was in the Vesakhi of 1508 Guru Nanak Ji, during the course of his first UDASI, arrived at Haridwar, and shared the message of the TRUTH with the people.
Virtual Kirtan Darbar with the Sikh Community of Southern California
Guru Ji just spoke to me and said what was in my heart and mind. Guru Ji has accepted me into his beloved court and I'm ready to live the rest of my life as Khalsa
Khalsa, the pure life, unwavering life, valorous life, veracious life, vehement life, victorious life..
Traditionally, the Khalsa ideology restores dignity to the working fraternity through Guru Nanak’s trilogy principle of God-centred life of honest work and sharing. According to one writer, “Sikhi is actively shaping and strengthening the current farmer protests. Iconography of the Sikh faith (orange colours, the Khanda symbol) has a heavy presence both at Indian and diaspora demonstrations”.
Yet, the Sikh tradition is inherently diverse. Born within a multicultural context, the Sikh tradition can teach us much about pluralism, equity, embracing difference, care and compassion for others through Oneness.
These Sikh beliefs are important and relevant everywhere in the world, including America. They are similar to the values that Americans cherish and seek to live by.
“Without hesitation, I knew I wanted to donate 100% of the money to food banks. This was my way to utilize my unique position to do seva.”
Sikhism’s core principles include equality, generosity, openness, and compassion. Sikh Heritage Month is an opportunity to reflect on the pivotal role that Sikh communities have played, and continue to play, in building a stronger and consciously more inclusive Canada.