Befitting tribute to Guru Nanak Dev, he has put his entire body and soul to commemorate the 550th year!
And to those on the Gurdwara committees, how about inviting the local police department to a diwan? I've already seen some Gurdwaras doing this and it is having a positive effect on the Sikh community. Better yet, it would be really awesome if we could invite TSA agents to come, sit down, and have langar with us.
Soni Kaur Singh reflects on Gurbani and discusses how the Sikh Panth can do better to achieve the Guru’s vision of equality
Gurdeep Singh Waryah ~ very passionate about serving the community
I was living on the south coast of Chile and building my home in a beautiful place where the river and the ocean join together and where we are surrounded by forest, rain and rainbows. My teacher gave me a tape with the words “Japji Sahib” written on top. Now I understand the power of that gift, because it was the beginning of my Journey on this Spiritual Path that changed my life.
It was deep and sweet, and filled every gap in every prayer uttered there that morning. I smelt them in my heart.
“We are very thankful to them for being so thoughtful and kind towards their Sikh brothers and sisters. This truly is a reflection of the deep seated human values among various communities across the border. This shows that common people have nothing but love for each other contrary to the common held opinion and how it is portrayed in the media.”
The next time you’re at the Gurdwara or hear Kirtan being sung, take the time to actively listen to the words and try to understand the greater meaning. From there, ask yourself, how can I apply this to my life? Even if you’re only able to do part of that, then you’ve realized the greatest gift that Kirtan has for us – the connection to Gurbani!
He converted to Sikhism in the 1860s and died in his London home on March 15, 1913. His deep understanding and sympathy for the people of Punjab and their religious traditions made him a popular civil servant with the people of Punjab, but it also brought him into conflict with the English community in India.
Ben & Jerry’s and NSC will be working together long term to further each other’s mission and values.