Guru Ram Das began his life as a humble orphan named Jetha. He used to sell wheat berries in the street near the home of the third Sikh Master, Guru Amar Das. One day, Guru Amar Das called the boy into see him. He saw the spirit of Jetha, his Light, his humility, service and love.
A group of international leaders, known as The Elders, on Wednesday joined forces with the US secretary of state and UN agencies in the battle against the practice of child marriage.
Late last year, the United Nations declared Oct. 11 the International Day of the Girl. Celebrated for the first time this month, the occasion aims to highlight the challenges girls face around the world to gain access to education and other basic rights, and empower them to advocate on their own behalf.
Ten. Eleven. Twelve. Those are the ages that for many girls, the world becomes a much more dangerous place.
What does it take to make people in developed countries more aware of these life-and-death issues happening in what can seem like distant parts of the world?
Seva has been described as a concept which is “embedded in Indian traditions, and is actively promoted by different cultures and faiths - as the core belief is the same - to sacrifice your time and resources for the benefit of others without wanting anything in return”.
In fact, his films have been winning in the category for the last three years says Satdeep. "I make movies that transcend religion and that appeal to everyone. The messages in the films are universal and everyone can relate to it."
There is likely little doubt that over 300 years ago when the 10th Master’s presence graced the earth and he led Sikhs and others into necessary battle, that Sarb Loh (pure iron) was the preferred blade material for Kirpans and possibly swords that might have seen duty in the protection of oneself and the innocent.
ACT, Inc., has selected Parminder Jassal, Ph.D., to head the ACT Foundation as the founding executive director. Dr. Jassal will provide leadership and strategic vision to launch the Foundation with the objective of improving underserved students’ success in both education and the workplace.
What can I possibly add to the exquisite Barah Maha series paintings done by Sardar Devender Singh? After all, he is “the man with the golden brush.”