Throughout all the events of 1984, the spark (or as I like to say, the spirit) of the Akal Takht never went out. Sure, its physical infrastructure might have been destroyed, but the powerful force it held within people’s hearts could never be touched. This force is what compelled Sikhs (men, women, and children) from across the region to reconstruct it again, piece by piece, brick by brick
The glorious days of Akal Takht with its vibrancy, transparency, independence, more inclusive and representative culture can be our reality again. We need to learn from history, see how those skills can be implemented under present circumstances. A humble and technologically savvy leader at the helm, along with federal structure and assisted equally committed second tier leadership can unite the faithful by his forthright leadership.
They face issues regarding finance, housing, and gaining refugee status in the country. By earning refugee status, Afghan Sikhs will be allowed to stay in a new country permanently and start a new life.
We all have an innate wisdom that guides us to return to our spiritual selves over and over again – a constant mantra, a daily rhythm, an inner beat that signals that return several times a day. It is a choice to listen.
By earning refugee status, Afghan Sikhs will be allowed to stay in a new country permanently and start a new life. You can help the Afghan Sikhs by sending a letter to your local politicians urging them to provide refugee status in the United States. I have written a draft of this letter which can be found on my website:
We can add our prayers for protection and healing, even while supporting the practical efforts of many organizations doing seva on the ground.
I feel humbled to review this volume as its beauty and relevance surpasses all that has been written about GURU NANAK during the last 551 years for the English speaking world.
Wracked with pain about being othered, I dressed up like Captain America. Here’s what happened.
I come to you in humility for my Heart has spoken its need to deeply and completely join with yours and to offer you these words that have arisen from the wellspring of Love, from my heart and soul to yours.