Sikhs have been living in the United States for 125 years, and today their population stands at around 700,000. Amarjit Singh, a Sikh based in the U.S. and former President of the Gurdwara Sahib Stockton committee, emphasizes the importance of Gurdwaras to the Sikh community.
The Nishan Sahib represents Sikhs in body, mind, and action. It declares their physical, mental, and spiritual independence, emphasizing unity under its protection.
“Inhale Sat, Exhale Naam" guides us in preparing to shed our physical form fearlessly.
The gurdwara's significance extends beyond its spiritual role, as it welcomes a large influx of tourists and devotees every day.
Pvt. Buckam Singh's resting place at Kitchener Mount Hope Cemetery is the only military grave of a Sikh soldier in Canada from the World Wars.
Baba Sewa Singh, honored with the Padma Shri in 2010, a prestigious civilian award, has made significant contributions.
The Nihangs played a vital role in expanding the Sikh empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh in northern India.
In the Khalsa Panth, Mata Bhag Kaur ji (Mai Bhago)is remembered with great reverence. Mata Bhag Kaur Ji teaches us to go beyond just caring about stuff and become someone that history will always remember.