Shanti Kaur Khalsa shares some historical accounts about the Vaisakhi story. There are several versions and in some of them Guru tricks the crowd by using goats, and in some versions the 5 beloveds actually give their heads. She gives a great perspective on all of these versions.
Conversations with Hargobind from the past into the present and future
He was a man of few words. We had few conversations from the mundane to life affirming and many quiet reflections. I sometimes have conversations with him now informed by memories.
Sikh Meets World Podcast with Manka Dhingra
Dhingra, who won a pivotal election seat in the Washington state legislature, talks about growing up Sikh in the U.S. and her path to her current political career.
'Waheguru' ~ Poem from book "The Fragrance of You"
The sense of Being in this moment...
24 Reasons Sikhs Keep Kesh
Why do Sikhs keep long, un-cut hair? Seriously, give me a good reason! What’s the point of my kesh? Kesh, or uncut hair, is considered to be an essential part of Sikhi. Yet, growing up, no one gave me a convincing answer as to why it is essential or why the Gurus commanded Sikhs to keep long hair.
Audio Stories for Children Re-Launch Now Live!
We are excited to share the launch of our NEW AUDIO STORY: The Boy With Soft Hands
Being Sikh in America After 9/11
On the morning of September 11, 2001, graphic novelist and Sikh Captain America Vishavjit Singh was working in his office just north of New York City. In this illustrated feature, Singh explains how the events of that day changed his life.
A Light of Justice: Commemorating Jaswant Singh Khalra
This week marks the 23rd anniversary of the police abduction of human rights defender Jaswant Singh Khalra, Ensaaf released A Light of Justice: Commemorating Jaswant Singh Khalra.
Queerness, Gender, and Intersecting Identites with Prabhdeep Kehal and Smalls
Through studying higher education, Prabhdeep is interested in understanding how higher education can serve as a mechanism for structuring inequality.
In wake of attacks, Sikh-led town hall urges unity and awareness
About 150 people gathered Thursday in Modesto to denounce hate crimes and urge acceptance for people of all backgrounds.
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