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Doesnt match the Khalistan music of the nineties.. Loved when a random black reggae guy would come up and 'be like hindustani-pakistani-khalistani love to Punjab' or something. That I think influenced bhangra and its spread somehow. The actual songs and also people like Jagowale and stuff those songs are legit though you feel the raas in them like the vaars listened to by our ancestors.
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Actually, I suggested an alternative picture to this one because the other one had a neater turban /beard and a better color code (saffron turban). Would have looked good on a navy blue background. This sub-reddit has always had an alien with a turban. I just wanted to see a better version of it.
As to the validity of using the image of a turbaned and bearded reddit-alien, I don't think I had an opinion on that. When I was thinking about the design of granth.co, I knew I didn't want to put pictures of any people on it as I find them distracting (and /u/UglyFigurine graciously reminded me not to put spinning or flashing khandas).
Also check out Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl, he uses his time in a concentration camp to reveal an interesting take on the world.
This is true. But you have taken that out of context. In context this can be read as "So, if you are a VERY strict Sikh you technically shouldn't eat halal food [or] kosher food [OR] wickan food or...]" etc.
What this semantically means is that amrit sikhs should avoid all the things I listed but MOST siks (I.E. non amrit) would most probably just avoid halal.
Also,,, go read guru granth sahib. It says in there that eating halal meat is actually OK under certain circumstances, such as if you were in prison and it was the only food. Then you SHOULD eat it because NOT eating it would lead to your death and this would be akin to flagellation... which is verboten!
Do you have any of the sources?
My best bet would be that it would be in this book : http://www.palgrave.com/page/detail/sicques-tigers-or-thieves-amandeep-singh-madra/?K=9781403962010?
I found it interesting that you mentioned the lives of the Gurus since we can find more about them in the works of Bhai Gurdas and Bhai Nand Lal along with the Sikh History from Persian History. Here is a free online version: https://www.scribd.com/doc/207378044/Sikh-History-From-Persian-Sources#scribd.
Hey, do still have this file around? It doesn't seem publicly accessible on files.fm anymore.
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I'm going to the Sacramento area in a few weeks and I want to print out copies for there too, but I've misplaced the download.
This is 1 of 4 set volumes. I would consider this to be a study edition of the Guru Granth Sahib and not an official saroop. Please do study it with respect in mind.
the late Nihang Jodhbir Singh has written german literature. This is his book on Amazon on Sidh Gosht. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sidh-Gosht-Guru-Nanak-Geheimnis/dp/384429063X
I think his Facebook is still active so you may be able to find more sikhi stuff there! But I know him from his time in London, I think London had become his main home.
For anyone who is interested, there is also a video released by the founders (Amit and Naroop) which offers more info on the how and why of the project:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/205078810/the-singh-project
You can also help support the project financially, more info is provided in the video.
For a more recent account please see In the Master's Presence: The Sikhs of Hazoor Sahib (Vol. 1: History): Singh, Parmjit, Singh Nihang, Nidar: https://www.amazon.com/Masters-Presence-Sikhs-Hazoor-History/dp/0956016804
Vitamin k2 remineralizes bone.
Taking a k2 supplement like https://www.amazon.ca/Vitamin-Supplement-Veggie-Capsules-330-Day/dp/B083HQXS89/ can reduce lower back pain bigly.
Or you can eat leafy greens, that's the organic way to get it.
It might be a good idea not to use hair spray if it's burns... That's never a good sign.
I haven't really heard about "dippity do", but have heard good things about got2b hair gel. This is a link to their Amazon page. You could try this offering (it might be available for a cheaper price at your local market instead of Amazon) to see if it fares better than the dippity do product.
Great concept I adore it. I also believed that we ought to launch a little exchange scheme like to Reddit Gifts 🎁. Send someone all of your priceless books so they may send you theirs as well.
Once I've finished reading this, I'll do it, but you can get it right now from Amazon. I'll now include a link to the store.
Check out this translation: https://www.vidhia.com/Bani/Zafarnama.pdf
I would also recommend this book, it get a sense of the poetry: Zafarnama https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0143425552/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_1SP5JANPC2KNC7M1T7FB
There is a free app you can also get which is called Igurbani. You type the ang or shabad and itll come up.
If you have do daily nitnem you should use Sundar gutka which has all taksali path in it
Hey, so I know the First Generation Low Income Partnership at Columbia premiered a sardar that went there; he just graduated (http://www.marketwatch.com/story/when-college-graduates-meet-real-life-2015-07-13?page=1).
I also know of a couple of Singhs and Kaurs that keep their hair, wear a turban, and go to schools like Yale, Harvard (Undergrad, Med, and Law), Columbia, UC Berkeley Law (Top 5 law schools), and UPenn Wharton. If you're honestly interested in any of the Ivy Leagues I mentioned and you need to talk to someone reach out to me. I might be able to connect you with them.
The bottom left one has been dated to 1670, which is only 5 years before his shaheedi.
Here's the full Kapany Collection (at 2009): https://www.slideshare.net/soniadhami/kapany-collection-uc-santa-barbara
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this is a wonderful explanation in english
It's also interesting to note that Nihang Santa Singh in his book "Sri Sarbloh Granth Sahib Ji" mentions that the Sarbloh Granth and Dasam Granth entered Punjab in 1860 samvat or 1803 on the Gregorian calendar.
Please refer to the page "KhKha" in the introduction section.
To learn about Sikhi you should listen to this audiobook, it is in English.
I would honestly say that’s very inaccurate to put it simply the negations for a solution never offered them a real state multiple groups are also involved also the complicated nature of the differing goals the iffy nature of the us israel alliance main point to take is also that the Zionist movement had money education and reach across Multiple countries the Palestinians didn’t have the reach money or education the fight was against them from the British endorsement of Zionism and committing To its aims in Palestine in the declaration named the Balfour declaration no mention of the native population that infers they actually have any right to the very land they live on is absent
This book tells a amazing story of the reality of Israel and Palestine
The Hundred Years' War on Palestine: A History of Settler Colonial Conquest and Resistance https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1781259348/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YB4DWTBDCTMB588JJS1C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It irks me that here Basics of Sikhi is spreading disinformation, such as the idea that Guru Har Rai had multiple wives. Why not just do a little homework instead? Please see Reference 2 in the Chapter on Guru Har Rai in History of the Sikh Gurus Retold.
I don't think Basics is a bad guy, or trying to harm Sikhism, but this is pretty irresponsible.
Outside all other questions, I think there's really something to be said about the nice aesthetic value of such colorful turbans...Here's an Indian one
There are tutors that help with teaching Punjabi through Skype for 10 usd an hour. I was thinking of giving it a shot as my Punjabi is extremely limited and wouldn’t mind kicking 30 dollars a week to learn the language.
https://preply.com/en/skype/punjabi-tutors
I have this as well but it kind of teaches you enough to survive but that’s about it as there is only one level where most languages have about 5 but I find it very useful for beginners because of it’s repetitious way of teaching through actually saying phrases and words over and over.
Color Scheme: http://paletton.com/#uid=73x0E0kvYzm2FJmjH-xH6nJW0dO
Banner: I don't have images in mind but I really love the way /r/Naruto has done their banner. Its like a slideshow that just continuously slides/moves.
Thanks for doing this work. I would love to see how it turns out!
This is not said by Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Instead this is from the rehatnama of Desa Singh, who was not a contemporary of Guru Gobind Singh. See page 7, verse 86 here:
https://archive.org/download/RehatnamaBhaiDesaSingh/RehatnamaBhaiDesaSingh.pdf
Further, it says, "Rehat bina na SINGH kahave" ... not SIKH (88)
If you're male, the majority of the time they will hand out matching head coverings (referred to as 'rumaals') around the time they do the meet and greet (Milni) before the main religious ceremony. But a simple plain medium to large sized handkerchief will do. Just fold it in to a triangle and tie the ends together like a bandana.
If you're a lady a shawl or
Covid has been hard for us all so I can totally empathise.
Whether your friends are Sikh or not, being around people you you love and trust is important. This can also be family. But don't be afraid to put yourself out there, we've all struggled with connection over the last 18 months, I'm sure you'll be amazed how much you have in common with others. At times where I felt a little lost I found myself at doing seva, it helped clear my mind, realising even the smallest act impacts others in a positive way.
Try getting some inspiration, look at some art (Google Inkquisitive or another artist called Bhagat Singh).
Read some books, "why am I here, the soul the guru and the path" by Tarsem Singh Amazon link to book.
Again, if you ever need someone to talk to, send me a private message.
Here for you.
Why Am I Here?: The soul, the Guru and the path By Tarsem Singh
This is an excellent resource for anyone wanting to learn about Sikhi. Practical advice backed by English quotations from the Guru's words. Contents include Ego, Gratitude, Karma, Mental Health, Virtues, and much more. Anyone with the slightest understanding of Sikhi to those who have been practicing the faith for years will benefit from reading this book
The Daily Hukamnamma App by. Sikhnet is very helpful. Let's you adjust the text that's displayed - original Gurbani, roman transliteration, translation and a Punjabi explanation at the end.
Thank you. I will be donating.
I also encourage everyone to buy his book off of Amazon. I am sure his estate will receive the funds.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0143417525/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_i_VQX33DEF19N179W9DF6K
Be careful.
Our history is frequently told from the lens from people who have oppressed us.
My very first book on Sikh history was the Sikhs of Punjab by JS Grewal.
https://www.amazon.ca/Sikhs-Punjab-J-S-Grewal/dp/0521637643
I understand that you want to listen rather than read, I can't really help you there.
When you get into the history of Operation Bluestar, be extremely careful.
I wear a mask holder but not behind neck as mask gets loose. I wear it over the pagg just behind neck and it holds the mask well. Then I double it up with a good looking bandana.
I wear a dastaar, and for work I wear a mask all shift... You need a little plastic thing to keep the mask loops on your neck, instead of your ears... Its a life saver. Seriously, your ears will thank you. It's cheap on Amazon. Something like this:.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087PZ1CCT?pd_rd_i=B087PZ1CCT&pd_rd_w=RwxY8&pf_rd_p=b1dd9d5c-6d48-4345-809b-2d6e467504d6&pd_rd_wg=CUMU8&pf_rd_r=PCEBC7QE5X66WQPCN0A1&pd_rd_r=dd64dc9f-1425-46e1-b5e5-5f7d1d842bfd
I think there's a thing from Canada and it's really helpful for people with Dastaars I have no clue what it's called but its really helpful I think their sold online.
Try looking up Turban/Pagg mask clip or holder.
Edit: Here it is.
I agree so I came across these bands that make it pretty easy to wear a mask with a turban on.
These plastic hook strips have also been great.
Original credit (photograph)to this book on Amazon
Parmjit Singh and 1 more Warrior Saints: Four Centuries of Sikh Military History (Volume 1)
https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Saints-Centuries-Military-History/dp/0956016855
"Sicques, Tigers, or Thieves" Eyewitness Accounts of the Sikhs 1606-1809: by Historian Amandeep Singh Madra has some good stuff on him from a European perspective.
https://www.amazon.ca/Sicques-Tigers-Thieves-Eyewitness-1606-1809/dp/1403962022
Please buy this book for more researchs on all gurudwara in Pakistan and this particular one too: https://www.amazon.com/Sikh-Heritage-Beyond-Borders/dp/1733293701/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2ZS99PAS9GV6A&dchild=1&keywords=the+sikh+heritage+beyond+borders&qid=1589347918&sprefix=the+sikh+herita%2Caps%2C223&sr=8-2&fbclid=IwAR3QdIMDJ...
Recent talk on this issue: https://www.facebook.com/PunjabiRadio/videos/415102302760998/?vh=e&extid=ye9SSIjmxu4IkmhQ&d=n
I recommend reading this masterpiece about the events and this particular leading to ethic-cleansing. He have jnterview on YouTube if someone don’t want to buy it. : https://www.amazon.com/Punjab-Bloodied-Partitioned-Cleansed/dp/0199400288
If you are an Android user, there is an app called Gurbani Nirvaan : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vayu.waves.apps.gunv It is one of my favorite Gurbani apps out there and I would certainly recommend it.
Try the StartFromZero_Punjabi app and the Beginner Punjabi app to learn on your own some of the basic Punjabi words and phrases from scratch.
I found a copy of Bal Updesh on Amazon for $3 - it's really helpful and has some speaking exercises.
If you want a really detailed account of Ranjit Singh’s empire and the downfall. I recommend John Keay’s book, in search of the tartan turban. It’s an account by the American artillery Colonel in Ranjit Singh’s fauj, Alexander Gardner.
Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!
For books, read "Fighting for Faith and Nation" by Cynthia Keppley Mahmood, and "When a tree shook Delhi: The 1984 Carnage and Its Aftermath" by Manoj Mitta and H.S. Phoolka.
For websites, visit: Neverforget84.com, Sikhmuseum.com, and ensaaf.org
Oh great, I do too. But lately, I have grown so tired and morose about its one-dimensional & compulsive emphasis on God that I feel there are better ways to spend my time pursuing wisdom, reading Seneca's Letters for instance. or Meditations by Marcus Aurelius.
You might like something like this. https://www.amazon.com/Teachings-Sikh-Gurus-Selections-Scriptures-ebook/dp/B00DSLYAW2/ref=mt_kindle?_encoding=UTF8&me=
I haven't read it though, so I can't give an honest review of it.
Or I could start a fight and recommend this one! https://www.amazon.com/Sikhism-Hew-McLeod/dp/0140252606/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1506345691&sr=1-1&keywords=sikhism+hew
In actual fact it was my introduction to Sikhi well over a decade ago and I don't care what anyone says, his translations in the back are outstanding.
I haven't read this book, but it reviews well, and I've read another by the same author https://www.amazon.com/Sikhism-Introductions-Nikky-Guninder-Kaur-Singh/dp/1848853211/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1506345505&sr=8-2&keywords=sikhism
This has worked wonders for me. My hair is so curly that it used to be an hour long task of just sitting down and untangling my hair after every hair wash.
Divide your hair into 3 or 4 joorian (more if you have more voluminous hair), and work your way from the bottom up in each section one by one.
Work at it, have someone help you, but don’t resort to cutting/burning it. Treasure the gift Guru Ji has blessed you with.
Check out "A History of Sikhs Vol 1 1469-1838" by Kushwant Singh
PS: The real name of the Sikh faith is Sikhi, not Sikhism.
It's tough to be so conclusive of responsibility at this point, but to compare it to Muslims saying 911 was an inside job is a stretch. Yes, this person is reprehensible and given the entire community a stain, but lines are blurred as to exactly where ALL the responsibility lies. Do you honestly think it's beyond the pale for Indian politicians to slaughter their own citizens for their personal gain with false flag operations? If so you might want to look into the Sikh Kashmiri massacre in 2000. Have you read Soft Target written by Brian McAndrew (of the Globe and Mail)?
http://www.amazon.ca/Soft-Target-behind-disaster-Edition/dp/1550289047
"On March 16, 2005, almost twenty years after one of the biggest mass murders in Canadian Aviation history, the Air-India Case concluded with a verdict that authors Zuhair Kashmeri and Brian McAndrew predicted sixteen years ago when Soft Target was first published: not guilty. In this second edition, the two offer a detailed foreword that brings readers up-to-date with some startling new information surrounding the twin bombings on June 23, 1985 in the air over the Atlantic, and on the ground in Japan, which left 331 people dead. They offer key details from the trial of Ripudaman Singh Malik and Ajaib Singh Bagri that took place in a specially-built Vancouver courtroom, leads that were not followed up, and more details of India's intelligence service's clandestine interference in Canada."
tl;dr - India (with or without the aid of the accused) bombed Air India, CSIS found out, realized it would put Canada smack into the middle of the cold war, Canada's top investigations unit "accidentally" deleted all surveillance tapes (look it up, that's on the official record) and noped the f**k out of the investigation.
Lol, this is a funny thing to read, nostalgic really, however, I kind of know your feel, some of my headphones don't fit over my turban and some of them do. Which type of turban do you tie? I wear audio technica which work well with my dhumalla, but my dhumalla isn't really big compared to most. I wear these when I hit the gym and go on flights.
When I gamed, I used to use turtle beach px21, that used to fit well when I used to tie a Gol pugh, haven't worn it since though since I don't play games anymore.
Best bet is google oversized headphones and inquire, I find asking on amazon would give you the best results if no one here can provide answers for you
How many low caste (casteism being very much like racism) backs did your family tread on to get to the USA?
https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/the-karma-of-brown-folk
http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Swami-South-Asians-America/dp/1595589406
I'm in exactly the same situation as you! But i've been using Pimsleur (Simon &Schuster's) conversational Punjabi : http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pimsleur-Conversational-Punjabi/dp/1442336137/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1460152199&sr=8-1&keywords=conversational+punjabi It's really really good, only half an hour a day. Like you I understand Punjabi decently well but was too nervous to speak it even with family, this course has really helped me. Can't recommend it enough!
dude, your logic is so broken on so many levels (as proven from our last exchange) i'm not even going to bother getting into a debate with you.
i really suggest you read this to learn how to think straight.
I remember skimming through Return of a King at a bookstore and there was a part where the ruling Sikhs are holding a prince hostage in his own palace and this prince referring to the Sikh's as "barbarians". It's rare that an occupying force or its leader is looked upon favourably by the occupied people.
Thank you! That's the impression I had too, so it's wonderful to hear that it makes sense and wasn't just some sacrilegious idea! :)
Even before discovering Sikhi, I always had this mindset of being ready just in case, so I've carried blades pretty much my whole life (only for defense of someone or self-defense, never for offense -- I've even been in situations where a robber threatened to knife me and I defused the situation without pulling my own knife out), and am used to the whole checking them into luggage rather than carry on and all that. So it was a matter of figuring out how to have the same lifestyle work out with the Sikhi requirements of what kind of knife. :)
I forgot to mention in the post that I'm in the US, and yeah, the fact that state law says folding blades are ok but straight ones aren't always (depends on how you carry it/concealed vs. openly etc.), was making me wonder what to use. (They apparently have an exception for religious use, but I'd prefer something that is completely covered by the law and doesn't get me arrested for a couple of hours before I get to explain and prove the exception...)
I have a [knife](amazon.com/gp/product/B00322NAF0) that is legal in this state and has a partially curved blade and a sort of a "kirpan look & feel" to it, aside from folding into the handle. So being able to use that as a kirpan would be awesome.
I've also bought a normal kirpan from a Sikh swordmaker, so my question about the knife was for daily wear when I am in a place where I can't have the traditional kirpan. At home I could switch to the traditional one.
If you are really serious, you should read this book and make up your own mind about things:
A link to the music that was in the end of the video, by Bhai Baljeet Singh, the kirtan player (who they called a priest) who was interviewed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7A4r7NIonhk
Nice that the translations were right on there. Think I am going to buy it - found it for a buck cheaper on amazon vs. itunes:
Maybe the didn't.
You should start with this book: http://www.amazon.com/History-Literature-Identity-Centuries-Tradition/dp/0198070748/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1426874239&sr=8-3&keywords=JS+Grewal
This guys is the best historian out of Punjab, has never had his dastaar knocked off for what he's written, and is recognized internationally for the quality of work he's done which is all source based.
Not a Sikh! Just a synthesizer, a fledgling seer; everywhere I look, there is the True Guru.
Aldous Huxley is the original synthesizer. I'd recommend the Perennial Philosophy. It's a brilliant source of quotations and inspirations and elucidations for someone like yourself who sees and seeks the truth in all faiths.
The author has done some other Sikh books. They're about saakian (stories) about the Gurus.
There are some animated movies which are really good, but they're in Punjabi.
I think this may fit the bill quite nicely. They go over the ear, but aren't connected, so they shouldn't get in the way of a paagh.
They aren't bluetooth, as you specified, but they have a 4 foot long cord...which I find to work just fine when I workout.
If you're looking for a historical, text book type source, then you want A History of the Sikhs Volume 1, 1469-1839 and Volume 2, 1839-2004 by Khushwant Singh. Comprehensive and well researched with plenty of footnotes.
I bought the digital version for 9 bucks!
Cheers, thanks!
Yeah I agree 100%. There was a period of like 5 or so years where I was a full blown atheist. I don't think there is anything wrong with that perspective, but I definitely like having a very personal relationship with God, like I do now. I don't buy the whole "CREATOR OF THE UNIVERSE AND MASTER PLANNER OF ALL THINGS" idea of God. The God I put credence in is more like a paternal figure that intervenes and gives you strength when you need it. Nothing more.
If you want a really good source on Jesus the man, and not Jesus Christ, then read this: http://www.amazon.com/Zealot-Life-Times-Jesus-Nazareth/dp/140006922X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1375671861&sr=8-1&keywords=zealot
Hi Lara! Just finished reading your post and it was fantastic.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
I have a hard time finding published books on Sikhism that aren't filled with bias or shenanigan filled propaganda of one kind or another. Or those that aren't dated.
My biggest suggestion is to pick up this book for more information.
If you're not in the reading mood:
Sikh Wiki does a pretty solid job on most topics and history of the religion. I would start there and supplement with more /r/Sikh Posts and trying out www.sikhtalk.com where you can ask any question anonymously and volunteers will respect your privacy.
Hope these help!
Hi guys thanks to your support and words of encouragement I launched the android version today in the play store. Here's the link for the android app - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=singh4282.com.naambaani Let me know what you think about the app. WJKK WJKF
Gurbani Searcher on Android ... The most complete Gurbani app I have found. Features I really like include bookmarking and tagging Shabads and changing the reading interface colours to whatever I want. Also has longer explanations in Punjabi as one of the translation options.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.search.gurbani.ui
I think I'll add this post to the Resources tab in the right sidebar.
For Android I use these :
- Gurbani Unlimited for Nitnem and Asa Di Var. Color coding helps in reading baani with correct pauses.
- Gurbani Nirvaan for searching Shabads during Kirtan. I find it way better than iSearchGurbani in UI and performance, however it lacks Bhai Nand Lal's Ghazals.
In general search the app stores for Gurbani Kosh (Gurbani Dictionary). On Android I would suggest this app : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.search.gurbani.ui
Among other things it has a Shabad Kosh section which is easy to use. Would also recommend installing the Gurbani Keyboard by the same developer to use the app more effectively.