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{{infobox Guru<br />
|Image name = Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji (1666-1708).jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Gobind Singh<br><br>(1666 to 1708)<br />
|Name = Gobind Rai<br />
|Birth = [[Friday]], [[January 5]], [[1666]] in [[Patna]], Bihar, India<br />
|Parents = [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]] & [[Mata Gujri]]<br />
|brosis = -N.A-<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Jeeto]], [[Mata Sundri]], and [[Mata Sahib Kaur]].<br />
|Children = [[Sahibzada Zorawar Singh |Zorawar Singh]], [[Sahibzada Ajit Singh|Ajit Singh]], [[Sahibzada Jujhar Singh|Jujha Singh]], [[Sahibzada Fateh Singh|Fateh Singh]]<br />
|Guruship = 1675 to 1708<br />
|Bani in GGS = Recomposed the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji at Damdama Sahib in 1706<br />
|Died = [[Thursday]], [[21 October]], [[1708]] at [[Nanded]]<br />
|Other Info = Wrote [[Dasam Granth]] and [[Sarabloh Granth]]<br> Creation of [[Khalsa Panth]]<br>Fought wars of defense for righteousness<br />
}}<br />
'''Guru Gobind Singh''' ji ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ) ([[Friday]], [[January 5]], [[1666]]<sup>[[Nanakshahi#Nanakshahi_Calendar|1]]</sup>, in [[Patna, India|Patna]], [[Bihar (India)|Bihar]], [[India]] - [[Thursday]], [[21 October]], [[1708]]) was born "Gobind Rai" and was the tenth and last of [[ten Gurus|the ten human form Gurus of Sikhism]]. He became Guru on [[November 24]], [[1675]] at the age of nine, following in the footsteps of his father [[Guru Teg Bahadur ji]]. <br />
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Before Guru ji left his mortal body for his heavenly abode, he nominated [[Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji]] (SGGS) as the next [[perpetual Guru of the Sikhs]]. Guru Gobind Singh molded the Sikh religion into its present shape, with the formation of the [[Khalsa]] fraternity and completion of the [[Guru Granth Sahib]] as we find it today, which some will say was his greatest act.<br />
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'''''"If we consider the work which (Guru) Gobind (Singh) accomplished, both in reforming his religion and instituting a new code of law for his followers, his personal bravery under all circumstances; his persevering endurance amidst difficulties, which would have disheartened others and overwhelmed them in inextricable distress, and lastly his final victory over his powerful enemies by the very men who had previously forsaken him, we need not be surprised that the Sikhs venerate his memory. He was undoubtedly a great man."''''' <small> (W, L. McGregor)</small><br />
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The tenth Guru (teacher) of the [[Sikh]] faith, was born '''Gobind Rai'''. It may not be out of context to say here that '''throughout the chronicles of human history, there was no other individual who could be of more inspiring personality than [[Guru Gobind Singh]]'''. <br />
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Guru Gobind Singh Ji infused the spirit of both sainthood and soldier in the minds and hearts of his followers to fight oppression in order to restore justice, peace, righteousness (Dharma) and to uplift the down-trodden people in this world. <br />
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It is said that after the martyrdom of his father, [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]], the tenth Master declared that he would create such a Panth (community/society), which would challenge the tyrant rulers in every walk of life to restore justice, equality and peace for all of mankind. As a prophet, the Guru is unique. <br />
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His teachings are very scientific and most suitable for all times. Unlike many other prophets he never called himself God or 'the only son of God.' Instead he called all people the sons of God sharing His Kingdom equally. For himself he used the word 'slave' or servant of God. <br />
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'''"Those who call me God, will fall into the deep pit of hell. <br />
Regard me as one of his slaves and have no doubt whatever about it. <br />
I am a servant of the Supreme Being; <br />
and have come to behold the wonderful drama of life."'''<br />
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'''Extracts from Guru Gobind Singh's writings''';<br />
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<b><i><br />
"God has no marks, no colour, no caste, and no ancestors, <br />
No form, no complexion, no outline, no costume and is indescribable. <br><br />
He is fearless, luminous and measureless in might.<br />
He is the king of kings, the Lord of the prophets. <br><br />
He is the sovereign of the universe, gods, men and demons.<br />
The woods and dales sing the indescribable. <br><br />
O Lord, none can tell Thy names. The wise count your blessings to coin your names." <small>([[Jaap Sahib]])</small><br />
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== Birth of a Star ==<br />
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[[Image:Early life of guru gobind singh.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Birth of Guru Gobind Singh]]<br />
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A splendid Divine Light shone in the darkness of the night. [[Pir Bhikan Shah]] a Muslim mystic performed his prayers in that Easterly direction (instead of towards the West, contrary to his daily practice), and guided by this Divine Light, he travelled with a group of his followers until he reached [[Patna Sahib]] in [[Bihar]]. <br />
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It was here that '''Gobind Rai''' was born to [[Mata Gujri]] in 1666. It is said that [[Pir Bhikan Shah]] approached the child and offered two bowls of milk and water, signifying both the great religions of [[Hindu]]ism and [[Islam]]. The child smiled and placed his hands on both bowls. The Pir bowed in utter humility and reverence to the new Prophet of all humanity. <br />
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Gobind Rai was born with a holy mission of which he tells us in his autobiography '''“Bachitar Natak”''' (Wonderous Drama). In it Guru Ji tells us how and for what purpose he was sent into this world by God. He states that before he came into this world , as a free spirit he was engaged in meditation in the seven peaked Hemkunt mountain. Having merged with God and having become One with the Unmanifest and the Infinite, God commanded him: <br />
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<b>“I have cherished thee as my Son, and created thee to establish a religion and restrain the world from senseless acts. I stood up, folded my hands, bowed my head and replied,‘Thy religion will prevail in all the world, when it has Thy support’.” </b><br />
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Guru Ji describes the purpose of his coming to this world and why he emerged from the Supreme Reality in human form to carry out his Creator’s command : <br />
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<b>“For this purpose was I born, let all virtuous people understand. I was born to advance righteousness, to emancipate the good, and to destroy all evil-doers root and branch.” </b><br />
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==Early Life==<br />
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Gobind Rai's father, [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]], the Ninth Guru, was then travelling across Bengal and Assam. Returning to Patna in 1670, he directed his family to return to the [[Punjab]]. On the site of the house at [[Patna]] in which Gobind Rai was born and where he spent his early childhood now stands a sacred shrine, Sri [[Patna Sahib Gurdwara]], Bihar. <br />
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Gobind Rai was escorted to [[Anandpur]] (then known as Chakk Nanaki) on the foothills of the Sivaliks where he reached in March 1672 and where his early education included reading and writing of Punjabi, Braj, Sanskrit and Persian. He was barely nine years of age when a sudden turn came in his life as well as in the life of the community he was destined to lead.<br />
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==Kashmiri Brahmins come to Anandpur==<br />
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Early in 1675, a group of Kashmiri brahmins under the leadership of Pandit Kirpa Ram, mad in desperation by the religious fanaticism of the Mughals General, Iftikar Khan, (he had threatened them with forced conversion to Islam) visited Anandpur to seek Guru Tegh Bahadur's advice. Aurangzeb had ordered the forced conversion of all Hindus and thought that if the respected Kashmiri brahmans accepted Islam, others in the country would be easily converted. They had been given six months to decide or suffer the consequences. Time was running out! <br />
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As the Guru sat reflecting what to do, young Gobind Rai, arriving there in company with his playmates, asked why he looked so preoccupied. The father, as records Kuir Singh in his Gurbilas Patshahi 10, replied, ''"Grave are the burdens the earth bears. She will be redeemed only if a truly worthy person comes forward to lay down his head. Distress will then be expunged and happiness ushered in."''<br />
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''"None could be worthier than you to make such a sacrifice,"'' remarked Gobind Rai in his innocent manner. <br />
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[[Guru Tegh Bahadur]] advised the brahmins to return to their village and tell the authorities that they would accept [[Islam]] if [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]] could first be persuaded to do so. <br />
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==Father Guru's martyrdom==<br />
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Soon afterwards the Guru with a few followers proceeded to the imperial capital, [[Delhi]]. After watching the tortured deaths of three of his followers he, as well, refused to convert and was beheaded on November 11, 1675. The 13 year old Gobind Rai, ordained as the next Guru before his father departed [[Anandpur]], was formally installed as [[Guru Gobind Singh]] on the Baisakhi day of March 1676. In the midst of his engagement with the concerns of the community, he gave attention to the mastery of physical skills and literary accomplishment. He had grown into a comely youth spare, lithe of limb and energetic.<br />
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He had a natural genius for poetic composition and his early years were assiduously given to this pursuit. The Var Sri Bhagauti Ji Ki, popularly called Chandi di Var. written in 1684, was his first composition and his only major work in the Punjabi language. The poem depicted the legendary contest between the gods and the demons as described in the Markandeya Purana. The choice of a warlike theme for this and a number of his later compositions such as the two Chandi Charitras, mostly in Braj, was made to infuse martial spirit among his followers to prepare them to stand up against injustice and tyranny.<br />
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For the first 20 years or so of his life, Guru Gobind Singh lived peacefully at [[Anandpur]] practicing arms and exercises to complete his training as a soldier. He also studied Persian and Sanskrit and engaged 52 poets to translate the Hindu epics. Stories of ancient heroes were translated into Punjabi in order to create the martial spirit among the Sikhs. The Guru also wrote several compositions including [[Jaap Sahib]], [[Akal Ustat]] and Sawayas during this period. He also established a Gurdwara at [[Paonta Sahib]] on the banks of the river Jamna.<br />
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==Stay at Paonta Sahib==<br />
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Much of Guru Gobind Singh's creative literary work was done at Paonta he had founded on the banks of the River Yamuna and to which site he had temporarily shifted in April 1685. Poetry as such was, however, not his aim. For him it was a means of revealing the divine principle and concretizing a personal vision of the Supreme Being that had been vouchsafed to him. His Jap Sahib, Swayas and the composition known as Akal Ustat are in this tenor. <br />
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Through his poetry he preached love and equality and a strictly ethical and moral code of conduct. He preached the worship of the One Supreme Being, deprecating idolatry and superstitious beliefs and observances. The glorification of the sword itself which he eulogized as Bhagauti was to secure fulfilment of God's justice. The sword was never meant as a symbol of aggression, and it was never to be used for self-aggrandizement. It was the emblem of manliness and self-respect and was to be used only in self-defence, as a last resort. For Guru Gobind Singh said in a Persian couplet in his [[Zafarnamah]]:<br />
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:"When all other means have failed, It is but lawful to take to the sword."<br />
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==Martial training==<br />
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During his stay at [[Paonta]], Guru Gobind Singh availed himself of his spare time to practice different forms of manly exercises, such as riding, swimming and archery. His increasing influence among the people and the martial exercises of his men excited the jealousy of the neighbouring Rajput hill rulers who led by Raja Fateh Chand of Garhwal collected a host to attack him. <br />
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But they were worsted in an action at Bhangam, about 10 km north-east of Paonta, in September 1688. Soon thereafter Guru Gobind Singh left Paonta Sahib and returned to Anandpur. The Guru and his Sikhs were involved in a battle with a Mughal commander, Alif Khan, at Nadaur on the left bank of the Beas, about 30 km south-east of Kangra, in March 1691.<br />
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Describing the battle in stirring verse in Bachitra Natak, he said that Alif Khan fled in utter disarray "without being able to give any attention to his camp." Among several other battles that<br />
occurred was the Husain battle (20 February 1696) fought against Husain Khan, an imperial general, which resulted in a decisive victory for the Sikhs. <br />
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Following the appointment in 1694 of the liberal Prince Muazzam (later Emperor Bahadur Shah) as viceroy of north-western region including Punjab, there was however a brief respite from pressure from the ruling authority. In Sambat 1756 (1699 A.D), Guru Gobind Singh issued directions to Sikh sangats or communities in different parts not to acknowledge [[masand]]s, the local ministers, against whom he had heard complaints. He asked the Sikhs to send their offerings directly to Anandpur.<br />
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==Battle of Bhangani==<br />
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{{Main|Battle of Bhangani}}<br />
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The Guru admonished hill Rajas including Raja Bhim Chand for giving their daughters to the Moghuls as tribute for holding their positions. His efforts at winning their support against Aurangzeb bore no fruit. On the contrary, the hill Rajas conspired with the Moghul armies to put down the power of Guru Gobind singh. They however faced defeat several times at the hands of the comparatively small Sikh Army.<br />
See [http://www.info-sikh.com/PageG3.html www.info-sikh.com] for more details<br />
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==Battle of Nadaun (Hussaini Yudh)==<br />
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==The Masands==<br />
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The Guru received various complaints against the priests, masands who robbed the poor Sikhs and misappropriated the collections. Guru Sahib abolished this order and severly punished the miscreants. Hereafter, the faithful were to bring their offerings directly to the Guru at the time of the annual Vaisakhi fair.<br />
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The Guru wanted to create a strong self-respecting community. He inspired the Sikhs with courage and heroism and a life of simplicity and hard work. He started an arms factory at Anandpur in order to manufacture swords and lances needed for his soldiers. Once when the Brahmins insisted that he should offer worship to goddess Durga in order to seal victory, he agreed and kept up the farce till nothing came out of it. At the crucial moment, the Guru unsheathed his sword exclaiming, “The sword is the Durga which will give us victory over our enemies.<br />
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Sikhs, he instructed, should come to Anandpur straight without any intermediaries. The [[Guru]] thus established direct relationship with his Sikhs. The institution of the [[Khalsa]] was given concrete form on 30 March 1699 when Sikhs had gathered at [[Anandpur]] in large numbers for the annual festival of Baisakhi.<br />
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== Creation of the Khalsa ==<br />
[[Image:AmritSanskar-AW.jpg|thumb|350px|right|The Amrit Sanskar Ceremony]]<br />
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An open air diwan was held in [[Kesgarh Sahib]] at [[Anandpur]]. The Guru drew his sword and in a thundering voice said, "I want one head, is there any one who can offer me?"<br />
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This most unusual call caused some terror in the gathering and the people were stunned. There was dead silence. The Guru made a second call. Nobody came forward. There was still more silence. On the third call there raised '''Daya Ram''', a khatri of [[Lahore]] who said, ''"O true king, my head is at your service."'' <br />
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The Guru took Daya Ram by the arm and led him inside a tent. A blow and thud were heard. Then the Guru, with his sword dripping with blood, came out and said, ''"I want another head, is there anyone who can offer?"'' Again on third call '''Dharam Das''', a Jat from [[Delhi]] came forward and said, ''"O true king! My head is at thy disposal."'' <br />
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The Guru took Dharam Das inside the tent, again a blow and thud were heard, and he came out with his sword dripping with blood and repeated, ''"I want another head, is there any beloved Sikh who can offer it?"''<br />
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Upon this some people in the assembly remarked that the Guru had lost all reason and went to his mother to complain. <br />
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'''Mohkam Chand''', a calico priner/tailor of Dwarka (west coast of India) offered himself as a sacrifice. The Guru took him inside the tent and went through the same process. When he came out, he made a call for the fourth head. The Sikhs began to think that he was going to kill all of them. <br />
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Some of them ran away and the others hung their heads down in disbelief. '''Himmat Chand''', a cook of Jagan Nath Puri, offered himself as a fourth sacrifice. Then the Guru made a fifth and the last call for a fifth head. '''Sahib Chand''', a barber of Bidar (in central India), came forward and the Guru took him inside the tent. A blow and thud were heard.<br />
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The last time he stayed longer in the tent. People began to breathe with relief. They thought may be the Guru has realised "his mistake" and has now stopped. <br />
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==The panj pyare==<br />
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{{Main|Panj Piare}}<br />
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The Guru now clad his five volunteers in splendid garments. They had offered their heads to the Guru, and the Guru had now given them himself and his glory. When they were brought outside, they were in the most radiant form. There were exclamations of wonder and the sighs of regret on all sides. Now people were sorry for not offering their heads.<br />
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Since the time of [[Guru Nanak]], Charan Pauhal had been the customary form of initiation. People were to drink the holy water which had been touched or washed by the Guru's toe or feet. The Guru proceeded to initiate them to his new order (Khande di Pauhal) by asking the five faithful Sikhs to stand up. <br />
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He put pure water into an iron vessel or Bowl (Batta of Sarbloh) and stirred it with a [[Khanda]] (two edged small sword). While stirring the water with Khanda, he recited [[Gurbani]] (Five Banis- [[Japji]], [[Jaap Sahib]], [[Anand Sahib]], [[Swayas]], and [[Chaupai]]). Sugar crystals called 'Patasas' which incidently the Guru's wife, [[Mata Sahib Kaur]], had brought at that moment, were mixed in the water.<br />
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==Amrit Sanchar==<br />
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{{Main|Amrit Sanchar}}<br />
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The Guru then stood up with the sacred [[Amrit]] (nectar) prepared in the iron bowl. Each of the five faithful, by turn, each kneeling upon his left knee, looked up to the Master to receive the divine amrit. He gave five palmfuls of Amrit to each of them to drink and sprinkled it five times in the eyes, asking them to repeat aloud with each sprinkle, ''"Waheguru Ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh."'' (This means: Khalsa belongs to God and all triumph be to His Name) Then he anointed with five sprinkles in the hair. <br />
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In this way Amrit was administered to the five faithful from the same bowl. After that he asked them to sip Amrit from the same bowl to signify their initiation into the casteless fraternity of the [[Khalsa]]. All the five faithful were baptized in this way by the Guru who then called them the 'PANJ PYARE' or Five Beloved Ones. <br />
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He gave them the appellation of SINGHS (Lions) and they were named from Daya Ram to Daya Singh, Dharam Das to Dharam Singh, Mohkam Chand to Mohkam Singh, Himmat Chand to Himmat Singh, and Sahib Chand to Sahib Singh. The Guru then addressed them as the supreme, the liberated ones, pure ones and he called them THE KHALSA.<br />
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He then ordained them to do the following:<br />
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'''I.''' First they must wear the following articles whose names begin with 'K':<br />
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==The 5Ks==<br />
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*1. '''[[Kesh]]''' - unshorn hair. This represents the natural appearance of sainthood. This is the first token of Sikh faith.<br />
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*2. '''[[Kanga]]'''- A comb to clean the hair.<br />
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*3. '''[[Kachha]]''' - An underwear to indicate virtuous character.<br />
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*4. '''[[Kara]]''' - A Iron bracelet on the wrist, a symbol of dedication to the Divine Bridegroom.<br />
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*5. '''[[Kirpan]]''' - A sword symbolising dignity, power and unconquerable spirit.<br />
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'''II.''' They must observe the following guidelines:<br />
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*1. Not to remove hair from the body.<br />
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*2. Not to use Tobacco or other intoxicants (alcohol).<br />
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*3. Not to eat or touch Kuttha (Halal or Kosher) meat of an animal (see Hukamnama by Sri Guru Gobind Singh ji to the Sikhs of Kabul).<br />
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*4. Not to commit adultery- 'Par nari ki sej, bhul supne hun na jayo' (never enjoy, even in dream, the bed of a woman other than your own wife) (A supplementary ordinance was issued that any one who did not observe any of the four directives, must be re- baptized, pay a fine, and promise not to offend any more; or he must be excommunicated from the Khalsa).<br />
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'''III.''' They must rise at dawn, bathe, meditate on Gurmantar-'Waheguru', Moolmantar- the preamble of Japji, and recite five banis- Japji, Jap Sahib and Swayas in the morning; Rehras in the evening; and Kirtan Sohela at bed time at night.<br />
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'''IV.''' They must not worship idols, cemeteries, or cremation grounds, and must believe only in One Immortal God. The Guru further spelled out that they should practice arms, and never show their backs to the foe in the battle field. They should always be ready to help the poor and protect those who sought their protection. They were to consider their previous castes erased, and deem themselves all brothers of one family. Sikhs were to intermarry among themselves. <br />
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==Guru asks for Amrit==<br />
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After the Guru had administered Amrit to his Five Beloved Ones, he stood up in supplication and with folded hands, begged them to baptize him in the same way as he had baptized them. He himself became their disciple (Wonderful is [[Guru Gobind Singh]], himself the Master and himself the disciple). <br />
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The Five Beloved Ones were astonished at such a proposal, and represented their own unworthiness, and the greatness of the Guru, whom they deemed God's Vicar upon earth. They asked him why he made such a request and why he stood in a supplicant posture before them. He replied," I am the son of the Immortal God. It is by His order I have been born and have established this form of baptism. They who accept it shall henceforth be known as the '''KHALSA'''. <br />
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The [[Khalsa]] is the Guru and the Guru is the Khalsa. There is no difference between you and me. As Guru Nanak seated Guru Angad on the throne, so have I made you also a Guru. Wherefore administer the baptismal nectar to me without any hesitation." Accordingly the Five Beloved Ones baptized the Guru with the same ceremonies and injunctions he himself had employed.<br />
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==The rise of the Khalsa==<br />
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The Guru was then named Gobind Singh instead of Gobind Rai. Guru Gobind Singh was the first one to take Amrit from the Khalsa, the Five Beloved Ones. About 80,000 men and women were baptized within a few days at Anandpur. '''"The creation of the Khalsa was the greatest work of the Guru. He created a type of superman, a universal man of God, casteless and country less. The Guru regarded himself as the servant of the Khalsa. He said, "To serve them pleases me the most; no other service is so dear to my soul." The Khalsa was the spearhead of resistance against tyranny."''' (Miss Pearl, S. Buck)<br />
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The creation of the Khalsa created a sense of unity among the Sikhs and their supporters. This unity and the resulting perceived strength in the Sikhs did not go well with the local rulers. The continuous gatherings at [[Anandpur sahib]] and the presence of many thousands of the congregation, some armed with fierce weapons caused anguish with the surrounding hill Rajas. These developments most alarmed the caste ridden Rajput chiefs of the Sivalik hills. They perceived the Sikhs as lower caste beings who had posed no danger to their authority. However, the creation of the Khalsa changed that. Firstly, it disturbed their system of discrimination and division; secondly, they could see that the forces of the Guru were becoming dangerous in number and in armaments.<br />
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==Siege of Anandpur==<br />
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They hence rallied under the leadership of the Raja of Bilaspur, in whose territory lay [[Anandpur]], to forcibly evict [[Guru Gobind Singh]] from his hilly citadel. Their repeated expeditions during 1700-04 however proved abortive. The Khalsa forces were too strong to be dealt with by the hill Rajas. They at last petitioned Emperor Aurangzeb for help. In concert with contingents sent under imperial orders by the governor of Lahore and those of the faujdar of Sirhind, they marched upon Anandpur and laid a siege to the fort in May 1705. <br />
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Over the months, the Guru and his Sikhs firmly withstood their successive assaults despite insufficient amounts of food resulting from the prolonged blockade. While the besieged (Sikhs) were reduced to desperate straits, the besiegers (governor of Lahore) too were exhausted at the courage of the Sikhs. At this stage the besiegers offered, on Oath (promise) of the Qur'an, safe exit to the Sikhs if they quit [[Anandpur]]. At last, the town was evacuated during a night of December 1705. But as the Guru and his Sikhs came out, the hill monarchs and their Mughal allies set upon them in full fury. <br />
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==Sikhs "tricked" by the Mughals==<br />
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In the ensuing confusion many Sikhs were killed and all of the Guru's baggage, including most of the precious manuscripts, was lost. The Guru himself was able to make his way to [[Chamkaur]], 40 km southwest of Anandpur, with barely 40 Sikhs and his two elder sons. There the imperial army, following closely on his heels, caught up with him. His two sons, Ajit Singh (born. 1687) and Jujhar Singh (born. 1691) and all but five of the Sikhs fell in the action that took place on 7 December 1705. The five surviving Sikhs commanded the Guru to save himself in order to reconsolidate the Khalsa.<br />
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[[Guru Gobind Singh]] with three of his Sikhs escaped into the wilderness of the Malva, two of his Muslim devotees, Gani Khan and Nabi Khan, helping him at great personal risk. Guru Gobind Singh's two younger sons, Zorawar Singh (born. 1696), Fateh Singh (born.1699), and his mother, Mata Gujari Ji, also evacuated Anandpur but were betrayed by their old servant and escort, Gangu, to the faujdar of Sirhind, who had the young children executed on 13 December 1705. Their grandmother died the same day.<br />
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==Guru escapes== <br />
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Befriended by another Muslim admirer, Rai Kalha of Raikot,here Guru Gobind Singh gave his sword to Rai Kalha in gratitude for his kindness.(the sword is ingraved on both sides,on the right side is AKAL PURKH KI RACHCHIA HAM NE,SARAB LOH KI RACHCHIA HAM NE, EK ONKAR SATGUR PARSAD AUTAR KHAS PATSHAH 10. On the left side is,SARAB KAL KI RACHCHIA HAM NE, SARAB JIA KI RACHCHIA HAM NE.<br />
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(The sword was taken from the Toshekhana of Maharaja Ranjit Singh on 1st may 1849, along with other arms ie:SHUMASHER WA SIPAR(sword and shield),DAE-I-AHINEE(an iron weapon),NEZA(a lance),CHUKKUR-I-AHINEE(a circular missile weapon of iron),SHUMSHER TEGHAH(a seimitar),KULGHEE-E-KUCH(a crest of glass in silver case),BURCHEE(a small spear),BURCHHA(a large spear), by the east india company. These relics were sent to England under the orders of Lord Dalhousie.)<br />
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Guru Gobind Singh reached Dina in the heart of the Malva. There he enlisted a few hundred warriors of the Brar clan, and also composed his famous letter, Zafarnamah (the Epistle of Victory), in Persian verse, addressed to Emperor Aurangzeb. The letter was a severe indictment of the Emperor and his commanders who had broken their oath. They attacked Guru Gobind Singh once he was outside the safety of his fortification at Anandpur. Two of the Sikhs, Daya Singh and Dharam Singh, were despatched with the Zafarnamah to Ahmadnagar in the South to deliver it to Aurangzeb, then in camp in that town. From Dina, Guru Gobind Singh continued his westward march until, finding the host close upon his heels; he took position beside the water pool of Khidrana to make a last-ditch stand. <br />
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==Brave Sikh women join fight==<br />
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The fighting on 29 December 1705 was hard and desperate. In spite of their overwhelming numbers, the Mughal troops failed to capture the Guru and had to retire in defeat. The major part in this battle was played by a group of 40 Sikhs who had deserted the Guru at Anandpur during the long siege, but who, scolded by their wives at home, had come back under the leadership of a brave and devoted woman, Mai Bhago, to redeem themselves. They had fallen fighting desperately to check the enemy's advance towards the Guru's position. The Guru blessed the 40 dead as 40 mukte, i.e. the 40 Saved Ones. The site is now marked by a sacred shrine and tank and the town which has grown around them is called Muktsar, the Pool of Liberations.<br />
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After spending some time in the Lakkhi Jungle country, Guru Gobind Singh arrived at Talvandi Sabo, now called Damdama Sahib, on 20 January 1706. During his stay there of over nine months, a number of Sikhs rejoined him. He prepared a fresh text of Sikh Scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib, with the celebrated scholar, Bhai Mani Singh, who wrote the Guru's bani. From the number of scholars who had rallied round Guru Gobind Singh and from the literary activity initiated, the place came to be known as the Guru's Kashi or seat of learning like Varanasi (A city of northeast-central India).<br />
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==Zafarnamah bears result==<br />
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The [[Zafarnamah]] sent by Guru Gobind Singh from Dina seems to have touched the heart of [[Emperor Aurungzeb]]. He forthwith invited him for a meeting. According to history, the Emperor had a letter written to the deputy governor of Lahore, Munim Khan, to conciliate the Guru and make the required arrangements for his journey to the Deccan. <br />
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Guru Gobind Singh had, however, already left for the South on 30 October 1706. He was in the neighbourhood of Baghor, in [[Rajasthan]], when the news arrived of the death of the Emperor at Ahmadnagar on 20 February 1707. The Guru there upon decided to return to the [[Punjab]], via Shahjahanabad (Delhi). That was the time when the sons of the deceased Emperor were preparing to contest succession.<br />
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==Guru helps Bahadur Shah==<br />
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Guru Gobind Singh despatched for the help of the eldest claimant, the liberal Prince Muazzam, a token contingent of Sikhs which took part in the battle of Jajau (8 June 1707), decisively won by the Prince who ascended the throne with the title of Bahadur Shah. The new Emperor invited Guru Gobind Singh for a meeting which took place at Agra on 23 July 1707.<br />
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Emperor Bahadur Shah had at this time to move against the Kachhvaha Rajputs of Amber (Jaipur) and then to the Deccan where his youngest brother, Kam Baksh, had raised the standard of revolt. The Guru accompanied him and, as history says, he addressed assemblies of people on the way preaching the word of Guru Nanak. The two camps crossed the River Tapti in June 1708 and the Ban-Ganga in August, arriving at Nanded, on the Godavari, towards the end of August. <br />
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While Bahadur Shah proceeded further South, Guru Gobind Singh decided to stay awhile at Nanded. Here he met a Bairagi (a person who withdraws from the world), Madho Das, whom he blessed into a Sikh with the vows of the Khalsa, renaming him Gurbakhsh Singh (popular name Banda Singh). Guru Gobind Singh gave Banda Singh five arrows from his own quiver and an escort, including five of his chosen Sikhs, and directed him to go to the Punjab and carry on the campaign against the tyranny of the provincial overlords.<br />
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==Plan to assassinate the Guru==<br />
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Nawab Wazir Khan of Sirhind had felt concerned at the Emperor's conciliatory treatment of Guru Gobind Singh. Their marching together to the South made him jealous, and he ordered two of his trusted men with murdering the Guru before his increasing friendship with the Emperor resulted in any harm to him. <br />
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These two pathans Jamshed Khan and Wasil Beg are the names given in the Guru Kian Sakhian pursued the Guru secretly and overtook him at Nanded, where, according to Sri Gur Sobha by Senapati, a contemporary writer, one of them stabbed the Guru in the left side below the heart as he lay one evening in his chamber resting after the Rahras prayer. Before he could deal another blow, Guru Gobind Singh struck him down with his sabre, while his fleeing companion fell under the swords of Sikhs who had rushed in on hearing the noise. As the news reached Bahadar Shah's camp, he sent expert surgeons, to attend to the Guru. <br />
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==Guru recovers but mission is at an end==<br />
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The Guru's wound was immediately stitched by the Emperor's European surgeon and within a few days it appeared to have been healed. The injury had been contained and the Guru had made a good recovery. However, several days later, when the Guru tugged at a hard strong bow, the imperfectly healed wound burst open and caused profuse bleeding. It was again treated but it was now clear to the Guru that the call of the Father from Heaven had come. He prepared the sangat for his departure; instruction were given to the immediate main [[Sewadar]]s and finally he gave his last and enduring message of his mission to the assembly of the Khalsa. <br />
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He then opened the Granth Sahib, placed five paise and solemnly bowed to it as his successor, GURU GRANTH SAHIB. Saying 'Waheguru ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh', he walked around the Guru Granth Sahib and proclaimed, ''"O beloved Khalsa, let him who desireth to behold me, behold the Guru Granth. Obey the Granth Sahib. It is the visible body of the Gurus. And let him who desires to meet me, search me in the hymns."'' <br />
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He then sang his self-composed hymn:<br />
<b>''"Agya bhai Akal ki tabhi chalayo Panth Sabh Sikhan ko hukam hai Guru manyo Granth<br />
Guru Granth Ji manyo pargat Guran ki deh Jo Prabhu ko milbo chahe khoj shabad mein le<br />
Raj karega Khalsa aqi rahei na koe Khwar hoe sabh milange bache sharan jo hoe."''</b><br />
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Translation of the above:<br />
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"Under orders of the Immortal Being, the Panth was created. All the Sikhs are enjoined to accept the Granth as their Guru. Consider the Guru Granth as embodiment of the Gurus. Those who want to meet God, can find Him in its hymns. The Khalsa shall rule, and its opponents will be no more, Those separated will unite and all the devotees shall be saved."<br />
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==Guru Granth Sahib becomes Guru==<br />
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He, in grateful acknowledgement of the spiritual benefactions of the founder of his religion, uttered a Persian distich, the translation of which is:<br />
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'''"Gobind Singh obtained from Guru Nanak Hospitality, the sword, victory, and prompt assistance."'''<br />
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(These lines were impressed on a seal made by the Sikhs after the Guru left for his heavenly abode, and were adopted by Ranjit Singh for his coinage after he had assumed the title of Maharaja in the Punjab)<br />
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The Guru then left for his heavenly abode. The Sikhs made preparations for his final rites as he had instructed them, the Sohila was chanted and Parsahd (sacred food) was distributed. While all were mourning the loss, a Sikh arrived and said," You suppose that the Guru is dead. I met him this very morning riding his bay horse. After bowing to him, I asked where he was going. He smiled and replied that he was going to the forest." The Sikhs who heard this statement arrived at the conclusion that it was all the Guru's play, that he dwelt in uninterrupted bliss, that he showed himself wherever he was remembered. He who treasures even a grain of the Lord's love in his heart, is the blessed one and the Guru reveals himself to such a devotee in mysterious ways.<br />
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Wherefore for such a Guru who had departed bodily to Heaven, there ought to be no mourning. The Word as contained in the Guru Granth Sahib was henceforth, and for all time to come to be the Guru for the Sikhs. <br />
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Above article adapted from: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/saadh_sangat/<br />
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== Guru's Bani ==<br />
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"Without the support of the One Name, Consider all religious ceremonies superstitions." <br><br />
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"Karta (The Creator) and Karim (The beneficient) are the names of the same God. <br><br />
Razak (The provider) and Rahim (The merciful) are also the names given to Him. <br><br />
Let no man in his error wrangle over differences in names. <br><br />
Worship the One God who is the Lord of all. Know that his form is one and He is the One light diffused in all." <br><br />
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"The Khalsa is my own image. I shall always manifest myself in the Khalsa. <br><br />
The Khalsa is my body and soul; The Khalsa is the life of my life. <br><br />
The Khalsa is my perfect leader. The Khalsa is my brave friend. <br><br />
I say nothing untrue and to this; Guru Nanak, united with God, is my witness." <br><br />
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"Why impress false religion on the world? It will be of no service to it. <br><br />
Why run about for the sake of wealth? You cannot escape from death. <br><br />
Son, Wife, friends, disciples, companions none of those will bear witness for thee. <br><br />
Think, O think, you thoughtless fool, you shall have in the end to depart alone." (Swayya 32)<br />
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[[Guru Gobind Singh]] was the Tenth Sikh Master, son of [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]], grandson of [[Guru Hargobind]], great-grandson of [[Guru Arjan]], the fifth Sikh Guru.<br />
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== Chronology of the Main Events==<br />
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* see the full list [[Chronology of Guru Gobind Singh's life|'''here''']]<br />
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|align=center | 1 || December 22nd, 1666 || Birth at [[Patna]] Sahib <br />
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|align=center | 2 || May, 1673 || Arrival at [[Anandpur]] Sahib <br />
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|align=center | 3 || July, 1677 || Marriage with [[Mata Jeeto]] Ji <br />
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|align=center | 4 || 1682 || Repulsing the attack of [[Raja Bhim Chand]] on Anandpur <br />
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==See also==<br />
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* [[Guru Gobind Singh Gallery]]<br />
* [[Bani of Guru Gobind Singh]]<br />
* [[Chronology of Guru Gobind Singh's life]]<br />
* [[Dasam Granth]]<br />
* [[Vaisakhi]]<br />
* [[52 court poets of Guru Gobind Singh]]<br />
* [[Khalsa]]<br />
* [[Sahibzada]]<br />
* [[Guru Gobind Singh marg]]<br />
* [[Bhai Dhalla Sikh of Guru Gobind Singh]]<br />
* [[Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the power of Sangat]]<br />
* [[Daulat Rai's preface to his book on Guru Gobind Singh]] - also see link [http://megasinghsabha.com/book1.php "Sahibe Kamaal Guru Gobind Singh" - Online]<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_gobind_singh_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji] Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji is tenth of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/gur-ta-gaddi.html Video on Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/rooh-dar-har-jisam-guru-gobind-singh.htm Humility and Sacrifices of Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
* [http://www.baisakhi1999.org Eternal Glory of Guru Gobind Singh Ji and The Khalsa]<br />
* [http://www.sgpc.net/gurus/gurugobind.asp www.sgpc.net]<br />
* [http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/gurugobind.htm Gateway to Sikhism]<br />
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/people/gobindsingh.shtml www.bbc.co.uk]<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/gurugobindsinghji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.org Sikhs.org]<br />
* [http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/index.html www.sikh-history.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikh.net/SIKHISM/GURUS/10Gfact.htm www.sikh.net]<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smspublications/thesaintsoldier/ The Saint - Soldier (Guru Gobind Singh)] - eBook<br />
* [http://www.gurugobindsinghmarg.org/home/anandpur/anandpur_to_talwandi_sabo.htm Guru Gobind Singh Marg]<br />
* [http://www.tribuneindia.com/1999/99apr11/sunday/head11.htm tribuneindia.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhreview.org/january2009/philo1.htm The Incredible Guru Gobind Singh] by Jaidev Singh Kohli*<br />
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==Notes==<br />
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* 1). Previous records show Guru Gobind Singh's date of birth as December 22, 1666. However, following the standardisation of the Sikh calendar called the [[Nanakshahi]] Calendar, this date was amended to January 5, 1666.<br />
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|Subject Name = Guru Tegh Bahadur<br><br>(1621 to 1675)<br />
|Name = Tegh Bahadur<br />
|Birth = [[Wednesday]], [[April 18]], [[1621]] <br />
|Parents = [[Guru Har Gobind]] & [[Mata Nanaki]]<br />
|brosis = Brother - [[Baba Gurditta]], [[Suraj Mal|Baba Suraj Mal]], Baba Ani Rai, [[Baba Atal Rai|Baba Atal Rai]]<br> Sister - [[Bibi Viro|Bibi Biro]] <br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Gujri]]<br />
|Children = [[Guru Gobind Singh]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1664]]<br />
|Bani in GGS = N.A<br />
|Died = [[Wednesday]], [[November 24]], [[1675]] at Chandani Chownk New Delhi<br />
|Other Info = 115 hymns<br />
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'''Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਤੇਗ਼ ਬਹਾਦੁਰ) ([[Wednesday]], [[April 18]], [[1621]] - [[Wednesday]], [[November 24]], [[1675]]) was the ninth of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]], becoming [[Guru]] on [[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1664]] following in the footsteps of his grand-nephew, [[Guru Har Krishan]]. Before his epic challenge of [[Aurangzeb]]'s policy of forced religious conversion, the Guru Sahib had nominated his son, [[Guru Gobind Singh|Gobind Rai]] as the 10th Guru of the Sikhs. <br />
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A summary of the main highlights of Guru Tegh Bahadur's life:<br />
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*He built the city that his son would enlarge and rename [[Anandpur Sahib]].<br />
*He travelled extensively throughout [[India]].<br />
*He sacrificed his own life, facing down Emperor[[Aurangzeb]] on behalf of the [[Kashmir]]i [[Hindu]]s, ending Aurangzeb's threat to either convert to Islam or be executed. <br />
*He contributed 115 hymns to the [[Sri Guru Granth Sahib]], all of them [[Slok]]s.<br />
*His [[Salok]]s (Mahal 9) near the end of the Guru Granth Sahib are extremely popular.<br />
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Today Gurdwara Sis Ganj, [[Chandani Chowk]], Delhi, stands at the site where Guru Tegh Bahadur was beheaded, while [[Gurdwara Rakab Ganj|Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib]], [[Delhi]] stands at the site where Guru Tegh Bahadur's headless body was cremated by [[Lakhi Shah Vanjara]], one of the Guru's devotees, who had managed to rescue the Guru's body from the Mughals, setting his home afire, in order to cremate the Guru Sahib’s body. <br />
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==Early life==<br />
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Guru Ji whose original name was Tyag Mal (Master of Renunciation) spent his childhood at Amritsar. In his early years he learned [[Gurmukhi]], [[Hindi]], [[Sanskrit]] and Indian religious philosophy from [[Bhai Gurdas]], and archery and horsemanship from [[Baba Budha]] while his father [[Guru Hargobind]] Ji, Master of [[Miri and Piri]] taught him swordsmanship. Only 13 years old, he asked his father to accompany him into battle as his village was attack by Painde Khan and the Mughals in a battle over Shah Jahan's hawk. During the battle he had weighed into the enemies with abandon, slashing his sword right and left. <br />
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After the battle was won, (the [[Battle of Kartarpur]]) the victorious Sikhs returning home honored their new hero with a new 'warriors' name. And so Tyag Mal Ji was renamed Tegh Bahadur Ji (lit. Brave sword wielder or Best sword wielder).(Tegh = wielder of the sword. Bahadur (originally meaning brave was by that time being also used as a superlative meaning better or best). The young Tegh Bahadur soon showed a bent in the direction of the earlier Sikhs Gurus who had passed the 'seli' of Nanak (the sacred headgear of renunciation) to each new Guru. He delved into his studies and spent his time in meditation living up to his given name - Master of Renunciation. He was married to [[Mata Gujri]] Ji at Kartarpur in 1632.<br />
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After the untimely death of his son [[Bhai Gurditta]] the [[Guru Hargobind]] seemingly started grooming his grandson Har Rai to sit next on Guru Nanak's seat. Har Rai Ji became Guru Hargobind's successor in [[1644]]. Shortly after this Guru Hargobind asked Tegh Bahadur Ji to move with his wife and his mother to the village of [[Bakala]]. He had told his wife, who had wanted her son to follow the father as Guru, that one day he would become Guru and have a son and that both would become famous in their fight for justice.<br />
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For the next 20 years the Master of Renunciation spent most of his time in an underground room absorbed in meditation. Before [[Guru Har Krishan]] Ji passed to God’s court, he indicated that his successor would be found in [[Bakala]]. Earlier a wealthy Sikh trader [[Makhan Shah]] whose ship was caught in a violent storm prayed to God that if his ship reached port safely he would give 500 golden Mohurs to his Guru Har Krishan. <br />
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The ship landed safely and proving to be a Sikh of great integrity he headed to Delhi where the young Guru had travelled at the command of [[Aurangzeb]]. Along the way he learned of Guru Har Krishan's passing and of his mentioning that the next Guru was in the village of Bakala. He arrived in Bakala to find 22 members of the Sodhi dynasty styling themselves as the Guru and taking donations from the Sikhs. He decided to give each Guru 2 gold pieces and each Guru was pleased and blessed him. <br />
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[[Makhan Shah]] was about to leave the village when a child told him of yet another holy man meditating nearby in an underground room. Again [[Makhan Shah]] bowed and gave 2 gold pieces and turned to leave. Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji said: ''“Why have you broken your promise? When you prayed to God to save you and your ship from the terrible storm you promised 500 gold pieces to the Guru”. Makhan Shah was overjoyed, he gave the rest of the gold as promised and ran to the roof shouting “The True Guru has been found, O Sikhs come seek his blessing”''. The false Gurus all ran away. <br />
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==Becomes Sikh Guru==<br />
The responsibility of instructing and guiding the Sikh community was now of Guru Tegh Bahadur's. He was the focal point of veneration of the Sikhs. They came singly and in batches to seek spiritual solace and inspiration. And by his teachings and practise, he moulded their religious and social conscience.<br />
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As had been the custom since Guru Har Gobind, Guru Tegh Bahadur kept a splendid lifestyle. He had his armed attendance and other marks of royalty. But he himself lived austerely. Sikh or other documents make no mention of any clash with the ruling power having occurred during his time.<br />
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==Visit to Harmandar Sahib==<br />
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Soon after the public announcement by [[Makhan Shah]], the Guru with a party of Sikhs travelled to [[Amritsar]] to pay obeisance at the [[Harmandar Sahib]]. However on his arrival at this sacred shrine, the Guru was rebuffed by the Sodhi family Sardars who then had control of the [[Gurdwara]] and he was not allowed to enter the main section of the complex but went as far as the [[Thara Sahib]] - see [[Structure of Harmandar Sahib]].<br />
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The party found that the doors of this premier Sikh shrine were suddenly shut and they were refused admittance. The reason for this action was that the greedy "[[masand]]s" (bishops) of Amritsar had acknowledged [[Guru Arjan Dev ji's]] elder brother [[Prithi Chand]] to be their guru. It was under the instructions of Harji, the impostor (Mina) guru of that time, that the doors of the Golden Temple were closed to Guru Tegh Bahadur ji. <br />
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The Guru waited nearby for a little while. This place is now known as "Thara Sahib" - the Pillar of Patience. But when the doors were not opened, Guru ji went away and stayed in a nearby village of Wala in the humble dwelling of a peasant couple. Later, the women of [[Amritsar]] came out and repented for the shameful behaviour of the masands of Amritsar. Highly pleased at the sincere devotion and courage of the women of Amritsar, Guru Tegh Bahadur ji said, "Ever blessed by God be the women of Amritsar." <br />
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==Mission starts in Punjab==<br />
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The Guru made three successive visits to [[Kiratpur]]. On 21 August 1664, Guru Tegh Bahadur went there to console with Bibi Rup Kaur upon the passing away of her father, [[Guru Har Rai]], and of her brother, [[Guru Har Krishan]]. The second visit was on 15 October 1664, at the death on 29 September 1664, of Mata Bassi, mother of Guru Har Rai. A third visit concluded a fairly extensive journey through Majha, Malwa region in [[Punjab]] and [[Bangar]] districts of the [[Punjab region|Punjab]]. <br />
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Crossing the [[Beas]]] and [[Sutlej]]] rivers, Guru Tegh Bahadur arrived in the Malwa. He visited Zira, and [[Moga]] and reached [[Darauli]]. He then sojourned in the Lakhi Jungle, a desolate and sandy tract comprising mainly present-day districts of [[Bhatinda]] and [[Faridkot district|Faridkot]]. <br />
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According to the Guru kian Sakhian, [[Baisakhi]] of 1665 was celebrated at Sabo-ki [[Talwandi]], now known as [[Damdama Sahib]]. This journey took Guru Tegh Bahadur up to [[Dhamdhan]], near [[Jind]], from where he returned to Kiratpur. The Dowager Rani Champa of Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh offered to give the Guru a piece of land in her state. <br />
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The Guru bought the site (which was about six miles away from Kiratpur Sahib) on payment of Rs 500. The land consisted of the villages of Lodhipur, Mianpur and Sahota. Here on the mound of [[Makhowal]], Guru Tegh Bahadur ordained that a city be constructed. The original name of the city was Chakk Nanaki. However, later he would rename the city [[Anandpur]] - the City of Bliss and this was where the [[Khalsa]] was born.<br />
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However, the Guru did not stay at Anandpur or Kiratpur for long; he left most of its construction to be done during his absence. <br />
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==Mission to the East==<br />
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Soon after, during about late 1665 and 1666, the Guru undertook travels to the region east of Punjab and to Easter India to different parts of this region to preach the teachings of [[Guru Nanak]]. His places of visit included Uttar Pardesh, [[Bihar]], [[Assam]], Bengal and present-day Bangladesh. One reason for Guru Tegh Bahadur ji's travels to the East was his wish to visit and pay homage to various places that were associated with the previous visit by [[Guru Nanak]]. <br />
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These visits to places where core Sikh sangats (communities) existed created confidence and infuse renewed enthusiasm in the people; gave them moral and spiritual courage and a better and deeper understanding of Guru Nanak mission. <br />
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Leaving [[Anandpur]], the Ninth Guru blessing various villages and towns, reached Kurukshetra. An eclipse of the Sun was due and there was a fair and a large gathering. The Guru took advantage of the occasion and went there. The Brahmans and some other people suggested to the Guru that he should bathe in the sacred tank and thus be purified. <br />
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The Guru smiled and said, "My friends, one cannot be purified simply by washing one's body since the polluted mind cannot be washed with water. It is only the True Name of Almighty God that can wash away all sins and emancipate the soul." By these means, the Guru imparted the message of Guru Nanak and dispelled superstition and empty ritualistic behaviour. <br />
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==Birth of Gobind Rai==<br />
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During 1666 the Guru was travelling east of [[Patna]] to the regions of [[Bihar]], [[Assam]] and present-day Bangladesh after leaving his wife, family members and Sikh sangat at Patna, Bihar.<br />
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At this time [[Mata Gujri]] was expecting a baby as so found it difficult to travel. Thirty four years had passed since her marriage to the Guru Tegh Bahadur. Three hours before the dawning of day, in the winter of her forty second year, on [[Friday]], [[January 5]], [[1666]], Mata Gujri ji became the mother of a prince. Marvelling at the majestic bearing of one so small, [[Mata Nankee]] delivered her newborn grandson proudly to his mother's outstretched arms.<br />
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At his post outside the room, Kirpal Chand heard the infant take his first breath and immediately, he turned to dispatch the courier who stood by awaiting the signal to seek out the Guru and deliver the news of his son's birth. Thus [[Gobind Rai]] was born in the city of Patna in Bihar, East India. <br />
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==Return to Punjab==<br />
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Returning to Patna in 1670, the Guru directed his family to return to the [[Punjab]]. On the site of the house at Patna in which [[Gobind Rai]] was born and where he spent his early childhood now stands a sacred shrine, [[Sri Patna Sahib Gurdwara]], [[Bihar]].<br />
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Gobind Rai was escorted to [[Anandpur]] (then known as Chakk Nanaki) on the foothills of the Sivaliks where he reached in March 1672 and where his early education included reading and writing of Punjabi, Braj, Sanskrit and Persian. He was barely nine years of age when a sudden turn came in his life as well as in the life of the community he was destined to lead. <br />
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==Oppression by the Mughals==<br />
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But soon oppression and intolerance would again rear its ugly head. The [[Mughal]] Emperor [[Aurangzeb]] ordered [[Hindu]] temples to be destroyed and that idol worship was to be stopped. He had a temple converted into a Mosque and slaughtered a cow inside it. He also had Hindus sacked from their government jobs and employed [[Muslim]]s instead. Aurangzeb also ordered [[Gurdwara]]s to be destroyed, and he expelled many missionaries from the main cities. Despite some resistance after many years of persecution, people were being forced to take up [[Islam]]. <br />
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P.N.K. Bamzi’s book, ''A History of Kashmir'' describes those days:<br />
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:Iftikhar Khan… …was using force to convert the Pandits in Kashmir to Islam. Some pious men among the Pandits then met and decided to go to Amarnath and invoke the mercy of Lord Siva (at their sacred cave:editor) for deliverance from the tyrannies of the bigot. At the Amarnath cave, one of the pandits saw in a dream Lord Siva, who told him to go to Tegh Bahadur, the Ninth Sikh Guru, in the Punjab and ask for his help to save the Hindu religion. He spoke to his companions about the revelation. About 500 proceeded to Anandpur where Guru Tegh Bahadur was living.<br />
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==Kashmiri pandits and Guru Tegh Bahadur==<br />
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[[Aurangzeb]], being clever, decided if he could convert the revered Brahmin Pandits of Kashmir that millions of followers would then easily be converted. Threatened with conversion or death, the Pandits overcome by panic, came in a delegation to Chakk Nanaki, Pargana Kahlur (from a contemporary entry in the Bhat Vahi (diary) of the purohit of Talauda in Jind Pargana) and requested Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s help. <br />
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Hearing the serious nature of the conversation, Guru Ji’s 9 year old son Gobind Rai Ji told his father what the problem was. The Guru told his son of the Pandits dilemma and said that it would take a holy man literally laying down his life to intercede. Gobind Rai responded “Who would be better than you to defend the poor Brahmins”. Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji decided to stand up for the right of freedom of worship and told the delegation to tell Aurangzeb that if he could convert Guru Tegh Bahadur they would gladly convert. <br />
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==Gobind becomes 10th Sikh Guru==<br />
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He had his son, Gobind Rai consecrated Guru and successor on 8th July 1675. The ceremony that had taken place seven times before was repeated: The Guru place five coins and a coconut before his son as a symbol of the Guru ship passing from him to his son; Gobind Rai was now the Guru of the Sikhs at the age of 9 years. <br />
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Guru tegh Bahadur then left [[Anandpur]] for [[Delhi]] with 3 other Sikhs who knew as well the danger they were to face, [[Bhai Sati Das]], [[Bhai Mati Das]] and [[Bhai Dayal Das]]. <br />
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==Journey to Martyrdom==<br />
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It seems orders for his arrest had been issued by emperor Aurangzeb as soon as he received reports of his declared intention, because he was arrested four days later. An entry in Bhatt Vahi Multani Sindhi reads:<br />
:Guru Tegh Bahadur, the Ninth Guru,… …was taken into custody by Nur Muhammad Khan Miraza of Ropar Police post, on Savan 12,1732 /12th July 1675, at Malikpur Ranghran, Pargana Ghanaula, and sent to Sirhind. <br />
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Along with him were arrested Diwan Mati Das and Sati Das, sons of Hira Nand Chhibbar, and Dyal Das, son of Mai Das. They were kept in custody at Bassi Pathana for four months. The pitiless captors imposed much atrocity on the Guru. He was then cast into an iron cage and taken to Delhi, where he arrived on 4th Nov. 1675.<br />
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==Guru's welcome in heaven==<br />
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Guru Ji was beheaded on [[11 November]] [[1675]], [[Bhai Jaita]] consecrated Guru Ji’s severed head to [[Anandpur Sahib]] were it was cremated by Guru Gobind Singh. A severe storm had come up after the execution and [[Bhai Lakhi Shah]] carried Guru Ji’s body to his nearby house, which he then set on fire to conceal the cremation of his Guru's body. It is said that Bhai Jaita's own father volunteered to be beheaded to cover the loss of the Guru's body. Many of the Pandits became Sikhs their leader Kirpa Ram was baptised as a Sikh and died fighting the Moghuls with Guru Gobind Singh's older sons.<br />
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Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji had a versatile personality, a warrior, family man with social commitment and a preacher of great understanding and vision. His martyrdom broke the myth of Aurangzeb’s religiosity.<br />
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The achievements of Guru Tegh Bahadur are remarkable:<br />
* During the last period in Guru Ji’s life, Guru Ji founded a new town called [[Anandpur Sahib]] (City of Bliss) and went on missionary tours to UP and Bengal. Guru Ji also initiated welfare projects all over northern [[Panjab]].<br />
* Guru Ji symbolised the triumph of good over evil, Guru Ji’s martyrdom, unique in the history of mankind, inspired many Sikhs to lay down their lives for noble causes and moral values. <br />
* Guru Ji was also a versatile poet and embodied a message of freedom, courage and compassion; “Fear not and frighten not.”<br />
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== Timeline ==<br />
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|align=center| 1 || 1621 || Born at Amritsar || <br />
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|align=center| 2 || 1632 ||Marriage with Mata Gujri ||11<br />
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|align=center| 3 || 1665 ||Appointed as the Ninth Guru ||44<br />
|- bgcolor=#E6E6BB<br />
|align=center| 4 || 1666 ||Birth of Guru Gobind Singh ji ||45<br />
|- bgcolor=#CCFFDD <br />
|align=center| 5 || 1666 ||Founded city of Anandpur ||45<br />
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|align=center| 6 ||1666-70||Visited Bengal and Assam ||45-49<br />
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|align=center| 7 || 1670 ||Return to Punjab ||49<br />
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|align=center| 8 || 1673 ||Second tour of Malwa ||52 <br />
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|align=center| 9 || 1675 ||Petition of Kashmiri Pandits ||54<br />
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|align=center| 10 || 1675 ||Gurgaddi passed on to son ||54<br />
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|align=center| 11 || 1675 ||Martyrdom due to the above Petition ||54<br />
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== See also==<br />
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* [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]]<br />
* [[Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadar]]<br />
* [[Salok Mahala 9]]<br />
* [[Salok Mahala 9 bani]]<br />
* [[Learn Salok Mahala 9]]<br />
* [[Kashmiri pandits]]<br />
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* [[Kirpa Singh Dutt]]<br />
* [[Baba Makhan Shah Labana]]<br />
* [[Bhai Kanhaiya]]<br />
* [[Sayth Nanak 9, Guru Tegh Bahadur]]<br />
* [[The Beheading of Guru Tegh Bahadur]]<br />
* [[Guru Arjan]]<br />
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* [[Martyrdom of Guru Arjan]]<br />
* [[Martyrdom of Guru Arjan in the eyes of non-Sikh historians]]<br />
* [[Sikh Martyrs]]<br />
* [[Gurdwara Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib (Dhubri)]]<br />
* [[Shaheedi of Guru Tegh Bahadur]]<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_tegh_bahadur_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji] Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji is ninth of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/guru-teg-bahadur/ Eternal Glory of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib]<br />
* [http://www.sikhvideos.com/shaheedi-guru-tegh-bahadur-sahib.html Video on the Martyrdom of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib]<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruteghbahadurji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smspublications/thesupremesacrificeofguruteghbahadur/chapter4/ Travels to the East] <br />
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/people/teghbahadur.shtml BBC - Guru Tegh Bahadur]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcomics.com/guru-tegh-bahadur-the-ninth-guru-of-the-sikhs Graphic Novel on Guru Tegh Bahadur]<br />
eBooks:<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smspublications/thesupremesacrificeofguruteghbahadur/ The Supreme Sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur] - eBook<br />
* [http://www.amazon.com/Guru-Tegh-Bahadur-Comics-ebook/dp/B004Y72JW2 Guru Tegh Bahadur, The Ninth Guru of the Sikhs - Kindle Digital book]<br />
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|Subject Name = Guru Har Krishan<br><br>(1656 to 1664)<br />
|Name = Har Krishan<br />
|Birth = [[Wednesday]], [[23 July]] [[1656]]<br />
|Parents = [[Guru Har Rai]] & [[Mata Krishen Kaur]]<br />
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|Guruship = [[Sunday]], [[20 October]] [[1661]]<br />
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'''Guru Har Krishan Ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਹਰਿ ਕ੍ਰਿਸ਼ਨ) ([[Wednesday]], [[23 July]] [[1656]] - [[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1664]]) was the eighth of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]]. He became Guru on [[Sunday]], [[20 October]] [[1661]] following in the footsteps of his father, [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji. Before Guru Ji died, he nominated [[Baba Bakala]] ji, as the next Guru of the Sikhs. It turns out that this was his grand-uncle [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]]. The following is a summary of the main highlights of Guru ji's short life:<br />
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* Guru Har Krishan was of a small age when he attained the leadership of the Sikh people. There are very few devotees of God in human history who have achieved a high level of spirituality in such small age. Prahlad, Dhruv was one of them and Guru Hari Krishan can also be included in the same list. All other Sikh Guru's sat on the "Gaddi", the "throne of Guruship" when they were over the age of 12, but only Guru Hari Krishen sat on the Gaddi when he was just 5 of age. <br />
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* When Guruji stayed in Delhi there was a smallpox epidemic which resulted in many deaths. By Guru ji's blessing, the lake at [[Bangla Sahib]] provided a cure for thousands. Exposing himself to his many devotees he too died succumbed to smallpox. Thus he unselfishly, without the thought of danger to himself, served many people. This is true [[Sewa]] to care for the sick even at the risk of one's own life.<br />
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* [[Gurdwara Bangla Sahib]] was constructed in Guru ji's memory. This is where he stayed during his visit to Delhi. This was originally the palace of [[Raja Jai Singh]], who was a strong and powerful Sikh and a devotee of the Guru.<br />
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* Guru Sahib caused the illiterate water-carrier [[Chhaju Ram]] to expound the philosophy of the holy [[Gita]] on challenge from Pandit Lal Chand. On hearing this narration of the holy Gita, Pandit [[Lal Chand]] was deeply humiliated. He was so impressed with this feat performed by the Guru that he became a Sikh and later escorted the Guru Sahib to Kurukshetra. <br />
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== Detailed Account==<br />
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Guru Har krishan Sahib was born on [[Sawan]] Vadi 10, (8 Sawan), Bikrami Samvat 1713, ([[Wednesday]], [[23 July]] [[1656]]) at [[Kiratpur]] Sahib. He was the second son of [[Guru Har Rai]] Sahib and [[Mata Krishan Kaur]] Ji (Sulakhni Ji). [[Ram Rai]], the elder brother of Guru Harkrishan Sahib was ex-communicated and disinherited due to his anti-Guru Ghar activities, as stated earlier and Sri Harkrishan Sahib Ji at the age of about five years, was declared as Eighth Nanak Guru by his father Guru Har Rai Sahib before his death in 1661. <br />
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This act inflamed Ram Rai Ji with jealousy and he complained to Emperor Aurangzeb against his father's decision. The Emperor replied in favour issuing orders through Raja Jai Singh to the young Guru to appear before him. Raja Jai Singh sent his emissary to Kiratpur Sahib to bring the Guru to Delhi. At first the Guru was not willing to travel to Delhi, but after repeated requests of his followers and Raja Jai Singh, he agreed to the trip.<br />
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:The following quote from [http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak8.html www.sikh-history.com]<br />
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:Guru Har Rai passed away on [[20 October]] [[1661]]. Guru Har Krishan consoled the disciples. He asked them not to give way to despair but abide by the Will of the Almighty. All should sing God's praises and not weep or lament. As days went by, the disciples began pouring in from far and near. They were delighted to have a sight of the Guru. He sat on the throne, a small figure, young in years, but mature in wisdom. <br />
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Says Bhai Santokh Singh, "The early morning sun looks small in size, but its light is everywhere. So was Guru Har Krishan' s fame, without limit." Those who came to see him were instructed in true knowledge. They had their heart's desires fulfilled and their sins erased. The Sikhs recognized him as the picture of Guru Nanak. They saw on Guru Har Krishan's handsome face the same light as must have been on Guru Nanak's. <br />
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Guru Har Krishan had a rare ability in explaining passages from the Holy Granth. He delighted the hearts of his disciples by his commentaries. He reminded them to cherish the One God alone, and asked them to discard passions and learn the virtues of patience, charity and love. Thus Guru Har Krishan carried on the teaching of the Gurus and preserved intact the legacy he had inherited from them.<br />
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[[Image:Guru_harkrishan1.jpg|thumb|300px|''Guru Harkrishan Sahib in Delhi with the city in the grip of an epidemic. Guru Ji went all over the city through narrow lanes and gave succour to all in anguish without any discrimination.''|right]]<br />
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The Baisakhi day (March 29) of 1662 brought to [[Kiratpur]] vast numbers of followers. The festival lasted three days. The sangats were looked after by the Guru' s grandmother, Mata Bassi, and mother, Mata Sulakkhni. In the sangat of Sialkot district was Pair Mall of Pasrur, along with his family. His son, Khem Karan, was a promising youth. Mata Bassi betrothed her granddaughter, Bibi Rup Kaur, to him. Nuptials were held on December 3, 1662. According to the Guru kian Sakhian, the presents offered by Mata Bassi included a pothi of stories from Guru Har Rai' s mouth and a dagger belonging to Guru Hargobind.<br />
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==Guru Ji To Delhi==<br />
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===Guru Ji and Mughal interference===<br />
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Emperor [[Aurangzeb]] was not pleased to hear about the growing popularity of Guru Har Krishan. He asked the young Guru to visit his [[Darbar]] (Court) at [[Delhi]] as he done with his father, [[Guru Har Rai]]. His father, rather than going to Delhi himself at the beck and call of [[Aurangzeb]], had sent his elder son, [[Ram Rai]], to the emperor' s court. <br />
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Before his death Guru Har Rai, aware that Aurangzeb preferred [[Ram Rai]] as the next Guru of the Sikhs, cautioned his son to never meet with Aurangzeb. When a servant of [[Mirza Raja Jai Singh|Raja Jai Singh]] of Amber arrived with the emperor' s request, Guru Har Krishan took counsel with his leading Sikhs. With clasped hands, they replied "We are thy servants, Lord. With thy knowledge of 'the three worlds', thou knowest best." Guru Har Krishan, having made his decision, called for the messenger and told him that he would accompany him to Delhi. Travelling to Delhi, Guru Har Krishan traveled through [[Ropar]], Banur and [[Ambala]], often stopping to meet with crowds of his disciples who availed themselves of the chance to meet with their new Guru.<br />
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===An Illiterate Recites Saloks===<br />
[[Image:Guru_harkrishan3.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Mute Bhai Chhajju Ram recites Saloks from the holy Gita''|left]]<br />
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When Guru was near [[Panjokhara]], a Sikh spoke with humility, "Sangats are coming from [[Peshawar]], [[Kabul]] and [[Kashmir]]. Stay here a day so that they may have the chance of seeing you, Master." The Guru agreed. In that village lived a pandit, [[Lal Chand]] by name, who was proud of his caste as well as of his learning. He came to see the Guru and spoke with derision: '''"It is said that you sit on the gaddi of [[Guru Nanak]]. But what do you know of the old religious books'?"''' [[Chhajju Ram]], an illiterate, village water-carrier of a low caste that was forbidden access to the Vedas, happened to pass by at that moment. Guru Har Krishan asked Dargah Mall to call him. <br />
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As Chhajju Ram came, the Guru enquired if he would explain to the pandit the gist of the [[Bhagavad gita]]. The illiterate villager astonished everyone by his cogent commentary on the sacred book. Lal Chand's pride was overcome. Humbly he fell at the Guru's feet. Both men became the Guru's disciples and travelled with him up to [[Kurukshetra]]. Lal Chand, taking [[Pahul]] became Lal Singh and was one of the Sikhs who fought with [[Guru Gobind Singh]] in the [[battle of Chamkaur]] on December 7, 1705, where he fell as a Martyr.<br />
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===Guru Ji in Delhi===<br />
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When Guru Sahib reached Delhi, he was greeted with great fervor and full honors by Mirza [[Raja Jai Singh]] and the Sikhs of Delhi. Guru Sahib was lodged in the palace of Raja Jai Singh. The people from all walks of life flocked the palace to have a glimpse (Darshan) of Guru Harkrishan Sahib. Some chronicles mention that prince Muzzam also paid a visit.<br />
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In Delhi, Guru Har Krishan put up in Raja Jai Singh's bungalow which is now the site of Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. The house was a spacious one "designed to suit all the seasons of the year." The Sikhs of Delhi started coming in groups to see the Guru. They came chanting the holy songs and brought offerings with them. According to the Guru kian Sakhian, Guru Har Krishan visited the emperor's court on [[Chet]] Sudi Naumi, 1721 Bk/March 25, 1664. <br />
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As says the Mahima Prakash, the emperor had planned a trial. He had two large trays laid out for the Guru. One of these displayed ornaments, clothes and toys. The other had in it a holy man's cloak and cowl. Both were presented to Guru Har Krishan. He rejected the tray containing ornaments and clothes, and accepted the one containing the cloak. The emperor was convinced of his holiness. He thought he would invite him again and see him perform a miracle. Guru Har Krishan guessed what the emperor had in his mind. He told himself that he would not see his face again. He believed that no one should attempt a mirage and try to disturb the law of God. Guru Har Krishan knew how his father had punished Ram Rai, his elder brother, for showing feats in Aurangzeb's court.<br />
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====Guru Ji and Rani====<br />
In order to test the Guru's intelligence, of which everyone spoke very highly, Raja Jai Singh requested the Guru Sahib to identify the real queen out of the equally and well dressed ladies surrounding Guru Sahib. The Guru at once went to a lady dressed as a maidservant and sat in her lap. This lady was the real queen. There are also many different stories we find in some other Sikh accounts relating to Guru Sahib's mental ability.<br />
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The Rani had devised her own test. she asked her husband, Jai Singh, to bring the Guru to the ladies' dwelling-house. The Guru accepted the invitation. At the entrance to the inner apartments of the palace, he was received by the Raja's servants with due honour. As he stepped inside, the ladies, in their costly jewels and clothes, bowed in reverencers He walked past them acknowledging their greetings. As he came near one dressed modestly in a maid's coarse homespun, he stopped and said, You are the Rani. Why should you have dressed yourself in a maid's suit?" The Rani bent her head in homage. Within a short span of time Guru Harkrishan Sahib through his fraternization with the common masses gained more and more adherents in the capital.<br />
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====Guru Ji and Small Pox====<br />
[[Image:Delhipoxsmall.jpg|thumb|300px|left|'''People visitiong to guru ji as suffering from small pox''']]<br />
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At the time, a severe epidemic of cholera and smallpox was ravaging Delhi. The young Guru began to tend to the sufferers irrespective of their cast and creed. Particularly, the local Muslim population was so impressed with the purely humanitarian deeds of the Guru Sahib that they gave him the nickname of ''Bala Pir'' (child prophet). Even Aurangzeb did not try to disturb Guru Harkrishan Sahib sensing the tone of the situation but on the other hand he never dismissed the claim of Ram Rai.<br />
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While serving the suffering people from the epidemic day and night, Guru Sahib himself was seized with high fever. Suddenly one day Guru Har Krishan was taken ill with a fever. The fever turned out to be the beginning of an attack of smallpox, which confined him to bed for several days. The Guru's tender body was ravaged by the disease. Saddened by this turn of events, the Guru's mother, [[Mata Sulakkhani]] said:<br />
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:"Son, you occupy the gaddi of [[Guru Nanak]], you are the dispeller of the world' s sorrows and sufferings, your very sight removes the ailments of others so why do you lie sick now?" <br />
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:Guru Har Krishan replied, "He who has taken this mortal frame must go through sickness and disease. Both happiness and suffering are part of life. What is ordained must happen. This is what [[Guru Nanak]] taught. Whatever He does is His order. One must walk in the light of His command."<br />
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Guru Har Krishan had himself taken out of [[Mirza Raja Jai Singh]]'s house to a camp put up on the bank of the [[Jamuna]]. The Sikhs wondered why the Guru suffered thus. Why was this darkness surrounding the sun itself? They were in despair and wondered who would take the gaddi after him. Guru Har Krishan, as says the [[Sri Gur Pratap Suraj Granth]], instructed them in this manner: <br />
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:"The Gurgaddi, Guru Nanak's throne, is eternal. It is everlasting and will command increasing honour. The [[Granth]] is the Lord of all. He who wants to see me, let him with faith and love see the Granth. So will he shed all his sins. He who would wish to speak with the Guru, let him read the Granth with devotion. He who practises its teachings will obtain all the four ''padarathas'', (4 most cherished objects) of human life. He who has faith gains all. He who is without faith acquires but little. None in this world liveth forever. The body is mortal. In the Granth abides the Guru' s spirit. Daily bow your head to it. So will you conquer your passions and attain liberation."<br />
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Tears filled the [[Sikh]]s' eyes as they listened to what sounded like the last words of the Guru. Then mother Sulakkhani came forward. With tears in her eyes, she spoke, "How shall I live without thee, son? I was blessed when I came into this family married to the late Guru. I was blessed when you were born. Now I am cast into a bottomless ocean of sorrow. Who would be my rescuer? How does a fish live separated from water?" "The body is perishable," said Guru Har Krishan. "As you learn to have faith in God's Will, you will attain to realms sorrowless. Eternal peace will be yours."<br />
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Today Delhi's [[Gurdwara Bangla Sahib]], was constructed by Sardar Baghel Singh, the Sikh General who took control of Delhi, around the Princely Haveli of Raja Jai Singh, where Guru Harkrishan ji had stayed during his time in Delhi.<br />
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====Baba Bakala====<br />
[[Image:Bababakalene.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Baba Bakala Announced By Guru Ji at Delhi]]<br />
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Shortly before his death, realizing the gravity of the situation, Guru Har Krishan called his mother and told her that his end was drawing near. When asked to name his successor, he merely exclaimed '[[Baba Bakala]]'. Learning of his pronouncement many would style themselves as the next Sikh Guru at the village of Bakala. However, at the time the future (Guru) [[Guru Tegh Bahadur|Teg Bahadur Sahib]], was residing at village Bakala near river Beas in Punjab province.<br />
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In the last moment Guru Harkrishan Sahib wished that nobody should mourn him after his death and instructed to sing the hyms of Gurbani. Thus the 'Bala Pir' passed away on Chet Sudi 14,(3rd Vaisakh), Bikrami Samvat 1721, ([[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1664]]) slowly reciting the word "Waheguru" till the end. Tenth Nanak, Guru Gobind Singh Sahib paying tribute to Guru Harkrishan Sahib stated in "Var Sri Bhagoti Ji Ki"... "Let us think of the holy Harkrishan, Whose sight dispels all sorrows..."<br />
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Mother Sulakkhani's heart was awakened to the truth and she felt herself released from her worldly chains. Guru Har Krishan was in a critical state. Yet he did not fail to carry out his important responsibility before he left the mortal world. In his last moments, he was able to nominate his successor. He asked for the ceremonial marks of succession to be fetched. But all he could say was "Baba Bakale." He meant that the next Guru would be found in the town of Bakala. The reference was unmistakably to Tegh Bahadur.<br />
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==The Guru's physical departure==<br />
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Guru Har Krishan physical body passed away from this planet on [[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1664]]. He was cremated at the present site of this Gurdwara, Bala Sahib Gurdwara. This was the place where he had camped to look after the sick and suffering poverty stricken people of Delhi. He was long remembered by the Muslims as ''"Bala Pir"'' and by the Hindus as ''"Balmukand"''. In their Invocation prayer ([[ardas]]) written by [[Guru Gobind Singh]], the Sikhs repeat everyday these words,"Contemplate on [[Guru Harkrishan]], the vision of whose divine personality dispels all sorrow and suffering."<br />
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According to the Guru kian Sakhian, Mata Bassi, the grandmother, asked Bhai Gurdas, of the family of Bhai Bahilo, to start a reading of the holy Granth in his memory. Dargah Mall and Munshi Kalyan Das were sent to [[Punjab]] with the mournful news. They first went to [[Kiratpur]] to inform Guru Har Krishan's sister, Bibi Rup Kaur. The next day, they set out for Bakala to inform Tegh Bahadur (the future [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]]) of his brother's death. While in Delhi, he had met with Guru Har Krishan and now he received the news of his passing away. <br />
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Diwan Dargah Mall and Munshi Kalyan Das stayed at Bakala for three days before returning to Delhi. According to an entry in the Bhatt Vahi Talauda Parganah Jind, the ashes were taken from Delhi to Kiratpur where they were mixed with the waters of the Sutlej. The original entry is translated below: <br />
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:"Sangat, son of Binna Uppal, of Amb Mari, parganah Miyen ka Maur, Nanu Ram, son of Bagha, calico-printer, of Mohalla Dilwali, Delhi, Jaggu, son of Padma, of Duburji, parganah Sodhara, and Dariya, son of Mula, of Alipur Shamali, parganah Multan, carried the ashes of Guru Har Krishan from Delhi and arrived at Kiratpur, parganah Kahlur, on the 11 th of the dark half of the month of Bhadon of 1721 Bk/ [[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1664]]. The ashes were immersed in the River Sutlej. [[Kara Parshad |Karahprasad]] was distributed."<br />
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== External links ==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_harkrishan_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Harkrishan Ji] Sri Guru Harkrishan Ji is eight of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
* [http://www.sgpc.net/gurus/guruharkrishan.asp www.sgpc.net]<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruharkrishanji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
* [http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruharkrishan.htm www.allaboutsikhs.com]<br />
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* [http://thaisikh.org/sikhism/guruharkrishanji.php thaisikh.org]<br />
* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/sri-harkrishan.htm www.sikhvideos.org]<br />
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|Subject Name = Guru Har Rai<br><br>(1630 to 1661)<br />
|Name = Har Rai<br />
|Birth = [[Sunday]], [[31 January]] [[1630]] <br />
|Parents = [[Baba Gurdita]] & [[Mata Nihal Kaur]]<br />
|brosis = Brother - Dhir Mall<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Krishen Kaur]]<br />
|Children = [[Baba Ram Rai]] & [[Guru Har Krishan]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]] <!-- was 8 March ---><br />
|Bani in GGS = N.A<br />
|Died = [[Sunday]], [[20 October]] [[1661]]<br />
|Other Info = Kept 2200 mounted soldiers, Continued the military traditions <br />
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'''Guru Har Rai Ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗਰੂ ਹਰਿ ਰਾਇ) ([[31 January]] [[1630]] - [[20 October]] [[1661]]) was the seventh of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]] and became Guru on [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]] following in the footsteps of his grandfather, [[Guru Har Gobind]] Ji. Before Guru Ji died, he nominated [[Guru Har Krishan]] Ji, his son as the next Guru of the Sikhs. The following is a summary of the main highlights of Guru Ji life:<br />
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#Continued the military traditions started by his grandfather [[Guru Har Gobind]] Ji <br />
#Kept 2200 mounted soldiers at all times.<br />
#Was disturbed as a child by the suffering caused to plants when they were accidentally destroyed by his robe.<br />
#Made several tours to the Malwa and Doaba regions of the Punjab<br />
#Guruji's son, Ram Rai, distorts Bani in front of [[Mughal]] Emperor [[Aurangzeb]], after which the Guru is supposed to have said, ” Ram Rai, you have disobeyed my order and sinned. I will never see you again on account of your infidelity.”<br />
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The Guru nominated his youngest son, the five year old [[Guru Har Krishan|Har Krishan]] as the Eighth Sikh Guru; Guru Har Krishan Sahib on Sunday, 20 October 1661.<br />
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==Detailed Account==<br />
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[[Guru Har Rai]] ji was the son of [[Baba Gurdita]] Ji and [[Mata Nihal Kaur]] Ji (also known as Mata Ananti Ji). [[Baba Gurdita]] was son of the sixth Guru, [[Guru Hargobind]]. [[Guru Har Rai]] ji married [[Mata Kishan Kaur]] Ji (sometimes also reffered to as Sulakhni Ji) daughter of Sri Daya Ram Ji of Anoopshahr (Bulandshahr) in Utter Pradesh on Har Sudi 3, Samvat 1697. They had two sons: [[Baba Ram Rai]] Ji and [[Guru Harkrishan| Sri Har Krishan]] Ji.<br />
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Although, [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji was a man of peace, he never disbanded the armed Sikh Warriors (Saint Soldiers), who earlier were maintained by his grandfather, [[Guru Hargobind]]. He always boosted the military spirit of the Sikhs, but he never himself indulged in any direct political and armed controversy with the contemporary Mughal Empire. Once on the request of [[Dara Shikoh]] (the eldest son of emperor Shahjahan), Guru Sahib helped him to escape safely from the bloody hands of Aurangzebs armed forces during the war of succession.<br />
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Once Guru Sahib was coming back from the tour of Malwa and Doaba regions, Mohamad Yarbeg Khan, (son of Mukhlis Khan, who was killed by Guru Hargobind in a battle) attacked the kafla of Guru Sahib with a force of one thousand armed men. The unwarranted attack was repulsed by a few hundred Saint Soliders of Guru Sahib with great courage and bravery. The enemy suffered a heavy loss of life and fled the scene. This self-defense measure, (a befitting reply to the unwarranted armed attack of the privileged muslims), was an example for those who professed the theory of so called non-violence or "Ahimsa Parmo Dharma". Guru Sahib often awarded various Sikh warriors with gallantry awards.<br />
[[Image:7th Guru Mool Mantar.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Mool Mantar in the handwriting of Guru Har Rai ji.]]<br />
Guru Sahib also established an Aurvedic herbal medicine hospital and a research centre at [[Kiratpur]] Sahib. There also he maintained a zoo. Once Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Shah Jahan fell seriously ill by some unknown disease. The best physicians available in the country and abroad were consulted, but there was no improvement. At last the emperor made a humble request to Guru Sahib for the treatment of his son. Guru Sahib accepting the request, handed over some rare and suitable medicines to the messenger of the emperor. The life of Dara Shikoh was saved from the cruel jaws of death. The emperor, whole heartily thanked and wanted to grant him some "Jagir", but Guru Sahib never accepted.<br />
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[[Guru Har Rai]] Ji also visited [[Lahore]], Sialkot, Pathankot, Samba, Ramgarh and many places of Jammu and Kashmir region. He established 360 Sikh missionary seats (Manjis). He also tried to improve the old corrupt Masand system and appointed pious and committed personalities like Suthre Shah, Sahiba, Sangtia, Mian Sahib, Bhagat Bhagwan, Bahagat Mal and Jeet Mal Bhagat (also known as Bairagi), as the heads of Manjis.<br />
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'''Suthre Shah''' was born in sampat 1672, in the village of Berampur in the house of Nanda Khatri. He was born with a full set of teeth, his father after consulting the pundits and astrologers, placed the child outside the house, leaving him to and uncertain fate (most likely death), but it just so happened that Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib ji, on his way back from Kashmir, saw the abandoned infant and took pity on him and he order his sikhs to carry the child with them, it was Guru Hargobind sahib ji who named the child 'Suthra'. <br />
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Guru Har Rai Sahib faced some serious difficulties during the period of his guruship. The corrupt massands, Dhir Mals and Minas always tried to preclude the advancement of the Sikh religion.<br />
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==Recitation of Gurbani==<br />
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One day the Sikhs asked the Guru whether those who read the Gurus' hymns without understanding them derived any spiritual advantage from it. The Guru gave no reply at the time, and next morning went hunting. En route, the Guru came across a broken pot which had held butter. The rays of the sun were melting the butter on the broken pot fragments. The Guru took one of these fragments in his hand and said, "Look my Sikhs, broken pot shards - when they are heated, the butter that adhered to them readily melts. As the grease adheres to the potshards, so to do the Gurus' hymns to the hearts of his Sikhs. At the hour of death the Gurus' instruction shall assuredly bear fruit. Whether understood or not, it has within it the seed of salvation. Perfume still clings to a broken vase." The meaning of the parable is that whoseoever daily reads the Gurus shabads shall assuredly obtain peace. And even though he may not fully understand them, God will undoubtedly assist him. <br />
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Guru Ram Das has said: "The Word is the Guru, and the Guru in the Word, and in the Word is the essence of ambrosia."<br />
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==Bhai Gonda==<br />
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A devout Sikh called Bhai Gonda used to stay with the Guru. He was a saint in thought, word and deed. Guru ji was very much pleased with his sincere devotion and asked, “Bhai Gonda, go to Kabul, and instruct the Sikhs there in the worship of the true Name, and preach the Sikh faith. Feed holy men and pilgrims with the offerings you receive and send whatever remains here for the upkeep of the [[Langar]]. These are to be your duties, and I am confident that you will succeed in them.” <br />
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Although Kabul was a foreign country and there was danger from [[Muslim]] bigotry in living there, Bhai Gonda cheerfully accepted the task given to him. On arriving there he built a [[Gurdwara]] and carried out all the Guru’s instructions. <br />
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One day, while Bhai Gonda was repeating the [[Japji]], he felt as if he was actually clinging to the Guru’s feet. He was in such a state of abstraction that he became quite unconscious. He grew as absorbed in the sight of the Guru as a drop of rain in the ocean. The Guru knew what was passing through Bhai Gonda’s mind, and sat firmly on his throne keeping his feet together. At mid-day, when dinner was announced, the Guru made no response. When the announcement was repeated an hour later, he still remained silent. A longer interval later, the call was again made for the third time and cook asked permission to serve the food, but again the Guru did not speak. Several Sikhs gathered together and were about to make a representation to the Guru, when he finally spoke. “Brother Sikhs. Bhai Gonda is in Kabul. He is in thought, word, and deed, a saint of the Guru. He today clasped my feet. How can I take them away from him? How can I go take my dinner until he lets go? I am therefore waiting until the conclusion of his meditation and obeisance.” Bhai Gonda did not awake from his trance before twilight, and it was only then that the Guru felt free to take his meal.<br />
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==Dara Shikoh==<br />
[[Image:Panth prakash quote.jpg|right]]<br />
The Emperor Shah Jahan had four sons by different wives: [[Dara Shikoh]], Shuja Muhammad, Aurangzeb, and Murad Baksh. Dara Shikoh was the heir-apparent, and was very dear to his father. Aurangzeb was very cunning, clever and ambitious, and was fixated on succeeding to the throne. (The name Aurangzeb means - fit for the throne) He administered tiger’s whiskers in a dish to his eldest brother and he became dangerously ill as a result. Astrologers were sent for, pirs and fakirs were called, all known charms, spells and incantations were tried but to no avail. Wise men were assembled together and they came to the decision that until the tiger’s whiskers could be removed, there was no hope of a recovery. They were of the opinion that if two ounces of chebulic myrobalan (scientific name: ''termininalia chebula''; known in Ayurvedic medicine as ''Aralu'', credited with having laxative and stomachic properties) and a clove weighing one ''masha'' were administered, his health could be restored. <br />
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The Emperor searched everywhere for the ingredients but they could not be found – it was only until his Prime Minister, who had heard of the Gurus’ fame, was informed that there were available from the Gurus’ storehouse, that hope was restored. Although the Emperor was hostile to the Guru, yet as the Guru’s house was a mine of sympathy and compassion for all, there was no doubt that he would grant the articles required. The Emperor humbled himself before the Guru and sent a letter. The Guru was pleased that the Emperor had such confidence in him as to write such a friendly letter, and consented to give the required medicines. “Behold,” said the Guru, “with one hand man breaks flowers and with one hand offers them, but the flowers perfume both hands alike. The axe cuts the sandal tree, yet the sandal perfumes the axe. The Guru ought, therefore, to return good for evil.” <br />
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The ingredients were weighed and it was explained that these medicines would cause the hardest substance taken to be digested. To these ingredients, the Guru added a pearl which was to be ground and used as a subsidiary remedy. The Emperor was naturally very pleased and forgot all his enemity with the Guru, and vowed that he would never again cause him annoyance. His medicine was administered and effected a speedy and complete cure.<br />
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==Ram Rai==<br />
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After the death of Shah Jahan, the attitude of the state headed by Aurangzeb towards the non-muslims, turned hostile. Emperor Aurangzeb made an excuse for the help rendered to prince Dara Shakoh by Guru Sahib during the war of succession and framed false charges against Guru Sahib who was summoned to Delhi. [[Baba Ram Rai]] Ji appeard on behalf of Guru Sahib in the court. He tried to clarify some mis-understandings regarding Guru Ghar and Sikh faith, created by Dhirmals and Minas. Yet another trap, which he could not escape, was to clarify the meaning of the verse "The Ashes of the Mohammadan fall into the potter's clot, it is moulded into pots and bricks, and they cry out as they burn". [[Baba Ram Rai]] in order to please the emperor and gain his sympathy distorted [[Gurbani]]. When [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji was informed about this incident, he immediately excommunicated Ram Rai Ji from the Sikh Panth and never met him, through the later pleaded repeatedly for forgiveness. Thus Guru Sahib established a strict property for the Sikhs against any alteration of original verse in Guru Granth Sahib and the basic conventions set up by Guru Nanak Sahib.<br />
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==The next Guru==<br />
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==See Also==<br />
* [[Guru Har Rai - The Apostle of Mercy]]<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_har_rai_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Har Rai Ji] Sri Guru Har Rai Ji is seventh of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
*[http://www.sikhs.org/guru7.htm Sikhs.org] <br />
*[http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak7.html Sikh-History.com]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruharraiji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
*[http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruharrai.htm AllAboutSikhs.com]<br />
*[http://www.scys-online.org/site/G7.html Learn more about Sri Guru Har Rai Ji]<br />
Audio:<br />
*[http://keertan.waheguroo.com/index.wn?viewCat=391 Sukhmani Sahib Mp3,Real Audio, Real Audio download]<br />
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==References==<br />
* {{Book reference | Author=Macauliffe, M.A | Title=The Sikh Religion: Its Gurus Sacred Writings and Authors| Publisher=Low Price Publications | Year=1909 | ID=ISBN 8175361328}}<br />
* {{Book reference | Author=Singh, Khushwant | Title=A History of the Sikhs: 1469-1839 Vol.1 (2nd ed.)| Publisher=Oxford University Press | Year=1963| ID=ISBN 0195673085}}<br />
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|Image name = Guru Har Rai.jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Har Rai<br><br>(1630 to 1661)<br />
|Name = Har Rai<br />
|Birth = [[Sunday]], [[31 January]] [[1630]] <br />
|Parents = [[Baba Gurdita]] & [[Mata Nihal Kaur]]<br />
|brosis = Brother - Dhir Mall<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Krishen Kaur]]<br />
|Children = [[Baba Ram Rai]] & [[Guru Har Krishan]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]] <!-- was 8 March ---><br />
|Bani in GGS = N.A<br />
|Died = [[Sunday]], [[20 October]] [[1661]]<br />
|Other Info = Kept 2200 mounted soldiers, Continued the military traditions <br />
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'''Guru Har Rai Ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗਰੂ ਹਰਿ ਰਾਇ) ([[31 January]] [[1630]] - [[20 October]] [[1661]]) was the seventh of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]] and became Guru on [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]] following in the footsteps of his grandfather, [[Guru Har Gobind]] Ji. Before Guru Ji died, he nominated [[Guru Har Krishan]] Ji, his son as the next Guru of the Sikhs. The following is a summary of the main highlights of Guru Ji life:<br />
<br />
#Continued the military traditions started by his grandfather [[Guru Har Gobind]] Ji <br />
#Kept 2200 mounted soldiers at all times.<br />
#Was disturbed as a child by the suffering caused to plants when they were accidentally destroyed by his robe.<br />
#Made several tours to the Malwa and Doaba regions of the Punjab<br />
#Guruji's son, Ram Rai, distorts Bani in front of [[Mughal]] Emperor [[Aurangzeb]], after which the Guru is supposed to have said, ” Ram Rai, you have disobeyed my order and sinned. I will never see you again on account of your infidelity.”<br />
<br />
The Guru nominated his youngest son, the five year old [[Guru Har Krishan|Har Krishan]] as the Eighth Sikh Guru; Guru Har Krishan Sahib on Sunday, 20 October 1661.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Detailed Account==<br />
{{Tocleft}}<br />
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[[Guru Har Rai]] ji was the son of [[Baba Gurdita]] Ji and [[Mata Nihal Kaur]] Ji (also known as Mata Ananti Ji). [[Baba Gurdita]] was son of the sixth Guru, [[Guru Hargobind]]. [[Guru Har Rai]] ji married [[Mata Kishan Kaur]] Ji (sometimes also reffered to as Sulakhni Ji) daughter of Sri Daya Ram Ji of Anoopshahr (Bulandshahr) in Utter Pradesh on Har Sudi 3, Samvat 1697. They had two sons: [[Baba Ram Rai]] Ji and [[Guru Harkrishan| Sri Har Krishan]] Ji.<br />
<br />
Although, [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji was a man of peace, he never disbanded the armed Sikh Warriors (Saint Soldiers), who earlier were maintained by his grandfather, [[Guru Hargobind]]. He always boosted the military spirit of the Sikhs, but he never himself indulged in any direct political and armed controversy with the contemporary Mughal Empire. Once on the request of [[Dara Shikoh]] (the eldest son of emperor Shahjahan), Guru Sahib helped him to escape safely from the bloody hands of Aurangzebs armed forces during the war of succession.<br />
<br />
Once Guru Sahib was coming back from the tour of Malwa and Doaba regions, Mohamad Yarbeg Khan, (son of Mukhlis Khan, who was killed by Guru Hargobind in a battle) attacked the kafla of Guru Sahib with a force of one thousand armed men. The unwarranted attack was repulsed by a few hundred Saint Soliders of Guru Sahib with great courage and bravery. The enemy suffered a heavy loss of life and fled the scene. This self-defense measure, (a befitting reply to the unwarranted armed attack of the privileged muslims), was an example for those who professed the theory of so called non-violence or "Ahimsa Parmo Dharma". Guru Sahib often awarded various Sikh warriors with gallantry awards.<br />
[[Image:7th Guru Mool Mantar.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Mool Mantar in the handwriting of Guru Har Rai ji.]]<br />
Guru Sahib also established an Aurvedic herbal medicine hospital and a research centre at [[Kiratpur]] Sahib. There also he maintained a zoo. Once Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Shah Jahan fell seriously ill by some unknown disease. The best physicians available in the country and abroad were consulted, but there was no improvement. At last the emperor made a humble request to Guru Sahib for the treatment of his son. Guru Sahib accepting the request, handed over some rare and suitable medicines to the messenger of the emperor. The life of Dara Shikoh was saved from the cruel jaws of death. The emperor, whole heartily thanked and wanted to grant him some "Jagir", but Guru Sahib never accepted.<br />
<br />
[[Guru Har Rai]] Ji also visited [[Lahore]], Sialkot, Pathankot, Samba, Ramgarh and many places of Jammu and Kashmir region. He established 360 Sikh missionary seats (Manjis). He also tried to improve the old corrupt Masand system and appointed pious and committed personalities like Suthre Shah, Sahiba, Sangtia, Mian Sahib, Bhagat Bhagwan, Bahagat Mal and Jeet Mal Bhagat (also known as Bairagi), as the heads of Manjis.<br />
<br />
'''Suthre Shah''' was born in sampat 1672, in the village of Berampur in the house of Nanda Khatri. He was born with a full set of teeth, his father after consulting the pundits and astrologers, placed the child outside the house, leaving him to and uncertain fate (most likely death), but it just so happened that Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib ji, on his way back from Kashmir, saw the abandoned infant and took pity on him and he order his sikhs to carry the child with them, it was Guru Hargobind sahib ji who named the child 'Suthra'. <br />
<br />
Guru Har Rai Sahib faced some serious difficulties during the period of his guruship. The corrupt massands, Dhir Mals and Minas always tried to preclude the advancement of the Sikh religion.<br />
<br />
==Recitation of Gurbani==<br />
<br />
One day the Sikhs asked the Guru whether those who read the Gurus' hymns without understanding them derived any spiritual advantage from it. The Guru gave no reply at the time, and next morning went hunting. En route, the Guru came across a broken pot which had held butter. The rays of the sun were melting the butter on the broken pot fragments. The Guru took one of these fragments in his hand and said, "Look my Sikhs, broken pot shards - when they are heated, the butter that adhered to them readily melts. As the grease adheres to the potshards, so to do the Gurus' hymns to the hearts of his Sikhs. At the hour of death the Gurus' instruction shall assuredly bear fruit. Whether understood or not, it has within it the seed of salvation. Perfume still clings to a broken vase." The meaning of the parable is that whoseoever daily reads the Gurus shabads shall assuredly obtain peace. And even though he may not fully understand them, God will undoubtedly assist him. <br />
<br />
Guru Ram Das has said: "The Word is the Guru, and the Guru in the Word, and in the Word is the essence of ambrosia."<br />
<br />
==Bhai Gonda==<br />
<br />
A devout Sikh called Bhai Gonda used to stay with the Guru. He was a saint in thought, word and deed. Guru ji was very much pleased with his sincere devotion and asked, “Bhai Gonda, go to Kabul, and instruct the Sikhs there in the worship of the true Name, and preach the Sikh faith. Feed holy men and pilgrims with the offerings you receive and send whatever remains here for the upkeep of the [[Langar]]. These are to be your duties, and I am confident that you will succeed in them.” <br />
<br />
Although Kabul was a foreign country and there was danger from [[Muslim]] bigotry in living there, Bhai Gonda cheerfully accepted the task given to him. On arriving there he built a [[Gurdwara]] and carried out all the Guru’s instructions. <br />
<br />
One day, while Bhai Gonda was repeating the [[Japji]], he felt as if he was actually clinging to the Guru’s feet. He was in such a state of abstraction that he became quite unconscious. He grew as absorbed in the sight of the Guru as a drop of rain in the ocean. The Guru knew what was passing through Bhai Gonda’s mind, and sat firmly on his throne keeping his feet together. At mid-day, when dinner was announced, the Guru made no response. When the announcement was repeated an hour later, he still remained silent. A longer interval later, the call was again made for the third time and cook asked permission to serve the food, but again the Guru did not speak. Several Sikhs gathered together and were about to make a representation to the Guru, when he finally spoke. “Brother Sikhs. Bhai Gonda is in Kabul. He is in thought, word, and deed, a saint of the Guru. He today clasped my feet. How can I take them away from him? How can I go take my dinner until he lets go? I am therefore waiting until the conclusion of his meditation and obeisance.” Bhai Gonda did not awake from his trance before twilight, and it was only then that the Guru felt free to take his meal.<br />
<br />
==Dara Shikoh==<br />
[[Image:Panth prakash quote.jpg|right]]<br />
The Emperor Shah Jahan had four sons by different wives: [[Dara Shikoh]], Shuja Muhammad, Aurangzeb, and Murad Baksh. Dara Shikoh was the heir-apparent, and was very dear to his father. Aurangzeb was very cunning, clever and ambitious, and was fixated on succeeding to the throne. (The name Aurangzeb means - fit for the throne) He administered tiger’s whiskers in a dish to his eldest brother and he became dangerously ill as a result. Astrologers were sent for, pirs and fakirs were called, all known charms, spells and incantations were tried but to no avail. Wise men were assembled together and they came to the decision that until the tiger’s whiskers could be removed, there was no hope of a recovery. They were of the opinion that if two ounces of chebulic myrobalan (scientific name: ''termininalia chebula''; known in Ayurvedic medicine as ''Aralu'', credited with having laxative and stomachic properties) and a clove weighing one ''masha'' were administered, his health could be restored. <br />
<br />
The Emperor searched everywhere for the ingredients but they could not be found – it was only until his Prime Minister, who had heard of the Gurus’ fame, was informed that there were available from the Gurus’ storehouse, that hope was restored. Although the Emperor was hostile to the Guru, yet as the Guru’s house was a mine of sympathy and compassion for all, there was no doubt that he would grant the articles required. The Emperor humbled himself before the Guru and sent a letter. The Guru was pleased that the Emperor had such confidence in him as to write such a friendly letter, and consented to give the required medicines. “Behold,” said the Guru, “with one hand man breaks flowers and with one hand offers them, but the flowers perfume both hands alike. The axe cuts the sandal tree, yet the sandal perfumes the axe. The Guru ought, therefore, to return good for evil.” <br />
<br />
The ingredients were weighed and it was explained that these medicines would cause the hardest substance taken to be digested. To these ingredients, the Guru added a pearl which was to be ground and used as a subsidiary remedy. The Emperor was naturally very pleased and forgot all his enemity with the Guru, and vowed that he would never again cause him annoyance. His medicine was administered and effected a speedy and complete cure.<br />
<br />
==Ram Rai==<br />
<br />
After the death of Shah Jahan, the attitude of the state headed by Aurangzeb towards the non-muslims, turned hostile. Emperor Aurangzeb made an excuse for the help rendered to prince Dara Shakoh by Guru Sahib during the war of succession and framed false charges against Guru Sahib who was summoned to Delhi. [[Baba Ram Rai]] Ji appeard on behalf of Guru Sahib in the court. He tried to clarify some mis-understandings regarding Guru Ghar and Sikh faith, created by Dhirmals and Minas. Yet another trap, which he could not escape, was to clarify the meaning of the verse "The Ashes of the Mohammadan fall into the potter's clot, it is moulded into pots and bricks, and they cry out as they burn". [[Baba Ram Rai]] in order to please the emperor and gain his sympathy distorted [[Gurbani]]. When [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji was informed about this incident, he immediately excommunicated Ram Rai Ji from the Sikh Panth and never met him, through the later pleaded repeatedly for forgiveness. Thus Guru Sahib established a strict property for the Sikhs against any alteration of original verse in Guru Granth Sahib and the basic conventions set up by Guru Nanak Sahib.<br />
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==The next Guru==<br />
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{{Sikh Gurus|Guru Hargobind|Sixth [[Sikh Guru]]|Guru Har Rai|Guru Har Krishan|Bal Guru}}<br />
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[[Category:Sikh Gurus]]<br />
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==See Also==<br />
* [[Guru Har Rai - The Apostle of Mercy]]<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_har_rai_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Har Rai Ji] Sri Guru Har Rai Ji is sixth of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
*[http://www.sikhs.org/guru7.htm Sikhs.org] <br />
*[http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak7.html Sikh-History.com]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruharraiji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
*[http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruharrai.htm AllAboutSikhs.com]<br />
*[http://www.scys-online.org/site/G7.html Learn more about Sri Guru Har Rai Ji]<br />
Audio:<br />
*[http://keertan.waheguroo.com/index.wn?viewCat=391 Sukhmani Sahib Mp3,Real Audio, Real Audio download]<br />
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==References==<br />
* {{Book reference | Author=Macauliffe, M.A | Title=The Sikh Religion: Its Gurus Sacred Writings and Authors| Publisher=Low Price Publications | Year=1909 | ID=ISBN 8175361328}}<br />
* {{Book reference | Author=Singh, Khushwant | Title=A History of the Sikhs: 1469-1839 Vol.1 (2nd ed.)| Publisher=Oxford University Press | Year=1963| ID=ISBN 0195673085}}<br />
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|Image name = Guru Har Rai.jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Har Rai<br><br>(1630 to 1661)<br />
|Name = Har Rai<br />
|Birth = [[Sunday]], [[31 January]] [[1630]] <br />
|Parents = [[Baba Gurdita]] & [[Mata Nihal Kaur]]<br />
|brosis = Brother - Dhir Mall<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Krishen Kaur]]<br />
|Children = [[Baba Ram Rai]] & [[Guru Har Krishan]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]] <!-- was 8 March ---><br />
|Bani in GGS = N.A<br />
|Died = [[Sunday]], [[20 October]] [[1661]]<br />
|Other Info = Kept 2200 mounted soldiers, Continued the military traditions <br />
}}<br />
'''Guru Har Rai Ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗਰੂ ਹਰਿ ਰਾਇ) ([[31 January]] [[1630]] - [[20 October]] [[1661]]) was the seventh of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]] and became Guru on [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]] following in the footsteps of his grandfather, [[Guru Har Gobind]] Ji. Before Guru Ji died, he nominated [[Guru Har Krishan]] Ji, his son as the next Guru of the Sikhs. The following is a summary of the main highlights of Guru Ji life:<br />
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#Continued the military traditions started by his grandfather [[Guru Har Gobind]] Ji <br />
#Kept 2200 mounted soldiers at all times.<br />
#Was disturbed as a child by the suffering caused to plants when they were accidentally destroyed by his robe.<br />
#Made several tours to the Malwa and Doaba regions of the Punjab<br />
#Guruji's son, Ram Rai, distorts Bani in front of [[Mughal]] Emperor [[Aurangzeb]], after which the Guru is supposed to have said, ” Ram Rai, you have disobeyed my order and sinned. I will never see you again on account of your infidelity.”<br />
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The Guru nominated his youngest son, the five year old [[Guru Har Krishan|Har Krishan]] as the Eighth Sikh Guru; Guru Har Krishan Sahib on Sunday, 20 October 1661.<br />
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==Detailed Account==<br />
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[[Guru Har Rai]] ji was the son of [[Baba Gurdita]] Ji and [[Mata Nihal Kaur]] Ji (also known as Mata Ananti Ji). [[Baba Gurdita]] was son of the sixth Guru, [[Guru Hargobind]]. [[Guru Har Rai]] ji married [[Mata Kishan Kaur]] Ji (sometimes also reffered to as Sulakhni Ji) daughter of Sri Daya Ram Ji of Anoopshahr (Bulandshahr) in Utter Pradesh on Har Sudi 3, Samvat 1697. They had two sons: [[Baba Ram Rai]] Ji and [[Guru Harkrishan| Sri Har Krishan]] Ji.<br />
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Although, [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji was a man of peace, he never disbanded the armed Sikh Warriors (Saint Soldiers), who earlier were maintained by his grandfather, [[Guru Hargobind]]. He always boosted the military spirit of the Sikhs, but he never himself indulged in any direct political and armed controversy with the contemporary Mughal Empire. Once on the request of [[Dara Shikoh]] (the eldest son of emperor Shahjahan), Guru Sahib helped him to escape safely from the bloody hands of Aurangzebs armed forces during the war of succession.<br />
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Once Guru Sahib was coming back from the tour of Malwa and Doaba regions, Mohamad Yarbeg Khan, (son of Mukhlis Khan, who was killed by Guru Hargobind in a battle) attacked the kafla of Guru Sahib with a force of one thousand armed men. The unwarranted attack was repulsed by a few hundred Saint Soliders of Guru Sahib with great courage and bravery. The enemy suffered a heavy loss of life and fled the scene. This self-defense measure, (a befitting reply to the unwarranted armed attack of the privileged muslims), was an example for those who professed the theory of so called non-violence or "Ahimsa Parmo Dharma". Guru Sahib often awarded various Sikh warriors with gallantry awards.<br />
[[Image:7th Guru Mool Mantar.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Mool Mantar in the handwriting of Guru Har Rai ji.]]<br />
Guru Sahib also established an Aurvedic herbal medicine hospital and a research centre at [[Kiratpur]] Sahib. There also he maintained a zoo. Once Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Shah Jahan fell seriously ill by some unknown disease. The best physicians available in the country and abroad were consulted, but there was no improvement. At last the emperor made a humble request to Guru Sahib for the treatment of his son. Guru Sahib accepting the request, handed over some rare and suitable medicines to the messenger of the emperor. The life of Dara Shikoh was saved from the cruel jaws of death. The emperor, whole heartily thanked and wanted to grant him some "Jagir", but Guru Sahib never accepted.<br />
<br />
[[Guru Har Rai]] Ji also visited [[Lahore]], Sialkot, Pathankot, Samba, Ramgarh and many places of Jammu and Kashmir region. He established 360 Sikh missionary seats (Manjis). He also tried to improve the old corrupt Masand system and appointed pious and committed personalities like Suthre Shah, Sahiba, Sangtia, Mian Sahib, Bhagat Bhagwan, Bahagat Mal and Jeet Mal Bhagat (also known as Bairagi), as the heads of Manjis.<br />
<br />
'''Suthre Shah''' was born in sampat 1672, in the village of Berampur in the house of Nanda Khatri. He was born with a full set of teeth, his father after consulting the pundits and astrologers, placed the child outside the house, leaving him to and uncertain fate (most likely death), but it just so happened that Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib ji, on his way back from Kashmir, saw the abandoned infant and took pity on him and he order his sikhs to carry the child with them, it was Guru Hargobind sahib ji who named the child 'Suthra'. <br />
<br />
Guru Har Rai Sahib faced some serious difficulties during the period of his guruship. The corrupt massands, Dhir Mals and Minas always tried to preclude the advancement of the Sikh religion.<br />
<br />
==Recitation of Gurbani==<br />
<br />
One day the Sikhs asked the Guru whether those who read the Gurus' hymns without understanding them derived any spiritual advantage from it. The Guru gave no reply at the time, and next morning went hunting. En route, the Guru came across a broken pot which had held butter. The rays of the sun were melting the butter on the broken pot fragments. The Guru took one of these fragments in his hand and said, "Look my Sikhs, broken pot shards - when they are heated, the butter that adhered to them readily melts. As the grease adheres to the potshards, so to do the Gurus' hymns to the hearts of his Sikhs. At the hour of death the Gurus' instruction shall assuredly bear fruit. Whether understood or not, it has within it the seed of salvation. Perfume still clings to a broken vase." The meaning of the parable is that whoseoever daily reads the Gurus shabads shall assuredly obtain peace. And even though he may not fully understand them, God will undoubtedly assist him. <br />
<br />
Guru Ram Das has said: "The Word is the Guru, and the Guru in the Word, and in the Word is the essence of ambrosia."<br />
<br />
==Bhai Gonda==<br />
<br />
A devout Sikh called Bhai Gonda used to stay with the Guru. He was a saint in thought, word and deed. Guru ji was very much pleased with his sincere devotion and asked, “Bhai Gonda, go to Kabul, and instruct the Sikhs there in the worship of the true Name, and preach the Sikh faith. Feed holy men and pilgrims with the offerings you receive and send whatever remains here for the upkeep of the [[Langar]]. These are to be your duties, and I am confident that you will succeed in them.” <br />
<br />
Although Kabul was a foreign country and there was danger from [[Muslim]] bigotry in living there, Bhai Gonda cheerfully accepted the task given to him. On arriving there he built a [[Gurdwara]] and carried out all the Guru’s instructions. <br />
<br />
One day, while Bhai Gonda was repeating the [[Japji]], he felt as if he was actually clinging to the Guru’s feet. He was in such a state of abstraction that he became quite unconscious. He grew as absorbed in the sight of the Guru as a drop of rain in the ocean. The Guru knew what was passing through Bhai Gonda’s mind, and sat firmly on his throne keeping his feet together. At mid-day, when dinner was announced, the Guru made no response. When the announcement was repeated an hour later, he still remained silent. A longer interval later, the call was again made for the third time and cook asked permission to serve the food, but again the Guru did not speak. Several Sikhs gathered together and were about to make a representation to the Guru, when he finally spoke. “Brother Sikhs. Bhai Gonda is in Kabul. He is in thought, word, and deed, a saint of the Guru. He today clasped my feet. How can I take them away from him? How can I go take my dinner until he lets go? I am therefore waiting until the conclusion of his meditation and obeisance.” Bhai Gonda did not awake from his trance before twilight, and it was only then that the Guru felt free to take his meal.<br />
<br />
==Dara Shikoh==<br />
[[Image:Panth prakash quote.jpg|right]]<br />
The Emperor Shah Jahan had four sons by different wives: [[Dara Shikoh]], Shuja Muhammad, Aurangzeb, and Murad Baksh. Dara Shikoh was the heir-apparent, and was very dear to his father. Aurangzeb was very cunning, clever and ambitious, and was fixated on succeeding to the throne. (The name Aurangzeb means - fit for the throne) He administered tiger’s whiskers in a dish to his eldest brother and he became dangerously ill as a result. Astrologers were sent for, pirs and fakirs were called, all known charms, spells and incantations were tried but to no avail. Wise men were assembled together and they came to the decision that until the tiger’s whiskers could be removed, there was no hope of a recovery. They were of the opinion that if two ounces of chebulic myrobalan (scientific name: ''termininalia chebula''; known in Ayurvedic medicine as ''Aralu'', credited with having laxative and stomachic properties) and a clove weighing one ''masha'' were administered, his health could be restored. <br />
<br />
The Emperor searched everywhere for the ingredients but they could not be found – it was only until his Prime Minister, who had heard of the Gurus’ fame, was informed that there were available from the Gurus’ storehouse, that hope was restored. Although the Emperor was hostile to the Guru, yet as the Guru’s house was a mine of sympathy and compassion for all, there was no doubt that he would grant the articles required. The Emperor humbled himself before the Guru and sent a letter. The Guru was pleased that the Emperor had such confidence in him as to write such a friendly letter, and consented to give the required medicines. “Behold,” said the Guru, “with one hand man breaks flowers and with one hand offers them, but the flowers perfume both hands alike. The axe cuts the sandal tree, yet the sandal perfumes the axe. The Guru ought, therefore, to return good for evil.” <br />
<br />
The ingredients were weighed and it was explained that these medicines would cause the hardest substance taken to be digested. To these ingredients, the Guru added a pearl which was to be ground and used as a subsidiary remedy. The Emperor was naturally very pleased and forgot all his enemity with the Guru, and vowed that he would never again cause him annoyance. His medicine was administered and effected a speedy and complete cure.<br />
<br />
==Ram Rai==<br />
<br />
After the death of Shah Jahan, the attitude of the state headed by Aurangzeb towards the non-muslims, turned hostile. Emperor Aurangzeb made an excuse for the help rendered to prince Dara Shakoh by Guru Sahib during the war of succession and framed false charges against Guru Sahib who was summoned to Delhi. [[Baba Ram Rai]] Ji appeard on behalf of Guru Sahib in the court. He tried to clarify some mis-understandings regarding Guru Ghar and Sikh faith, created by Dhirmals and Minas. Yet another trap, which he could not escape, was to clarify the meaning of the verse "The Ashes of the Mohammadan fall into the potter's clot, it is moulded into pots and bricks, and they cry out as they burn". [[Baba Ram Rai]] in order to please the emperor and gain his sympathy distorted [[Gurbani]]. When [[Guru Har Rai]] Ji was informed about this incident, he immediately excommunicated Ram Rai Ji from the Sikh Panth and never met him, through the later pleaded repeatedly for forgiveness. Thus Guru Sahib established a strict property for the Sikhs against any alteration of original verse in Guru Granth Sahib and the basic conventions set up by Guru Nanak Sahib.<br />
<br />
==The next Guru==<br />
<br />
{{Sikh Gurus|Guru Hargobind|Sixth [[Sikh Guru]]|Guru Har Rai|Guru Har Krishan|Bal Guru}}<br />
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[[Category:Sikh Gurus]]<br />
<br />
==See Also==<br />
* [[Guru Har Rai - The Apostle of Mercy]]<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_har_rai_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Har Rai Ji] Sri Guru Har Rai Ji is seventh of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
*[http://www.sikhs.org/guru7.htm Sikhs.org] <br />
*[http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak7.html Sikh-History.com]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruharraiji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
*[http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruharrai.htm AllAboutSikhs.com]<br />
*[http://www.scys-online.org/site/G7.html Learn more about Sri Guru Har Rai Ji]<br />
Audio:<br />
*[http://keertan.waheguroo.com/index.wn?viewCat=391 Sukhmani Sahib Mp3,Real Audio, Real Audio download]<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
* {{Book reference | Author=Macauliffe, M.A | Title=The Sikh Religion: Its Gurus Sacred Writings and Authors| Publisher=Low Price Publications | Year=1909 | ID=ISBN 8175361328}}<br />
* {{Book reference | Author=Singh, Khushwant | Title=A History of the Sikhs: 1469-1839 Vol.1 (2nd ed.)| Publisher=Oxford University Press | Year=1963| ID=ISBN 0195673085}}<br />
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{{infobox Guru<br />
|Image name = Guru_hargobind.jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Har Gobind<br><br>(1595 to 1644)<br />
|Name = Har Gobind<br />
|Birth = [[Saturday]], [[5 July]] [[1595]], Guru ki Vadali in Dist. Amritsar <br />
|Parents = [[Guru Arjan Dev]] & [[Mata Ganga]]<br />
|brosis = -N.A-<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Nanaki]], [[Mata Mahadevi]],[[Mata Damodari]]<br />
|Children = Sons - [[Baba Gurditta]], [[Suraj Mal|Baba Suraj Mal]], Baba Ani Rai, [[Baba Atal Rai|Baba Atal Rai]] & [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]]<br> Daughter - [[Bibi Viro|Bibi Biro]] <br />
|Guruship = [[Wednesday]], [[11 June]] [[1606]]<br />
|Bani in Guru Granth Sahib = N.A<br />
|Died = [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]]<br />
|Other Info = Built the [[Akal Takhat]], First Guru to engage in warfare, Main battles fought: Amritsar, Sri Hargobindpur, Guru Sar Marajh and Kartarpur<br />
}}<br />
'''Guru Har Gobind ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਹਰਿ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ) ([[Saturday]], [[5 July]] [[1595]] - [[Tuesday]], [[19 March]] [[1644]]) was the sixth of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]]. He became Guru on [[11 June]] [[1606]] following in the footsteps of his father [[Guru Arjan Dev]] ji. While the ceremonial rites were being performed by [[Baba Buddha]] ji, Guru Hargobind ji asked Baba Buddha to adorn him with a sword rather than the Seli of [[Nanak]] which had been used previously by the earlier Gurus. <br />
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Guru Hargobind then put on not one but two swords; one on his left side and the other on his right. He declared that the two swords signified "[[Miri]]" and "[[Piri]]", "Temporal Power" and "Spiritual Power", one which would smite the oppressor and the other which would protect the innocent. He told his followers: "In the guru's house spiritual and mundane powers shall be combined". "My rosary shall be the sword-belt and on my [[turban]] I shall wear a [[Kalgi]]" (an ornament for the turban, which was then worn by Mughal and Hindu rulers). <br />
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Guru Hargobind carried the same light of [[Guru Nanak]]; but he added to it the lustre of the sword. Guru Hargobind sahib ji was also the inventor of the [[Taus]]. Guru ji watched a peacock singing one day, and wished to make a instrument to mimic the same sound as the peacock, thus came the [[Taus]]. <br />
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==Arming and martial training==<br />
During his captivity, when the Saintly and peaceful [[Guru Arjan]] was under the severest torture, he concentrated and relied on God for guidance to save the nascent Sikh [[Sangat]] from annihilation. The only solution revealed to him was to guard it through the use of arms. He pondered over the problem again and again and finally concluded that the militarisation of [[Sikhism]] had become a necessity. Hence he sent a Sikh disciple to his young son, the eleven year old '''Har Gobind''', nominating him as the Guru of the Sikhs (his devotees), giving him Guru Arjan's last injunction; "Let him sit fully armed on his throne and maintain an army to the best of his capacity".<br />
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Guru Hargobind ji excelled in matters of state and his [[Darbar]] (Court) was noted for its splendour. The arming and training of some of his devoted followers began, the Guru came to possess seven hundred horses and his Risaldari (Army) grew to three hundred horsemen and sixty gunners in the due course of time. Additionaly five hundred men from the 'Majha area of Punjab' were recruited as infantry. Guru Har Gobind built a fortess at [[Amritsar]] called 'Lohgarh' (Fortess of steel). He had his own flag and war-drum which was beaten twice a day. Those who had worked to have Guru Arjan destroyed now turned their attention and efforts to convincing Jahangir that the fort, the Akal Takhat and the growing Risaldari were all intended to allow Guru Hargobind ji to one day take revenge for his father's unjust death.<br />
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==Akal Takht==<br />
Guru Hargobind constructed the [[Akal Takht]] (God's throne) in front of [[Harmandir]] in 1606. There he sat on a raised platform of twelve feet, attired in princely clothes. The [[Harmandir Sahib]] was the seat of his spiritual authority and the[[ Akal Takht]] was the seat of his temporal (worldly) authority. This marked the beginning of Sikh militarisation. To the symbols of sainthood were added marks of sovereignty, including the umbrella and the Kalgi. Guru Har Gobind administered justice like a King and awarded honours and meted punishment, as well. The Akal Takht was the first Takht in the history of the Sikhs. According to Cunningham: "The genial disposition of the martial apostle led him to rejoice in the companionship of a camp, in the dangers of war, and in the excitements of the chase".<br />
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===State within a state===<br />
The Sikhs had formed a separate and independent identity that had nothing to do with the government agencies of the day. Thus the Sikh entity came to occupy a sort of separate state within the Mughal Empire.<br />
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===Congregational prayers===<br />
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Guru Har Gobind ji established Congregational prayers adding to religious fervour among his [[Sikh]]s, but also strengthened their unity and brotherhood. Mohsin Fani, author of 'Dabistan', states that when a Sikh wished for a favour or gift from God, he would come to assembly of Sikhs and request them to pray for him; even the Guru asked the Sikh congregation to pray for him.<br />
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==People hostile towards young Guru==<br />
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There were many people who were hostile to Guru Hargobind when he assumed leadership of Sikhs. His uncle, '''Priti Mal''', who was brother of Guru Arjan continued his intrigues against Guru Har Gobind. Prithi Mal had un-successfuly tried to kill Guru Har Gobind, when the guru was a child, by unleasing a deadly snake upon him. Prithi Mal continued to complain against him to Emperor Jehangir.<br />
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'''Chandu Shah''' who had been foremost in complaining to Jehangir against Guru Arjan Dev ji transferred his hostilities toward Guru Har Gobind.<br />
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'''Shaikh Ahmad Sirhandi''' too was hostile towards the Sikh Gurus and would have incited the Emperor.<br />
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'''Jehangir''' was fearful that Guru Har Gobind might seek revenge for his father's arrest, torture and death.<br />
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==Religious activities==<br />
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Guru Har Gobind did not neglect the work of preaching and spreading the Sikh religion. He sent his Sikhs to far of places such as Bengal and Bihar to preach Sikhism. Guru Har Gobind allowed [[Udasi]]s to preach Sikhism but did not admit them to Sikhism. [[Bhai Gurdas]] mentions in his var 2 the names of Nawal and Nihala, two sabharwal khatris, who established their bussiness in Bihar. A lot of local people adopted Sikhism under their influence. In his private life Guru Har Gobind never abandoned the true character of Guru Nanak, whose successor he was and whose teachings he had to spread in this world.<br />
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==A summary==<br />
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The following is a summary of the main highlights of Guru Ji's life:<br />
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#Introduced martial arts and weapons training and created a standing Military force for the defence of the masses following his father's martyrdom.<br />
#Carried 2 swords of Miri and Piri.<br />
#Built the [[Akal Takhat]] in 1608 - which is now one of five [[Takhat]]s (Seats of Power) of the Sikh Religion.<br />
#Founded the city of [[Kiratpur]] in District [[Rupnagar]], (old name [[Ropar]]), [[Punjab]]<br />
#Was held in the fort of Gwalior for one year, obstensibly to pray for the recovery of the ill Emperor Jahangir (the Guru had willingly gone to the fort). When Jahangir ordered his release, he refused to leave unless 52 imprisoned Hindu Rajas were freed as well. Cleverly he earned their freedom by turning the Emperor's own words against him. To mark this occasion the Sikhs celebrate [[Bandi Chorr Divas]] to celebrate his release and Deepa wali to celebrate his return to Amritsar.<br />
#First Guru to engage in warfare, fighting and winning 4 defensive battles with [[Mughal]] forces.<br />
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== Detailed Account ==<br />
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The sixth guru, Guru Hargobind Ji occupies a special place in Sikh history because, after [[Guru Arjan Dev]] Ji's martyrdom, he gave a new direction to the course of events. Along with his spiritual authority, he exercised temporal authority too by expounding the concept of Miri and Piri (the temporal and the spiritual). In Indian history the advent of Sikhism and the establishing of [[Mughal]] Empire took place at the same time. [[Guru Nanak]] was not against [[Islam]], infact Guru Nanak's first words pointed to the needlessness of Hinduism and the Muslim religions being at odds; '''Their is no Musalman, there is no Hindu'''. Guru Nanak and the four Gurus that followed expounded peace, equality and freedom for all. It was only after the death of Guru Arjan that it became all to clear that a defensive military stance might be required to bring this about. Injustice, oppression and exploitation were the order of the day. The scourges of caste divisions, religious discrimination and superstitions was making life into a living hell for the ordinary person. The oppressors and the oppressed were both Muslims and Hindus. '''Guru Hargobind Singh Ji used both the powers of worship and of the sword to fight this oppression.'''<br />
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[[Image:Charmer,snakeandhargobind.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Several efforts were made on the life of young Hargobind even in his infancy. A snake-charmer was bribed to let loose a poisonous snake, but the young Guru to be overpowered the snake.]]<br />
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Guru Ji was born on 19 June 1595 to [[Mata Ganga]] Ji and Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji in village [[Guru Ki Wadali|Wadali]] of district [[Amritsar]]. He was merely eleven years old when Guru Arjan Dev Ji was martyred after being jailed, fined and tortured while under arrest by [[Jahangir|Jehangir]]'s orders. <br />
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At the time of his installation as the guru, Guru Ji asked [[Baba Budha]] Ji to discard the earlier tradition of donning him with the Seli of Guru Nanak, preferring instead to be adorned with a sword, but contrary to the prevalent Hindu and Muslim traditions, where the new ruler was donned with a sword (as a symbol of his role as the ruler of the state) Guru ji asked to be donned with two swords, explaining that one signified his temporal powers and the other his spiritual power. His purpose was not to mix religion with politics, but to take up the cause of the exploited and defend them against the oppression of the rulers. Thus, Guru Har Gobind clearly separated religion and politics. Religion had always been intermixed with politics in India and as a result the people were subjected to persecution and injustice. Since the tolerant days of Akbar, who had made an effort to fuse the religions of Indias, his son Jahangir had listed to the long neglected Muslim Ulema demanded that Islam control the politics of the Mughal Empire. The religion of the ruling classes oppressed the people, using the shield of religion. That is why the politicians have always entangled religion with politics.<br />
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According to the chronicles, Guru Arjan Dev Ji and and Mata Ganga Ji did not have a child for a long time, until Mata Ganga Ji sought the blessings of [[Baba Budha Ji]] for an offspring. Budha Ji told her that she would give birth - to an extraordinarily chivalrous son. Shortly after that Guru Hargobind Ji was born. <br />
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After his installation as the sixth guru, Guru Hargobind Ji issued many edicts. He set up an army, acquired arms and horses, hoisted the Sikh flag and ordered the building of n exceptionally large and thundering drum called the [[nagara]], which was used to gather the sangat for his announcements. In 1663 he assigned the task of building the [[Akal Takhat]] to two of his most trusted devotees, in front of Harimandir Sahib. On this platform, seated with all the regal adornments of a Mugal or Hindu ruler, he would listen to the woes and complaints of the people and issue edicts.<br />
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==Historical accounts==<br />
According to historians, Guru Hargobind Ji was married thrice, but there are those who argue that this account is confusing and probably not accurate, as it is also said that the name of his bride before marriage changed after marriage in the husband's house (as was the custom at the time). Historians say that Guruji's first wife was [[Mata Damodari]], the daughter of [[Narain Das]] of village Talla. She gave birth to [[Baba Gurditta]], [[Bibi Veero]] and [[Ani Rai]] Ji. The second time he was married to [[Mata Nanki|Bibi Nanki]] daughter of [[Hari Chand]] of village [[Bakala]]. She was the mother of [[Guru Tegh Bahadur]] Ji. His third marriage was to [[Bibi Mahadevi]] daughter of [[Daya Ram]] of village Jandiyali, district Shekhupura, now part of ([[Pakistan]]). She gave birth to [[Suraj Mall]] Ji and [[Baba Atal]] Ji.<br />
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[[Image:Handwritingguruhargobindsingh.jpg|thumb|300px|right|The hand script of Guru Hargobind in a pothi kept at the Amritsar Museum]]<br />
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Alarmed by the rapid growth of the Sikhs under the guidance of Guru Hargobind Ji, those who wished ill-upon the growing Sikh community, joined hands with the rulers of [[Lahore]] and traveled to [[Delhi]] to voice their complains against Guru Har Gobind to the power brokers in the [[Mughal]]court and to Jahangir himself. They told [[Jehangir]] that Guru Hargobind Sahib was gathering an army and amassing arms, with the intension of avenging his father's death. They advised him to suppress Guru Ji and the growing Sikh community immediately, but rather than sending an army to attack or arrest him, Jehangir summoned the Guru to [[Delhi]] to assess his character and aims, but rather than the hoped for confrontation and arrest of the Guru (that his ill-wishers had hoped for) a surprising thing happened when both the Emperor and his powerful wife were taken by Guru Ji's charm, grace and Godliness. A friendship and mutual respect soon followed, Guru Har Gobind, would even hunt with the Emperor on his grand Shikars (hunting was a life long passion of the Guru). On one remarkable occasion the young Guru saved the life of the Emperor, who he could have easily hated for the death of his father, by jumping beteen a Lion and the Mughal ruler. <br />
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Seeing their scheme to harm Guru ji going awry and growing fearful of his developing friendship with the Emperor, Chandu Shah used an illness of Jahangir to have the court astrologers predict that only a Holy man praying at a shrine at Gwalior Fort, for a lengthy time, would lead to the Emperor's recovery. Moved equally by his personal jealousy as well as by superstition and the predictions of his court astrologers, Jehangir ordered the Guru to be imprisoned at the Gwalior fort (other versions have the Guru volunteering to undertake the task).<br />
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Though his Sikhs were worried that he would meet the same fate as his father the Guru himself was never worried over his release. The famous muslim pir Hazrat [[Mian Mir]] was amoung those who reminded Jahangir, who had long since gotten over his illness and seemingly forgotten about the Guru's confinement in the Fort, to release the Guru. The Guru's immediate release was ordered, but Guru Ji refused to leave the fort unless the fifty-two Princes who had long languished under confinement, at the fort, were released as well. <br />
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Jehangir cleverly agreed that the Guru could take as many of the princes to freedom, as could hold onto the Guru's clothing. Guru ji had his darzi (tailor) prepair a coat with 52 ribands or tails and left the fort with the fifty-two rulers trailing behind him, each holding onto a piece of the Guru's coat. That is why Guru Ji is referred to as the Liberator (Bandi-chor) in history. [[Bandi Chhorh Divas]] is celebrated in honor of the day. <br />
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When Guru Ji reached [[Amritsar]] his Sikhs lit lamps to welcome him. His arrival also consided with the tradional Indian festival of Diwali. Since then the festival of Diwali (lighting of lamps) is celebrated as Bandi-Chor diwas by Sikhs.<br />
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From [[Amritsar]] he went to [[Lahore]] where [[Kaulan]], adopted Hindu daughter of [[Kazi Rustam Khan]] and a follower of [[Mian Mir|Saint Mian Mir]] came into contact with the Guru due to her dire plight. Guruji asked her to move to [[Amritsar]], where she led a pious life. On Guruji's command, [[Baba Budha]] Ji had [[Gurdwara Kaulsar]] built in Kaulan's memory in 1681 of Bikrami calendar. On the invitation of Sikhs of central [[India]] he also travelled there where he had Gurdwara Nanak Matta completed. Later he visited [[Kashmir]] and secured many followers there. From Jammu and Kashmir, he returned to [[Punjab]] via [[Gujrat]].<br />
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==Four questions of Jahangir==<br />
In reply to the four questions of Jehangir, disciple of Shah Tola, Guru Ji said:<br />
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1.The woman is the honour of a man<br />
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2. A son is the mark of a man<br />
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3. Money is transient<br />
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4. A sage is neither a Hindu nor a Muslim<br />
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Guru Hargobind Sahib fought four battles in his lifetime. Emperor Jehangir died in 1684 Bikrami and his son [[Shah Jahan]] ascended the throne. The ill-wishers renewed their conspiracies and incited him too against Guru Ji. Otherwise also Shah Jahan was insecure about the increasing influence and power of [[Sikh]]s. <br />
*Sikhs while hunting in a Royal preserve trapped a falcon belonging to Shah Jahan and a conflict with imperial forces soon ensued. On the 22 day of Jeth month in Bikrami 1685, Sikhs won this battle. After that victory, the wedding of Bibi Veero, which had been interrupted by the battle, was completed. <br />
*In 1687 a battle was fought near village Ruhela where Moslem army and Turk chieftains were defeated. Guru Ji renamed this village as Hargobindpur. <br />
*The third battle started when Bidhi Chand retrieved Guru Ji's stolen horses from Lahore fort; this battle too was won. <br />
*The fourth battle took place near Kartarpur with Sa'id Khan in Bikrami 1691. Lahore province was on Sa'id Khan's side. Sa'id Khan and his fellow chieftains were killed and the Guru's army won the battle. <br />
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In 1701 Bikrami Guru Ji called his followers and passed on the mantle to his grandson Sri Har Rai Ji in their presence. The very same evening he passed away. It was the third day of March in year 1644.<br />
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==See also==<br />
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* [[Guru Har Gobind, a list of related articles]]<br />
* [[Bandi Chhorh Divas]]<br />
* [[Miri Piri]]<br />
* [[Akal Takhat]]<br />
* [[Baba Atal Rai]]<br />
* [[Bhai Bidhi Chand Chhina]]<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_hargobind_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Hargobind Ji] Sri Guru Hargobind Ji is sixth of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
*[http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruharrai.htm AllAboutSikhs.com]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruhargobindsahibji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
*[http://www.sikhs.org/guru6.htm Sikhs.org]<br />
*[http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak6.html Sikh-History.com]<br />
*[http://www.sikhnet.com/news/guru-hargobind-sahibs-incarceration-gwalior-prison Guru Hargobind Sahib's Incarceration in Gwalior Prison]<br />
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* [http://keertan.waheguroo.com/index.wn?viewCat=391 Sukhmani Sahib Mp3,Real Audio, Real Audio download]<br />
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|Subject Name = Guru Arjan Dev<br><br>(1563 to 1606)<br />
|Name = Arjan Dev<br />
|Birth = [[Sunday]] [[May 2]] [[1563]], [[Goindval]]<br />
|Parents = [[Guru Ram Das]] and [[Bibi Bhani]]<br />
|brosis = [[Baba Prithi Chand]] ji, [[Baba Mahan Dev]] Ji<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Ganga]]<br />
|Children = Sons - [[Guru Hargobind]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Saturday]] [[16 September]] [[1581]]<br />
|Died = [[Monday]] [[June 16]] [[1606]])<br />
|Other Info = [[Sukhmani Sahib]], 2218 hymns, installed [[Adi Granth]], Built the [[Golden Temple]]<br />
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'''Guru Arjan Dev Ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜੁਨ ਦੇਵ) ([[Sunday]] [[May 2]] [[1563]] - [[Monday]] [[June 16]] [[1606]]) was the fifth of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]], who became Guru on [[16 September]] [[1581]] following in the footsteps of [[Guru Ram Das]] ji. He was born in [[Goindval]] [[Punjab]] [[India]] the youngest son of [[Guru Ram Das]] and [[Bibi Bhani]], the daughter of [[Guru Amar Das]].<br />
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Before the fifth [[Sikh Guru]] left this physical world, he nominated [[Guru Hargobind]] Ji, his son as the next Guru of the Sikhs. <br />
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A summary of the main highlights of Guru Ji's life:<br />
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#Compiled and collated the Hymns of the previous Sikh Gurus as the foundation of the [[Guru Granth Sahib]].<br />
#Additionally Guru Ji contributed a total of 2218 hymns to the [[Sri Guru Granth Sahib]].<br />
#Authored the [[Sukhmani Sahib]] [[Bani]] – Prayer for Peace<br />
#Installed for the first time the holy Sikh Book, which at that time was called the [[Adi Granth]], a major achievement.<br />
#Built the [[Golden Temple]]<br />
#Developed [[Amritsar]] as a Centre of Excellence.<br />
#Enhanced the Structure of Sikh Society by introducing the [[Masund]] system.<br />
#Guru Arjan Dev was the first Sikh Guru to be martyred. See [[Martyrdom of Guru Arjan]]<br />
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Hymn by Guru Arjan Dev from the Sukhmani Sahib- SGGS from page 262[http://www.gurugranthdarpan.com/0262.html]<br />
:''Meditate, meditate, meditate peace is obtained, Worry and anguish is expelled from the body. ''<br />
:''Remembering God, you’re not reborn. Remembering God, the fear of death is dispelled.''<br />
:''Remembering God, death is eliminated. Remembering God, your enemies are repelled. ''<br />
:''Remembering God, no obstacles are met. Remembering God, night and day you’re fully awake.''<br />
:''Remembering God, fear cannot touch you. Remembering God, you don’t suffer with sorrow. ''<br />
:''Remembrance of God, in the Company of Saints. All treasures, O Nanak, are by Lord’s Blessing. ||2||''<br />
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== Introduction ==<br />
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Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the fifth Guru of the [[Sikh]]s, was the embodiment of Godly devotion, Selfless Service and Universal Love. He was the treasure of celestial knowledge and spiritual excellence. He substantially contributed towards the welfare of the society. He stood steadfastly for the principles he believed in, sacrificed his own life, and attained a unique and unparalleled martyrdom in the history of mankind.<br />
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Guru Arjan Dev Ji was born on April 15, 1563, in the house of [[Guru Ram Das]], the fourth Guru. He was the youngest of the three sons of Guru Ram Das Ji. His oldest brother, [[Baba Prithi Chand|Prithi Chand]] was very astute in social and worldly affairs. He was noted for his diligent management of all the affairs of the Guru’s household, including the running of the langar (communal kitchen). <br />
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The second son, Mahadeve was captivated with reclusive tendencies. He wanted to lead the life of an ascetic. His attitude, full of fierce interactions towards the congregants, was contrary to the modesty of the Guru’s teachings. Moreover, he himself displayed no inclination for the acceptance of the Guruship.<br />
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==Father's high expectations==<br />
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Guru Ram Das had envisioned heavenly qualities in his youngest son Arjan. From his earliest childhood the Guru had found him to be imbued with the Name, and immersed in tranquillity. Almost since his birth it seemed that the Guruship was destined to be bestowed upon Arjan. One day baby Arjan had crawled up onto the Divine throne of his grandfather, Guru Amar Das the third Guru, and sat there comfortably. <br />
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Seeing this the Guru smiled and prophesied, “My maternal Grandson will ship the Name across.” But growing up Arjan was always well aware that despite his Grandfather's prediction, it was the service to the Sangat, not their lineage that had bestowed Guruship on the previous preceptors, [[Guru Angad]] and [[Guru Amar Das]]. With this in mind, he indulged in [[Seva]] (service) most ardently. <br />
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But his emotive intentions were always quite perceptible to his father, Guru Ram Das Ji and, all to apparent to his eldest brother, Prithi Chand, who suspecting the consequence of their Grandfather's prophecy, indulged in numerous means to disrupt the life of Guru Arjan, that ended in bringing about what he had feared. <br />
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==Sent to Lahore to attend a family wedding==<br />
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Sent to Lahore to attend a wedding on behalf of his father, Arjan was kept there for a long time, by the cunning manipulations of his elder brother [[Baba Prithi Chand|Prithi Chand]], who had long worked to inherit the Guru Gaddi (Throne) himself. But by his interception and concealment of a series of letters that Arjan had sent to his father; (Majh M.5 G.G.S. Page 96) his duplicity, when it was discovered, ended with Arjan being installed as the fifth Guru. <br />
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Despite his brother's actions he showed no resentment to his elder brother and inundated him with reverence and honour. Guru Arjan Dev Ji was a born an apostle of peace. Although he ascended the throne of [[Guru Nanak]] at the age of 18, he was far more advanced in wisdom than normal for his years not to ention his angelic qualities. The letters he wrote to his father from Lahore, not then even a teen-aged boy, stand testimony to that fact.<br />
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==Marriage to Mata Ganga==<br />
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Guru Arjan Dev was married to [[Mata Ganga]] ji on [[19 June]] [[1589]]. Mata ji was the daughter of Bhai Krishan Chand of the village of [[Mau]], 10 km west of [[Phillaur]] in the state of [[Punjab]], [[India]]. The now famous historical town of Doaba ([[Bilga]]) is where the fifth [[Sikh Guru]], Guru Arjan Dev Ji arrived the day before the wedding. He stayed in this village for two days to take rest while going to [[Mau|village Mau Sahib]] for wedding ceremony. <br />
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The village now a town is famous as the holy clothes of Guru Arjan Dev ji are kept here in the memory of this wedding. The people of Bilga served the Guru heartily and Guru Ji was pleased and blessed them. Gurdwara Bilga Sahib stand in memory of the Guru's visit. On his departure, the Guru presented the following personal item of his clothing: Saili (cap), chola, pyjama, Batva, Dushala, Simrana Mala and Chandan ki chawanki after taking bath.<br />
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Every year on the occasion of marriage of Guru Arjan Dev and [[Mata Ganga ji]], a great fair is held here over 3 days. On the last day of these celebration, the holy clothes of Guru Sahib are shown to general public before the closing ceremony of Diwan.<br />
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==Completion of the Harmandar Sahib==<br />
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[[Image:Guru Arjan GurGaddi.jpg|thumb|350px|Baba Buddha places a ''tikka'' (a mark of distinction) on the forehead of Guru Arjan Dev, pronouncing him the fifth Guru. Guru Ram Das is seated on the right. From an old fresco in Gurdwara Ramsar Sahib in Amritsar.]]<br />
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The Basics of the new religion had been defined by Baba Nanak, and the groundwork was carried out by three of his successors. Guru Arjan Dev Ji set upon a mission of putting it on a solid footing. As ordained by his predecessors, [[Guru Nanak]] through [[Guru Ram Das]] Ji, he took the task of the completion of the place where his father had constructed a clay tank of Nectar. In the true spirit of “I am neither Hindu, nor Muslim...” Guru Arjan Dev Ji invited Mian Mir, a Muslim Saint from Lahore to lay the cornerstone of the foundation of the Harmandar, the present Golden Temple. The doors on all four sides of the building signified its acceptance of all the four castes and every Religion. Contrary to the requests of the congregation, the floor of the Harmandar Saheb was kept lower than the surrounding area; as the water flows downward so would the seekers of God’s blessings. Along with God’s House came the existence of the City of [[Amritsar]] with all its reverence, amenities, and gaiety.<br />
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==The completion of the Adi Granth==<br />
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The preparation of the Holy Book is the most valuable achievement of Guru Arjan Dev Ji. With three things in his mind he initiated the compilation of the Holy Book, the present [[Guru Granth Sahib]]. Unfortunately the Hymns and teachings of the first four Gurus were being added to and even distorted by impostors. Seeing such things going on Guru Arjan wanted to preserve these original treasures. Not only fixing the path of the efforts of his predecessors, but also bestowing, on the Panth, an ever-lasting guiding light that was to serve as both a physical and spiritual phenomenon.<br />
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And most of all he wanted to establish the credibility of the Sikh Religion as a casteless and secular society. Laced among the Hymns of the earlier Nanaks he added his own compositions as well as, the celestial utterances of Sheikh [[Farid]] and Bhagat [[Kabir]], Bhagat Ravi Das, Dhanna Namdev, Ramannand, Jai Dev, Trilochan, Beni, Pipa and Surdas. All of whom belong to different times, beliefs, sects, and Castes from high and low.<br />
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The poetic revelations of [[Guru Arjan]] are of the greatest aesthetic calibre. More than half of the [[Guru Granth Sahib]] is constituted of his own holy renderings. The Granth Sahib is not only a collection of the revelations but also it throws considerable light on the contemporary political and social life; the physical being and spiritual awareness are fused into one. Among his other equally important accomplishments are the creation of new cities at [[Kartarpur]], [[Tarn Taran]] with its magnanimous Tank of Salvation and the construction of the [[Baoli at Lahore]].<br />
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==The Masand system strengthened==<br />
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[[Guru Ram Das]] introduced the institution of Masands (representative of the Gurus at far flung places) along with the principle [[Dasvand]] of a Tenth of an individual's income payable for the Guru’s [[Langar]] (Common Kitchen) and for other acts of benevolence on behalf of the poor. In [[Guru Angad]]'s days the professional bards, [[Satta and Balwand]], who sang the hymns at the Guru’s Darbar had started to believe that their excellence as musicians and singers was responsible for their Guru's popularity. With his love for music and expertise in the [[Raga]]s, Guru Arjan Dev Ji introduced the tradition of singing by the congregants themselves to avoid such egoism.<br />
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During his incumbency the [[Punjab]] was very badly effected with a famine. By dint of his influence he gained [[Mughal]] Emperor Akbar’s consent to eliminate land revenue, to some extent, for that year. But Jeth Sudhi 4 Smt. 1663 corresponding to May 30, 1606 A.D. is the most momentous date in the Sikh chronology. Mughal Emperor Akbar had already been convinced of the piety of the Sikh Gurus. During one of his campaigns he had come to Goindwal and partook of the Langar; sitting on the floor he ate the simple food of the Amar Das's Langar seated among men of every caste before he was able to meet with Guru Amar Das. <br />
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A Muslim Pir, the Saint, [[Mian Mir]] of [[Lahore]] had great affinity with the Guru’s domain. The opinions and words of the Pir were immensely revered by Akbar, which on one occasion resulted in the charges levelled against Guru Arjan in the Akbar’s Court by a few impostors (Prithi Chand and his son Meharban) and some jealous [[Brahmin]] Priests, being totally disregarded. The complainants were virtually thrown out of the King’s court, but humiliated they were unfortunately to continue their designs, with more success, after the death of Akbar.<br />
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==Enormous popularity of the Sikh Gurus==<br />
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During the Guruship of the fifth Guru, the House of Baba Nanak had began to gain enormous popularity under the illuminating and guiding light of Guru Arjan Dev. The Guru's message of peace and harmony in such tragic times when the Mughals were inflicting barbarous action on the masses rang a chord with the popular population. Both Hindu and Muslim populace flocked to the Guru’s house in equal intensity to pay their homage. To the dismay of Orthodox Muslims, Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s popularity increased their hatred of him. <br />
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During the period from 1581-1606, Guru Arjan Dev Ji's time, the Sikh population in greater Punjab grew enormously; masses of people started coming to the Guru's [[sangat]]s in the newly constructed [[Harmandar Sahib]] and thousands of new followers became the Guru's Sikhs during this period. Even powerful chieftains like Chaudhary Langaha Dhillon, of Jhabal, Chaudhary Amrika of Tarn Taran Sahib area, and Bhai Manjh of Kang Mai village, and many many more, had become followers and adherents of the popular Guru.<br />
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== Growth of Sikhism ==<br />
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A vast number of the Punjabi tribes such as Khatri, Jatt, Rajput, Tarkhan, Chamar, Arora, Kamboja, Saini, etc converted to Sikhism, mainly from [[Hinduism]] and a few also from [[Islam]]. Due to the purity of the Guru's message and his enormous popularity, even Muslim pir's also became followers of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and even Hindu saints, yogis, sidhas became Sikhs and adherents of the Guru; for the first time the new Sikh religion, had became the prominent popular religion of medieval Punjab. <br />
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During his period Guru Sahib had founded many villages, towns and cities and constructed numerous wells in the Punjab region. Sikhism was fast becoming a popular and majority religion in Majha, Doaba, Malva, Nakka, regions of Punjab. Peace and prosperity was once gain returning to this region. Although the masses living in Punjab were happy with this development, the Mughal leaders in Delhi were perturbed.<br />
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==The popularity and wrong rumours create hatred==<br />
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This increase in popularity of Guru Arjan caused jealousy and grave concern among the strict and fundamentalist Muslims at the Mughal court in Delhi, who started being hostile towards the house of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. This great doubt, concern and wrong suspicion about the Guru in the minds of the Mughal leader was being flamed by the enemies of the house of Nanak. <br />
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This was further heightened by the malicious manipulations of [[Chandu Shah]], an influential Hindu banker and revenue official at the Emperor's Darbar (Court) at Lahore. He had once been advised to arrange a marriage of his daughter with Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s only son, Hargobind, but because of his contempt for the Guru, he laughed at such a suggestion using harsh words that eventually were repeated to the Guru.<br />
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The Mughal court leaders spread wrong rumour about the Guru to the Mughal leadership; so much so that Emperor Jahangir was totally confused about who the Guru was and what his message was for this world. Read what Emperor Jahangir had written in his diary the "Tuzuk-i-Jahagiri" ( "Memoirs of Jahangir") about the Guru and realise how confused he was:<br />
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:'' "In Govindwal, which is on the river Biyah (Beas), there was a Hindu named Arjun, in the garments of sainthood and sanctity, so much so that he had captured many of the simple-hearted of the Hindus, and even of the ignorant and foolish followers of Islam, by his ways and manners, and they had loudly sounded the drum of his holiness. They called him Guru, and from all sides stupid people crowded to worship and manifest complete faith in him. For three or four generations (of spiritual successors) they had kept this shop warm. Many times it occurred to me to put a stop to this vain affair or to bring him into the assembly of the people of Islam."''<br />
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==Guru Arjan arrested== <br />
[[Image:Arjan11.jpg|thumb|350px|right|Guru Arjan Dev's subject to torture by the Mughals.]]<br />
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Immediately after the death of Akbar, the Muslim clergy captured the thought of Prince Saleem and helped him to regain the throne as Emperor [[Jahangir]]. He was assisted with the understanding on the agreement that he would reinstate the Shariyat (Orthodox Muslim Law) in the country when he became Emperor. <br />
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Akbar’s grandson, Khusro was a pious man who was as liberal as his grandfather. Akbar had designated him next in line to head the kingdom. But the domination of Muslim clergy made it necessary that he had to run for his life. While passing through [[Punjab]] he visited [[Guru Arjan]] Dev Ji at Tarn Taran and sought his blessings.<br />
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==Negative forces act against the Guru==<br />
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Later when Chandu saw the wisdom of the match his family priest had suggested and had an offer of the union sent to Guru ji, the Guru aware of his attitude and contempt rejected the marriage.<br />
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Sheikh Ahmad Sarhindi was very much revered by Muslims. He presented himself to be Islam's Prophet of the second millennium; the first millennium belonging to Prophet Muhammad. <br />
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He asserted that his status was higher than the Sikh Gurus. This was emphatically rejected by Guru Arjan Dev Ji. Sheikh Ahmad had great influence on Jehangir. Citing the Guru’s blessings bestowed upon Prince Khusro he instigated the Emperor against Guru Arjan Dev Ji. Jehangir wrote in his biography:<br />
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"A Hindu named Arjan lived at Goindwal...simple minded Hindus and ignorant and foolish Muslims have been persuaded to adopt his ways... this business has been flourishing for three generations. For a long time it had been in my mind to put a stop to this affair or to bring him into the fold of Islam...”<br />
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==False accusations launched against the Guru==<br />
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Khusro was later ‘captured and blinded in punishment’. Thereafter ‘Jehangir summoned Guru Arjan Dev Ji to Lahore’. With preconceived ideas, Jehangir showed dissatisfaction with the Guru’s explanation of Khusro’s shelter. He labelled the Guru as a party to rebellion and ‘wanted to punish him with death’. <br />
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But on the recommendation of Pir Mian Mir he commuted his sentence to a fine of two lakh rupees’ plus ‘an order to erase a few verses’ from the Granth Sahib. Guru Arjan Dev Ji refused to accept. The Sikhs of Lahore wanted to pay off the fine but the Guru flatly refused any attempt to pay an unjust fine. <br />
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==The Guru accepts Hukam of the Lord==<br />
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The Guru was imprisoned and excessively tortured. His body was exposed in the scorching heat of May-June sun. He was made to sit on the red-hot sand, and boiling hot water was poured on his naked body. <br />
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Pir Mian Mir approached him and offered to intercede on his behalf. Some say that he even offered to demolish the whole city of Lahore with his ecclesiastic power in punishment, but the Guru refused his help holding that all that was happening was by God's will, “thine doings seem sweet unto me, Nanak craves for the wealth of God’s name.” (Rag Asa M.5 P.394).<br />
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==The Guru returns home==<br />
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And on this day of May 30, 1606, he enveloped his blistering body in the cool waves of the River Ravi and journeyed to his heavenly abode. [[Bhai Gurdas]], a contemporary of [[Guru Arjan]] Dev Ji and the pioneering scribe of Guru Granth Sahib, summed up:<br />
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“Like a rain-bird, thirsting only for a drop of rain and no other water, Guru Arjan Dev Ji abandoned all worldly opportunities offered to him and desired but an abiding repose in the love and will of God. So deeply was he absorbed in the undisturbed and unbroken vision of the Lord, that his enlightened and elevated spirit conquered all sorrow and pain and his soul rested peacefully in the eternal embrace of God’s love. I am a sacrifice unto Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the Perfect one.”<br />
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“The Lord of man and beast is working in all;<br />
His presence is scattered everywhere;<br />
There is none else to be seen.<br />
One talks, another listens; God is in both.<br />
He is the Unity and Himself the Diversity.” (Sukhmani XX11.1)<br />
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“In the company of saints<br />
man learns how to turn enemies into friends,<br />
As he becomes completely free from evil,<br />
And bears malice to none.<br />
In the company of the good, <br />
there is no swerving from the path,<br />
No looking down upon anybody as evil.<br />
Man sees all round him the Lord of Supreme Joy,<br />
And freeing himself from the feverish sense of self,<br />
Abandons all pride.<br />
Such is the efficacy of fellowship with a holy man, whose greatness is known only to the Lord:<br />
The servant of the ideal is akin to his Master.” (Sukhmani V11.3)<br />
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“He is a prince among men<br />
Who has effaced his pride in the company of the good, <br />
He who deems himself as of the lowly,<br />
Shall be esteemed as the highest of the high.<br />
He who lowers his mind to the dust of all men’s feet,<br />
Sees the Name of God enshrined in every heart.” (Sukhmani 111.6)<br />
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Above based on article by: [[Pritpal Singh Bindra]], Author & Columnist Winner: Akali Phoola Singh Book Award ‘98<br />
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==See Also==<br />
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* [[Martyrdom of Guru Arjan]]<br />
* [[Reasons for the martyrdom of Guru Arjan]]<br />
* [[Guru Arjan and the sangat from Kabul]]<br />
* [[Bhai Jodh and Guru Arjan]]<br />
* [[Guru Arjan dev's Gurdwaras]]<br />
* [[Martyrdom of Guru Arjan in the eyes of non-Sikh historians]]<br />
* [[Shabad Hazaray]]<br />
* [[Creation of Shabad Hazaray]]<br />
* [[Guru Hargobind]]<br />
* [[Sikhism]] <br />
* [[Sikh Sites]]<br />
* [[Sikh Martyrs]]<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_arjan_dev_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji] Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji is fifth of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
*[http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/guru-arjan/ Eternal Glory of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruarjandevji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/people/arjandev.shtml BBC Guru Arjan Dev]<br />
*[http://www.sikhvideos.org/greatest-sacrifice.htm Video on the Great Sacrifice by Guru Arjan Dev Ji]<br />
*[http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruarjun.htm AllAboutSikhs.com]<br />
*[http://www.sikhs.org/guru5.htm Sikhs.org]<br />
*[http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak5.html Sikh-History.com]<br />
eBooks:<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smspublications/guruarjandevjitheapostleofpeace/ Guru Arjan, the Apostle of Peace] - eBook<br />
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==Audio==<br />
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*[http://sikhsangeet.com/albumid447-Guriqbal-Singh-(Gurdwara-Mata-Kaulan-Amritsar-Wale)-Sri-Sukhmani-Sahib-Ji-Diyan-Visheshtaian.html Guriqbal Singh (Gurdwara Mata Kaulan Amritsar Wale) - Sri Sukhmani Sahib Ji Diyan Visheshtaian]<br />
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<div>''“One who calls himself a Sikh of the True Guru shall get up early morning and meditate on the Lord’s Name. Make effort regularly to cleanse, bathe & dip in the ambrosial pool. Upon Guru’s instructions, chant Har, Har singing which, all misdeeds, sins and pains shall go away.”''<br />
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|Image name = Guru ramdas.jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Ram Das<br><br>(1534 to 1581)<br />
|Name = Bhai Jetha<br />
|Birth = [[Friday]] [[October 9]] [[1534]], Chuna Mandi, Lahore, Punjab<br />
|Parents = [[Haridas]] & [[Mata Daya Kaur|Mata Anup Devi]]<br />
|brosis = -N.A-<br />
|Spouse = [[Bibi Bhani]] <br />
|Children = Sons - [[Baba Prithi Chand|Baba Prithi Chand ji]], [[Baba Mahadev|Baba Mahan Dev Ji]], [[Guru Arjan Dev]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Monday]] [[16 September]] [[1574]], When his age was 40 years <br />
|Died = [[Saturday]] [[16 September]] [[1581]]<br />
|Other Info = [[Laava]], 688 [[Shabad]]s/hymns, founded the city of Amritsar<br />
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'''Guru Ram Das''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਰਾਮ ਦਾਸ) ([[Friday]] [[October 9]] [[1534]] - [[Saturday]] [[16 September]] [[1581]]) was the fourth of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]] and became Guru on [[Monday]] [[16 September]] [[1574]] following in the footsteps of [[Guru Amar Das]] ji. The Guru's original name was Bhai Jetha. Before Guru Ji died, he nominated his youngest son as the next Guru of the Sikhs - [[Guru Arjan Dev]].<br />
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==Brief Information==<br />
* Birth Place: [[Chuna Mandi]], [[Lahore]], [[Punjab]] (Present day [[Pakistan]])<br />
* Father: [[Haridas]] Ji <br />
* Mother: [[Mata Daya]] ji (also known as Anoop Davi)<br />
* Wife: [[Mata Bhani]] Ji<br />
* Daughters: None<br />
* Sons: [[Baba Prithi Chand]] ji, [[Baba Mahadev]] Ji, [[Guru Arjan Dev]] Ji<br />
* Became Guru at age 40 years and had life span of 47 years.<br />
* Gurbani: The Guru contributed a total of 688 [[Shabad]]s/hymns to the [[Sri Guru Granth Sahib]].<br />
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The fourth Sikh Guru contributed the following to the people of the world:<br />
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* Author of [[Laava]], the hymns of the Marriage Rites<br />
* Designed the [[Golden Temple]]<br />
* Planned & created the township of Ramdaspur (later [[Amritsar]])<br />
* Organization Structure of Sikh Society<br />
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=Detailed Account=<br />
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==Early Life==<br />
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Very little is known about the early years of Bhai Jetha who later became the fourth Sikh Guru, [[Guru Ram Das]]. Jetha ji was born at Chuna Mandi Bazaar, [[Lahore]] at the site of the present shrine on [[24 September]] [[1534]] where he spent the first seven years of his life. Soon after birth, he was given the name '''Jetha''', meaning '''the first born'''. <br />
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'''Jetha's''' simple and God-fearing parents, [[Hari Das]] and [[Anup Devi]] of [[Lahore]] were delighted at this precious gift from [[Waheguru]]. As he was growing up and in his teens, he could always be found in the company of religious men. When he was of 7 Years his father died so her maternal grandmother took him to [[Basarke]], near [[Amritsar]]. Jetha continued to become a handsome young man.<br />
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==Company of Guru Amar Das==<br />
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One day Jetha came across a party of [[Sikh]]s who were on their way to [[Goindwal]] to pay homage to [[Guru Amar Das]]. Jetha decided to join them and also travel to [[Goindwal]]. Upon their arrival and meeting, [[Guru Amar Das]] at once noticed the young Jetha with his pleasant manner and sense of devotion. While his fellow travelers returned to [[Lahore]], Jetha decided to stay and become a disciple of [[Guru Amar Das]]. <br />
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Bhai Jehta worked hard in Goindwal in the various construction projects that were taking place. [[Guru Amar Das]] was very impressed with the [[Sewa]] performed by [[Bhai Jetha]] and susequently a marriage was arranged between [[Bibi Bhani]], his daughter [[Bibi Bhani]] and his dedicated devotee, Bhai Jehta. <br />
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The marriage took place on [[18 February]] [[1554]]. After their marriage, the couple remained in [[Goindval]] which was an upcoming Sikh town and carried out voluntary service ([[Sewa]]) in the construction of the [[Baoli Sahib]] (sacred well), serving the Guru and the congregation ([[Sangat]]). <br />
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[[Image:Gururamdas.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Guru Ramdas From Max.Arthur.Macafuilee Book the Sikh]]<br />
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==Sewa of Guru Amar Dass==<br />
Jetha became a trusted disciple of [[Guru Amar Das]] ji. He undertook many [[sewa]]s and also successfully represented [[Guru Amar Das]] ji before the [[Mughal]] royal court to defend charges by some jealous [[Hindu]]s who had taken exception to some of the wording of the Sikh teachings, saying that [[Sikhism]] maligned both the [[Hindu]] and the [[Muslim]] religions. The following is a translation of what Jetha said in the Court of Akbar:<br />
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:''"Birth and caste are of no avail before God. It is ones deeds which make or unmake a man. To exploit ignorant people with superstitions and to call it religion is a sacrilege against God and man. To worship the infinite, formless and absolute God in the form of a totem, an image or an insignificant time-bound object of nature; to lead people to beleive that they can wash away their sins, not through compassion and self-surrender, but through ablutions; to insist upon special diets-what to eat and what not to eat; to say that a certain language and dress allows accesss to God and to condemn masses of human beings, men, women and children, to the status of sub-humans, who are not even allowed to learn to read the scriptures that they are told rule their lives; never allowed to enter a house of worship; who are allowed to do only the lowest degrading work, is to tear man apart from man. This is not religion nor is it religion to deny the world by becoming an ascetic, for it is in the world alone that man can find his spiritual possibilities."'' <br />
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Impressed by the tenets of [[Sikhism]] as explained by Bhai Jetha [[Emperor Akbar]] dismissed all of the charges.<br />
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==Construction of Ramdaspur==<br />
Eventually Bhai Jetha was ordained as [[Guru Amar Das]]'s successor and named Guru Ram Das ji. (Ram Das means servant of God). Guru Ram Das ji now eagerly continued the building of the city of [[Ramdaspur]] (the abode of Ram Das) by the digging of the second sacred pool as he had been instructed by [[Guru Amar Das]] ji. Pilgrims came in ever growing numbers to hear the Guru and to help in the excavation work of the tank. The holy tank would be called Amritsar meaning pool of nectar. Today the city of Ramdaspur, which now is the holiest center of Sikhism has come to be know as [[Amritsar]]. Guru Ram Das ji urged his [[Sikh]]s that one could fulfill one's life not merely by quiet meditation, but by actively participating in the joys and sorrows of others. This is how one could also rid oneself of the prime malady - Ego, and end their spiritual loneliness.<br />
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One of the new entries into the [[Sikh]] fold at this time was [[Bhai Gurdas]] Bhalla, the son of the younger brother of [[Guru Amar Das]] ji. [[Bhai Gurdas]] ji was a superb poet and scholar of comparative religion who would later go on to become the scribe of the first edition of the [[Guru Granth Sahib]] ji. [[Guru Amar Das]] ji was impressed with [[Bhai Gurdas]]'s existing knowledge of [[Hindi]] and [[Sanskrit]] and the [[Hindu]] scriptures. Following the tradition of sending out Masands across the country [[Guru Amar Das]] ji deputed [[Bhai Gurdas]] to Agra to spread the gospel of Sikhism.<br />
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==Bani of Guru Ram Das==<br />
There are 688 Hymns of Guru Ram Dass included in Guru Granth Sahib which have various teachings for sikhs. Guru Sahib's Bani is also part of Rehras Sahib and Kirtan Sohila which are daily prayers of Sikhs. Page 305 of the Guru Granth Guru Sahib decries the morning activity of one who calls himself a Sikh of the True Guru (God):<br />
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:''One who calls himself a Sikh of the True Guru shall get up early morning and meditate on the Lord's Name. Bathe daily in the ambrosial pool and following the Guru's instructions, chant Har, Har. All sins, misdeeds and negativity shall be erased.''<br />
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===Guru Sahib on Sadhu People and Pilgrimage Bath===<br />
ਮਲਾਰ ਮਹਲਾ ੪ ॥ ਗੰਗਾ ਜਮਨਾ ਗੋਦਾਵਰੀ ਸਰਸਤੀ ਤੇ ਕਰਹਿ ਉਦਮ ਧੂਰਿ ਸਾਧੂ ਕੀ ਤਾਈ ॥ ਕਿਲਵਿਖ ਮੈਲ ਭਰੇ ਪਰੇ ਹਮਰੈ ਵਿਚਿ ਹਮਰੀ ਮੈਲ ਸਾਧੂ ਕੀ ਧੂਰਿ ਗਵਾਈ ॥੧॥ <br><br />
Malaar, Fourth Mehl: The Ganges, the Jamunaa, the Godaavari and the Saraswati - these rivers strive for the dust of the feet of the Holy. Overflowing with their filthy sins, the mortals take cleansing baths in them; the rivers' pollution is washed away by the dust of the feet of the Holy. ||1|| <br><br><br />
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ਤੀਰਥਿ ਅਠਸਠਿ ਮਜਨ ਨਾਈ ॥ ਸਤਸੰਗਤਿ ਕੀ ਧੂਰਿ ਪਰੀ ਉਡਿ ਨੇਤਰੀ ਸਭ ਦਰਮਤਿ ਮੈਲ ਗਵਾਈ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥ <br><br />
Instead of bathing at the sixty-eight sacred shrines of pilgrimage, take your cleansing bath in the Name. When the dust of the feet of the Sat Sangat rises up into the eyes, all filthy evil-mindedness is removed. ||1||Pause|| <br><br><br />
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ਜਾਹਰਨਵੀ ਤਪੈ ਭਾਗੀਰਥਿ ਆਣੀ ਕੇਦਾਰ ਥਾਪਿਓ ਮਹਸਾਈ ॥ ਕਾਂਸੀ ਕਰਿਸਨ ਚਰਾਵਤ ਗਾਊ ਮਿਲਿ ਹਰਿ ਜਨ ਸੋਭਾ ਪਾਈ ॥੨॥ <br><br />
Bhaageerat'h the penitent brought the Ganges down, and Shiva established Kaydaar. Krishna grazed cows in Kaashi; through the humble servant of the Lord, these places became famous. ||2|| <br><br><br />
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ਜਿਤਨੇ ਤੀਰਥ ਦੇਵੀ ਥਾਪੇ ਸਭਿ ਤਿਤਨੇ ਲੋਚਹਿ ਧੂਰਿ ਸਾਧੂ ਕੀ ਤਾਈ ॥ ਹਰਿ ਕਾ ਸੰਤ ਮਿਲੈ ਗਰ ਸਾਧੂ ਲੈ ਤਿਸ ਕੀ ਧੂਰਿ ਮਖਿ ਲਾਈ ॥੩॥ <br><br />
And all the sacred shrines of pilgrimage established by the gods, long for the dust of the feet of the Holy. Meeting with the Lord's Saint, the Holy Guru, I apply the dust of His feet to my face. ||3|| <br><br><br />
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ਜਿਤਨੀ ਸਰਿਸਟਿ ਤਮਰੀ ਮੇਰੇ ਸਆਮੀ ਸਭ ਤਿਤਨੀ ਲੋਚੈ ਧੂਰਿ ਸਾਧੂ ਕੀ ਤਾਈ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਲਿਲਾਟਿ ਹੋਵੈ ਜਿਸ ਲਿਖਿਆ ਤਿਸ ਸਾਧੂ ਧੂਰਿ ਦੇ ਹਰਿ ਪਾਰਿ ਲੰਘਾਈ ॥੪॥੨॥ <br><br />
And all the creatures of Your Universe, O my Lord and Master, long for the dust of the feet of the Holy. O Nanak, one who has such destiny inscribed on his forehead, is blessed with the dust of the feet of the Holy; the Lord carries him across. ||4||2|| <br><br><br />
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===[[Anand Karaj]]===<br />
The standard [[Sikh]] marriage ceremony known as the [[Anand Karaj]] is centered around of , a four stanza hymn composed by [[Guru Ram Das]] ji. During the marriage ceremony the couple circumscribe the [[Guru Granth Sahib]] ji as each stanza of the [[Lawan]] is read. The first round is the Divine consent for commencing the householders life through marriage. The second round states that the union of the couple has been brought about by God. In the third round the couple is described as the most fortunate as they have sung the praises of the Lord in the company of saints. In the fourth round the feeling of the couple that they have obtained their hearts' desire and are being congratulated is described.<br />
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Guru Ram Das Sahib composed a beautiful bani called '''Laavan''' about the meaning of marriage to a Sikh couple – Effectively, the Guru defines a Sikh marriage in these 2 lines: "They are not said to be husband and wife who merely sit together. Rather they alone are called husband and wife, who have one soul in two bodies." <br />
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===Guru Sahib on Jogis===<br />
ਹਥਿ ਕਰਿ ਤੰਤ ਵਜਾਵੈ ਜੋਗੀ ਥੋਥਰ ਵਾਜੈ ਬੇਨ ॥ ਗਰਮਤਿ ਹਰਿ ਗਣ ਬੋਲਹ ਜੋਗੀ ਇਹ ਮਨੂਆ ਹਰਿ ਰੰਗਿ ਭੇਨ ॥੧॥ <br><br />
You may pluck the strings with your hand, O Yogi, but your playing of the harp is in vain. Under Guru's Instruction, chant the Glorious Praises of the Lord, O Yogi, and this mind of yours shall be imbued with the Lord's Love. ||1|| <br><br><br />
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ਜੋਗੀ ਹਰਿ ਦੇਹ ਮਤੀ ਉਪਦੇਸ ॥ ਜਗ ਜਗ ਹਰਿ ਹਰਿ ਝਕੋ ਵਰਤੈ ਤਿਸ ਆਗੈ ਹਮ ਆਦੇਸ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥ <br><br />
O Yogi, give your intellect the Teachings of the Lord. The Lord, the One Lord, is pervading throughout all the ages; I humbly bow down to Him. ||1||Pause|| <br><br><br />
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ਗਾਵਹਿ ਰਾਗ ਭਾਤਿ ਬਹ ਬੋਲਹਿ ਇਹ ਮਨੂਆ ਖੇਲੈ ਖੇਲ ॥ ਜੋਵਹਿ ਕੂਪ ਸਿੰਚਨ ਕਉ ਬਸਧਾ ਉਠਿ ਬੈਲ ਗਝ ਚਰਿ ਬੇਲ ॥੨॥ <br><br />
You sing in so many Ragas and harmonies, and you talk so much, but this mind of yours is only playing a game. You work the well and irrigate the fields, but the oxen have already left to graze in the jungle. ||2|| <br><br><br />
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ਕਾਇਆ ਨਗਰ ਮਹਿ ਕਰਮ ਹਰਿ ਬੋਵਹ ਹਰਿ ਜਾਮੈ ਹਰਿਆ ਖੇਤ ॥ ਮਨੂਆ ਅਸਥਿਰ ਬੈਲ ਮਨ ਜੋਵਹ ਹਰਿ ਸਿੰਚਹ ਗਰਮਤਿ ਜੇਤ ॥੩॥ <br><br />
In the field of the body, plant the Lord's Name, and the Lord will sprout there, like a lush green field. O mortal, hook up your unstable mind like an ox, and irrigate your fields with the Lord's Name, through the Guru's Teachings. ||3|| <br><br><br />
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ਜੋਗੀ ਜੰਗਮ ਸਰਿਸਟਿ ਸਭ ਤਮਰੀ ਜੋ ਦੇਹ ਮਤੀ ਤਿਤ ਚੇਲ ॥ ਜਨ ਨਾਨਕ ਕੇ ਪਰਭ ਅੰਤਰਜਾਮੀ ਹਰਿ ਲਾਵਹ ਮਨੂਆ ਪੇਲ ॥੪॥੯॥੬੧॥ <br><br />
The Yogis, the wandering Jangams, and all the world is Yours, O Lord. According to the wisdom which You give them, so do they follow their ways. O Lord God of servant Nanak, O Inner-knower, Searcher of hearts, please link my mind to You. ||4||9||61|| <br><br><br />
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===Guru Ram Dass on Benifits of Reciting God's Name===<br />
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ਆਸਾ ਮਹਲਾ ੪ ॥ ਸਤਸੰਗਤਿ ਮਿਲੀਝ ਹਰਿ ਸਾਧੂ ਮਿਲਿ ਸੰਗਤਿ ਹਰਿ ਗਣ ਗਾਇ ॥ ਗਿਆਨ ਰਤਨ ਬਲਿਆ ਘਟਿ ਚਾਨਣ ਅਗਿਆਨ ਅੰਧੇਰਾ ਜਾਇ ॥੧॥ <br><br />
Aasaa, Fourth Mehl: Join the Sat Sangat, the Lord's True Congregation; joining the Company of the Holy, sing the Glorious Praises of the Lord. With the sparkling jewel of spiritual wisdom, the heart is illumined, and ignorance is dispelled. ||1|| <br><br><br />
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ਹਰਿ ਜਨ ਨਾਚਹ ਹਰਿ ਹਰਿ ਧਿਆਇ ॥ ਝਸੇ ਸੰਤ ਮਿਲਹਿ ਮੇਰੇ ਭਾਈ ਹਮ ਜਨ ਕੇ ਧੋਵਹ ਪਾਇ ॥੧॥ ਰਹਾਉ ॥ <br><br />
O humble servant of the Lord, let your dancing be meditation on the Lord, Har, Har. If only I cold meet such Saints, O my Siblings of Destiny; I would wash the feet of such servants. ||1||Pause|| <br><br><br />
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ਹਰਿ ਹਰਿ ਨਾਮ ਜਪਹ ਮਨ ਮੇਰੇ ਅਨਦਿਨ ਹਰਿ ਲਿਵ ਲਾਇ ॥ ਜੋ ਇਛਹ ਸੋਈ ਫਲ ਪਾਵਹ ਫਿਰਿ ਭੂਖ ਨ ਲਾਗੈ ਆਇ ॥੨॥ <br><br />
Meditate on the Naam, the Name of the Lord, O my mind; night and day, center your consciousness on the Lord. You shall have the fruits of your desires, and you shall never feel hunger again. ||2|| <br><br />
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ਆਪੇ ਹਰਿ ਅਪਰੰਪਰ ਕਰਤਾ ਹਰਿ ਆਪੇ ਬੋਲਿ ਬਲਾਇ ॥ ਸੇਈ ਸੰਤ ਭਲੇ ਤਧ ਭਾਵਹਿ ਜਿਨਹਹ ਕੀ ਪਤਿ ਪਾਵਹਿ ਥਾਇ ॥੩॥ <br><br />
The Infinite Lord Himself is the Creator; the Lord Himself speaks, and causes us to speak. The Saints are good, who are pleasing to Your Will; their honor is approved by You. ||3|| <br><br><br />
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ਨਾਨਕ ਆਖਿ ਨ ਰਾਜੈ ਹਰਿ ਗਣ ਜਿਉ ਆਖੈ ਤਿਉ ਸਖ ਪਾਇ ॥ ਭਗਤਿ ਭੰਡਾਰ ਦੀਝ ਹਰਿ ਅਪਨੇ ਗਣ ਗਾਹਕ ਵਣਜਿ ਲੈ ਜਾਇ ॥੪॥੧੧॥੬੩॥ <br><br />
Nanak is not satisfied by chanting the Lord's Glorious Praises; the more he chants them, the more he is at peace. The Lord Himself has bestowed the treasure of devotional love; His customers purchase virtues, and carry them home. ||4||11||63|| <br><br><br />
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==Meeting with Sri Chand==<br />
When the aged son of Guru Nanak Dev ji, Baba Sri Chand, who had chosen to become an ascetic (Baba Sri Chand was the founder the '[[Udasi]]s' sect), came to visit Guru Ram Das ji he asked him why he kept such a long beard? Guru Ram Das ji replied; "To wipe the dust off the feet of holy men like yourself" and then he proceeded to perform this supreme act of humility. Seeing this Sri Chand held his hand and embraced Guru Ram Das ji saying; "It's enough. This is the kind of character by which you have deprived me of my ancestral heritage. Now, what more is left with me that I could offer you for your piety and goodness of heart?" (Outraged that his father Guru Nanak had chosen to pass the Guruship to [[Guru Angad]] Sri Chand had attempted to install himself as the second Guru of the Sikhs and had hoped to alter the direction of Sikhi that Guru Nanak had chartered.)<br />
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==Prithi Chand's deception==<br />
Guru Ram Das's first cousin [[Sahari Mal]] came to invite the Guru to visit Lahore in connection with the marriage of his son. The Guru being much too busy with his work promised to send one of his sons instead. Guru Ram Das ji asked his eldest son [[Prithi Chand]] to attend on his behalf, but he refused. Prithi Chand found a reason to avoid the trip, perhaps, he feared that his father would, in his absence, install his youngest brother, Arjan Dev as the next Guru. Prithi was sure that Arjan was the favorite son of his father. Next the Guru asked his next eldest son Mahadev to attend the wedding, but Mahadev was a recluse and excused himself on the ground that he was not interested in the affairs of the world. The Guru therefore asked his youngest son [[Arjan Dev]] to attend, which he agreed to do with such grace and humility, that [[Guru Ram Das]] ji was very pleased.<br />
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==Guru Arjun Dev Letters==<br />
[[Arjan Dev]] proceeded to Lahore where, his father had asked him to remain until called for and to take charge of the needs and education of the [[Sikh]]s in Lahore, his father's ancestral home. Two years later, feeling intensely homesick, [[Arjan Dev]] composed a poem of love and devotion and sent it to [[Guru Ram Das]] ji. This poem along with another one, sent a few month's later were intercepted by his elder brother Prithi Chand who made sure his father never received them. Finally Arjan wrote a third poem marking it with the number 3 and gave strict instructions to the messenger to give it to the Guru personally.<br />
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:'''''My mind longs for the Blessed Vision of the Guru's Darshan.'''''<br />
:'''''It cries out like the thirsty song-bird.'''''<br />
:'''''My thirst is not quenched, and I can find no peace, without the''''' <br />
:'''''Blessed Vision of the Beloved Saint.''''' ||1||<br />
:'''''I am a sacrifice, my soul is a sacrifice,''''' <br />
:'''''To the Blessed Vision of the Beloved Saint Guru.''<br />
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Receiving this poem, Guru Ram Das ji seeing the number 3 sensed that there must have been two earlier letters. Aware of the jealousy of his eldest son he confronted Prithi Chand, asking him if he knew anything about previous letters. At first, Prithi Chand denied everything, but seeing the insistence of the Guru and the consequences of his refusal to obey him, he finally confessed his treachery and produced the two earlier letters. (Another story often told has the Guru sending someone to Prithi Chand's quarters who finds the letters in Prithi's clothing.) When Guru Ram Das ji read them, he was moved to tears by the humility and sincerity of his son Arjan's compositions.<br />
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==Gaddi to Guru Arjun Dev & Death==<br />
Guru Ram Das ji immediately sent for [[Baba Buddha]] to journey to Lahore and to bring back his son Arjan Dev with full honours. On his return the Guru declared him his successor. [[Prithi Chand]]'s deception had resulted in bringing about his fears, he never accepted his father's choice and continued to misbehave and abuse Guru Arjan Dev ji. Eventually Guru Ram Das ji had to publicly condemn his son Prithi Chand for his actions. <br />
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Shortly thereafter Guru Ram Das left his physical form on [[September 16]], [[1581]].<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_ram_das_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Ram Das Ji] Sri Guru Ram Das Ji is forth of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
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==See also==<br />
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* [[Guru Amar Das]]<br />
* [[Guru Arjun Dev]]<br />
* [[Creation of Shabad Hazaray]]<br />
* [[Choona Mandi]]<br />
* [[Bhai Soma Shah]]<br />
* [[Bibi Bhani]]<br />
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==References==<br />
* [http://www.SikhSangat.com Sikhsangat.com]<br />
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Guru Amar Daas was blessed with the treasure of the Naam, by the Creator Lord, in His Pleasure. ||6||</center><br />
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{{infobox Guru<br />
|Image name = Guru Amar Das.jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Amar Das Ji<br><br>(1552 to 1574)<br />
|Name = Amar Das Ji<br />
|Birth = [[Sunday]] [[23 May]] [[1479]] at Basarkay, Amritsar<br />
|Parents = [[Tej Bhan]] & [[Mata Bakht]]<br />
|brosis = [[Ishar Das]], [[Khem Rai]] and [[Manak Chand]]<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Mansa Devi]] <br />
|Children = Sons - [[Bhai Mohan]] and [[Bhai Mohri]], Daughters - [[Bibi Dani Ji]] and [[Bibi Bhani Ji]]<br />
|Guruship = [[Saturday]] [[16 April]] [[1552]] at age of 73<br />
|Died = [[Thursday]] [[16 September]] [[1574]]<br />
|Other Info = 907 hymns, [[Anand Sahib]]<br />
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'''Guru Amar Das''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਅਮਰ ਦਾਸ) ([[Sunday]] [[23 May]] [[1479]] - [[Thursday]] [[16 September]] [[1574]]) was the third of [[the Ten Gurus of Sikhism]] and became Guru on [[Saturday]], [[16 April]] [[1552]] at the age of 73 following in the footsteps of [[Guru Angad|Sri Guru Angad Dev Sahib ji]], who left for his heavenly abode on [[29 March]] [[1552]] aged 48. Guru Amar Das ji was born in 1479, 10 year after [[Guru Nanak]] the First [[Sikh Guru]] and founder of the [[Sikh]] faith. <br />
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Guru Ji was the eldest son of [[Sri Tej Bhan]] Ji a farmer and trader and [[Mata Lachmi]] Ji, his devoted mother. He was a shopkeeper and lived in a village called [[Basarke]] which is near [[Amritsar]]. The third [[Sikh Guru]] was married to [[Mata Mansa Devi]] and they had four children - Two sons named [[Bhai Mohan]] and [[Bhai Mohri]] and two daughters named [[Bibi Dani|Bibi Dani Ji]] and younger daughter named [[Bibi Bhani|Bibi Bhani Ji]]. Bibi Bhani later married [[Bhai Jetha]] who became the fourth Sikh Guru, [[Guru Ram Das]]. See article [[Platforms of Jetha]]. <br />
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* '''[http://g.co/maps/3mh5v Map of the birth place of Guru Amar Das]'''<br />
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==Contributions==<br />
The Third Sikh Guru contributed the following to the people of the world:<br />
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* All visitors to [[Gurdwara]]s were to first take [[Langar]] (Free Blessed Food) together before seeing the Guru. "First Pangat then Sangat"<br />
* Further abolished the Caste System.<br />
* Guru lifted the status of women and gave them equality with men. He strictly prohibited the practice of [[Sati]] (the dying of the wife on her husband's funeral pyre), "Parrda" (veil to cover the face), etc. <br />
* Established an Administration system for management of the increasing size of the Sikh congregations, called [[Manji]]s<br />
* Gift of the prayer called [[Anand Sahib]], which is one of the [[Five Banis]] recited daily by devout Sikhs.<br />
* Established the city of [[Goindval]] on the banks of river Bias in 1552 A.D.<br />
* The Guru contributed a total of 907 hymns to the [[Sri Guru Granth Sahib]].<br />
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Before Guru Ji died at the age of 95, he nominated [[Guru Ram Das]] (Bhai Jetha) as the fourth Guru of the Sikhs.<br />
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<center><big>ਗਰ ਅਮਰਦਾਸ ਤਾਰਣ ਤਰਣ ਜਨਮ ਜਨਮ ਪਾ ਸਰਣਿ ਤਅ ॥੨॥੧੬॥</big><br><br />
Guru Amar Daas is our Saving Grace, who carries us across; in lifetime after lifetime, I seek the Sanctuary of Your Feet. ||2||16||</center><br />
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== Early Life ==<br />
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'''How did Guru ji become a Sikh?'''<br />
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It is recorded that before becoming a Sikh, Bhai Amardas Ji as he was known at the time, was a very religious {{Wiki|Vaishanavite}} [[Hindu]] who spent most of his life performing all of the ritual pilgrimages and fasts of a devout Hindu. One day, Bhai Amardas Sahib Ji heard some hymns of [[Guru Nanak|Sri Guru Nanak Dev]] being sung by [[Bibi Amro|Bibi Amro Ji]] Ji, the daughter of [[Guru Angad|Sri Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji Maharaj]], the second [[Sikh Guru|Sikh Guru Sahib]]. Bibi Amro Ji was married to Bhai Sahib's brother, Bhai Manak Chand Ji' s son who was called Bhai Jasso Ji. <br />
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[[Image:GuruAmardas Gagar.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Bhai Amar Das Sahib Ji fetching water for [[Guru Angad|Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji]]]]<br />
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[[Bibi Amro Ji]] lived together with Bhai Sahib's brother. It so happened that Bhai Sahib was at his brother's nearby house when he heard the wonderful recitation of [[Gurbani]] by his niece-in-law. Bhai Sahib was so impressed and moved by these [[Shabad]]s that he immediately decided to go to see [[Guru Angad|Sri Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji]] at [[Khadur Sahib]]. It is recorded that this event took place when Bhai Sahib was 61 years old.<br />
[[File:Guruamardas.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Guru Amar Das, an illustration from Max Arthur Macauliffe's book, ''The Sikh Religion'']]<br />
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Bhai Sahib also had a younger brother called [[Bhai Ishar Das]] whose son [[Bhai Gurdas Ji]], was a superb poet and scholar of comparative religions who would later become the scribe that was chosen by [[Guru Angad Dev]] to pen the first edition of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. <br />
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In 1635, upon meeting [[Guru Angad|Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji]], Bhai Sahib was so touched by the Guru's message that he became a devout Sikh. Soon he became involved in [[Sewa]] (Service) to the Guru and the Community. Under the impact of the Sri Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji and the teachings of the Gurus, Bhai Amardas Ji became a devout Sikh. He adopted Guru Ji as his spiritual guide (Guru). Bhai Sahib Ji began to live at Khadur Sahib. He used to rise early in the morning, bring water from the Beas River for Guru ji's bath, he would wash the Guru ji's clothes and fetch wood from the Jungle for '[[Guru ka Langar]]'. He was so dedicated to [[Sewa]] and the Guru and had completely extinguished pride and was totally lost in this commitment that he was considered an old man who had no interest in life, he was dubbed Amru, and generally forsaken. <br />
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However, as a result of Bhai Sahib's commitment to Sikhi principles, dedicated service and devotion to the Sikh cause, Sri Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji appointed Sri Guru Amar Das Sahib Ji as third Sri Guru Nanak Sahib in March 1552 at the age of 73. He established his headquarters at the newly built town of Goindwal Sahib, which Sri Guru Angad Dev Sahib Ji had established.<br />
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== Guruship ==<br />
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<center><big>ਗਰ ਅਮਰਦਾਸ ਜਿਨਹਹ ਸੇਵਿਅਉ ਤਿਨਹਹ ਦਖ ਦਰਿਦਰ ਪਰਹਰਿ ਪਰੈ ॥੩॥੧੭॥</big><br><br />
Those who serve Guru Amar Daas - their pains and poverty are taken away, far away. ||3||17||</center><br />
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Soon large numbers of Sikhs started flocking to Goindwal to see the new Guru. Meanwhile, going against his father's wishes, Datu one of [[Guru Angad]]'s sons proclaimed himself as Guru at Khadur following his father's death. He was so jealous of [[Guru Amar Das]] that he, with a small group of his supporters, proceeded to [[Goindwal]] to confront the Guru. Upon seeing Guru Amar Das seated on a throne surrounded by his followers he said, "You were a mere menial servant of the house until yesterday; how dare you style yourself as the Master?". At that point, Datu kicked the aged Guru Amardas ji so hard that he fell to the floor. Taking the seat of the Master he then proclaimed himself Guru to the assembly of Sikhs. The Sangat must have been shocked as this not only flew against Guru Angad's wishes, but against centuries of respect that the people of India and the Punjab had for their elders, to kick the revered Guru was indeed - shocking. <br />
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Guru Amar Das, however, in utter humility, righted himself and caressed Datu's foot saying, "I am old and my bones have grown very hard, I fear they have hurt your tender foot. " After this Guru Amar Das left [[Goindwal]] that evening and returned to his native village of [[Basarke]].<br />
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[[Image:Amardas becomes Guru.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Bhai Amar Das becomes the third Sikh Guru]]<br />
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At [[Basarke]], Guru Amar Das shut himself in a small house for solitary meditation. He had told no one where he was headed, but just in case someone tracked him down he attached a notice on the front door saying, "He who opens this door is no Sikh of mine, nor am I his Guru." A delegation of faithful Sikhs led by [[Baba Buddha]] found the house and seeing the notice on the front door, finally chose to 'go between the Guru's words', cutting a hole through a wall to reach their beloved Guru. Then Baba Buddha said to the Guru, "Guru Sahib, being a supreme yogi, we know you care for nothing in the world - neither fame, nor riches nor a following, but we cannot live without your guidance. Guru Angad has tied us to your apron, where should we go now if you do not show us the way?" <br />
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At the tearful emtreaty of the Sikhs, Guru Amar Das, overwhelmed by their devotion, returned to Goindwal where Datu, who had been unable to gather any followers of his own, had returned to Khadur.<br />
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==Administration==<br />
===Manji System===<br />
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At Goindwal, Guru Amar Das propagated the Sikh faith in a logical and planned manner. He himself visited and sent Sikh missionaries to different parts of [[India]] to spread Sikhism. He divided the Sikh [[Sangat]] area into 22 branches called [[Manjis]] and appointed a local devout Sikh preacher at each place. The preacher sat on a Manji (a cot) while the congregation all sat around the Manji or cot. Here are the initial 16 names of the people he appointed to preach Sikhism.<br />
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'''In the area of Majha (Amritsar, Lahore, Sialkote)'''<br />
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*1. Manak Chand Jhinwar (Water Carrier) at Variowal in Amritsar.<br />
*2. Sada ram, a Blacksmith near Amritsar.<br />
*3. Hindal at Jandiala near Amritsar.<br />
*4. Gangu Shah banker at Lahore.<br />
*5. Mutho-Murari, a devoted couple, at Chunian in Lahore Dist.<br />
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'''In Jalandhar Doab'''<br />
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*6. Paro Julka at Jalandar.<br />
*7. Mahesh Dhir at Sultanpur Lodi.<br />
*8. Rang Shah at Moluphota.<br />
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'''In Kangra Hills'''<br />
[[Image:GuruAmardas Handal.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Langar Sewadar, Bhai Handal bows to Guru Amar Das]]<br />
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*9. Sawan mal, Nephew of Guru Amar Das, at Haripur Guler.<br />
*10. Name not given, at Dharamsala.<br />
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'''Kashmir Hills'''<br />
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*11. Phirya at Mirpur.<br />
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'''Malwa (Area of Patiala, Ludhiana, Bhatinda)'''<br />
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*12. Kheira at Firozpur.<br />
*13. Mai Das Bairagi in charge of Ludhiana dist.<br />
*14. Mai Bhago at village Wayun, tehsil Kharar, dist. Rupar.<br />
*15. Mai Sewan at Village Gardnoh in Patiala District.<br />
*16. Sachna Shah in charge of Ambala distt.<br />
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*17. Lalu in chage of some area in Sind.<br />
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===Piri System===<br />
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==Sending Bhai Gurdas to Agra==<br />
Guru Amar Das was impressed with Bhai Gurdas' thorough knowledge of Hindi and Sanskrit and the Hindu scriptures. Following the tradition of sending out Masands across the country, Guru Amar Das deputed Bhai Gurdas to Agra to spread the gospel of Sikhism. Before leaving, Guru Amar Das prescribed the following routine for Sikhs:<br />
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"He who calls himself a Sikh of the True Guru, He must get up in the morning and say his prayers. He must rise in the early hours and bathe in the holy tank. He must meditate on God as advised by the Guru. And rid himself of the afflictions of sins and evil. As the day dawns, he should recite scriptures, and repeat God's name in every activity. He to whom the Guru takes kindly is shown the path. Nanak! I seek the dust of the feet of the Guru's Sikh who himself remembers God and makes others remember Him." (Gauri)<br />
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[[Image:GuruAmardas Akbar.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Emperor Akbar visit Guru Amar Das]]<br />
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==Visit of Akbar==<br />
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Guru Ji strengthened the tradition of '[[Guru ka Langar]]' and made it compulsory for the visitor to the Guru saying that 'Pehle Pangat Phir Sangat' (first visit the Langar then go to the Guru). Once the emperor Akbar came to see Guru Sahib and he had to eat the coarse rice in the Langar before he could have an interview with Guru Sahib. He was too much impressed with this system that he expressed his desire to grant some royal property for 'Guru ka Langar', but Guru Sahib declined it with respect. Guru Amardas Sahib persuaded Akbar to waive off toll-tax (pilgrim's tax) for non-Muslims while crossing Yamuna and Ganga, Akbar did so. Guru Amardas Sahib maintained cordial relations with emperor Akbar.<br />
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==Preachings==<br />
===Social Changes===<br />
He preached against Sati and advocated the re-marrying of widows. He asked the women to discard 'Purdah' (veil). He introduced new birth, marriage and death ceremonies. Thus he raised the status of women and protected the rights of female infant who were killed without question as they were deemed to have no status. These teachings met stiff resistance from the Orthodox Hindus and Muslim fundamentalists. He fixed three Gurpurbs for Sikh celebrations: Dewali, Vaisakhi and Maghi. Visiting of Hindu pilgrimage centres and paying tributes to the Muslim places were prohibited.<br />
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[[Image:GuruAmardas Preaching.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Guru Amra Das preaching equality for Women]]<br />
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When the Raja of Haripur came to see the Guru. Guru Amar Das insisted that he first partake a common meal from the community kitchen, called langar, irrespective of his caste. The Raja obliged and had an audience with the Guru. But one of his queens refused to lift the veil from her face, so Guru Amar Das refused to meet her. Guru Amar Das not only preached the equality of people irrespective of their caste but he also tried to foster the idea of women's equality. He tried to liberate women from the practices of purdah (wearing a veil) as well as preaching strongly against the practice of sati (Hindu wife burning on her husband's funeral pyre). Guru Amar Das also disapproved of a widow remaining unmarried for the rest of her life.<br />
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Guru Amardas Sahib constructed Baoli at Goindwal Sahib having eighty-four steps and made it a Sikh pilgrimage centre for the first time in the history of Sikhism. He reproduced more copies of the hymns of Guru Nanak Sahib and Guru Angad Sahib. He also composed 869 (according to some chronicles these were 709) verses (stanzas) including Anand Sahib, and then later on [[Guru Arjan]] (fifth Guru) made all the Shabads part of [[Guru Granth Sahib]]. <br />
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[[Image:GuruAmardas BaoliSahib.jpg|thumb|200px|left|Baoli Sahib contructed by Guru Amar Das]]<br />
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Once during several days of rain while Guru Amar Das was riding by a wall which he saw was on the verge of falling he galloped his horse past the wall. The Sikhs questioned him saying; "O Master, you have instructed us, 'fear not death, for it comes to all' and 'the Guru and the God-man are beyond the pale of birth and death', why did you then gallop past the collapsing wall?" Guru Amar Das replied; "Our body is the embodiment of God's light. It is through the human body that one can explore one's limitless spiritual possibilities. Demi-gods envy the human form. One should not, therefore, play with it recklessly. One must submit to the Will of God, when one's time is over, but not crave death, nor invite it without a sufficient and noble cause. It is self surrender for the good of man that one should seek, not physical annihilation."<br />
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==Meeting Bhai Jetha==<br />
When it came time for the Guru to marry his younger daughter [[Bibi Bhani]], he selected a pious and diligent young follower of his called Jetha from Lahore. Jetha had come to visit the Guru with a party of pilgrims from Lahore and had become so enchanted by the Guru's teachings that he had decided to settle in Goindwal. Here he earned a living selling wheat and would regularly attend the services of Guru Amar Das in his spare time.<br />
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Guru Amar Das Sahib did not consider anyone of his sons fit for Guruship and chose instead his son-in law (Guru) Ram Das to succeed him. Certainly it was practically a right step not as emotional, because Bibi Bhani and (Guru) Ram Das had true sprit of service and their keen understanding of the Sikh principles deserved this. This practice shows that Guruship could be transferred to any body fit for the Sikh cause and not to the particular person who belonged to the same family or of other. Guru Amar Das Sahib at the ripe age of 95 passed away for heaven on Bhadon Sudi 14th, (1st Assu) Samvat 1631, (September 1, 1574) at Goindwal Sahib near District Amritsar, after giving responsibility of Guruship to the Fourth Nanak, [[Guru Ramdas]].<br />
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==See Also==<br />
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* [[Guru Amar Das and King Akbar]]<br />
* [[Bibi Bhani]]<br />
* [[Baoli Sahib]]<br />
* [[Goindwal]]<br />
* [[Bibi Amro]]<br />
* [[Bibi Matho Murari]]<br />
* [[Bhai Mohan]]<br />
* [[Bhai Mohri]]<br />
* [[Bibi Dani]]<br />
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|Subject Name = Guru Angad Dev<br><br>(1539 to 1552)<br />
|Name = Bhai Lehna<br />
|Birth = [[Thursday]] [[March 31]] [[1504]], [[Harike]], [[Amritsar]], Punjab, India<br />
|Parents = [[Bhai Pheru Mall]] & [[Mata Daya Kaur|Mata Sabhrai]]<br />
|brosis = -N.A-<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Khivi]] <br />
|Children = Sons - [[Baba Dasu]] Ji & [[Baba Dattu]] Ji, Daughters - [[Bibi Amro]] Ji & [[Bibi Anokhi]] Ji<br />
|Guruship = [[Thursday]] [[September 18]] [[1539]] From age 35 for 13 years: 1539 to 1552|place = [[Kartarpur Pakistan]]<br />
|Died = [[Saturday]] [[April 16]] [[1552]]<br />
|Bani in GGS = Total of 63 [[Shabad]]s and [[Salok]]s<br />
|Other Info = See also - [[Guru Angad's Bani]]<br />
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'''Guru Angad Dev ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਅੰਗਦ ਦੇਵ) ([[Thursday]] [[March 31]] [[1504]] - [[Saturday]] [[April 16]] [[1552]]) was the second of [[The Ten Gurus of Sikhism]]. Guru ji became Guru on [[Thursday]], [[September 18]] [[1539]] following in the footsteps of [[Guru Nanak Dev]] ji, who was the founder of the [[Sikh]] religion.<br />
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Before Guru Angad Dev Ji [[left for his heavenly abode]], he nominated [[Guru Amar Das]] as the third Guru of the Sikhs.<br />
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The second Sikh Guru contributed the following to the people of the world:<br />
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* To do [[Nishkam]] [[Sewa]] ''Selfless Service'' to humanity.<br />
* Completely surrender to the Will of God.<br />
* Disapproval of exhibitionism and hypocrisy.<br />
* Formalised the present form of the [[Gurmukhi]] script<br />
* Born: March 31, 1504<br />
* Place of Birth: [[Harike]], [[Amritsar]], Punjab, India<br />
* Life Span: 1504 to 1552 - 48 years<br />
* Parents Father: [[Bhai Pheru Mall]] Ji and Mother: [[Mata Daya Kaur|Mata Sabhrai]] Ji (also known Daya Kaur, etc)<br />
* Wife: [[Mata Khivi]] Ji<br />
* Sons: [[Baba Dasu]] Ji and [[Baba Dattu]] Ji and Daughters: [[Bibi Amro]] Ji and [[Bibi Anokhi]] Ji<br />
* Guruship: From age 35 for 13 years: 1539 to 1552<br />
* Gurbani: Total of 63 [[Shabad]]s and [[Salok]]s<br />
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==Invention of Gurmukhi==<br />
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Guru Angad invented the present form of the [[Gurmukhi]] script. It became the medium of writing the [[Punjabi]] language in which the hymns of the Gurus are expressed. This step had a far-reaching purpose and impact. Firstly, it gave the common people a language that is simple to learn and write. Secondly, it helped the community to dissociate itself from the very reserved and complex nature of the Sanskrit religious tradition so that the growth and development of the Sikhs could take place unhampered and unprejudiced by the backlog of the earlier religious and social philosophies and practices. <br />
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Earlier, the Punjabi language was written in the Landa or Mahajani script This had no vowel sounds, which had to be imagined or construed by the reader in order to decipher the writing. Therefore, there was the need of a script which could faithfully reproduce the hymns of the Gurus so that the true meaning and message of the Gurus could not be misconstrued and misinterpreted by each reader to suit his own purpose and prejudices. The devising of the [[Gurmukhi]] script was an essential step in order to maintain the purity of the doctrine and exclude all possibility of misunderstanding and misconstruction by any person.<br />
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==Further establishment of Langar==<br />
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The institution of [[Langar]] was maintained and developed. The Guru's wife, [[Mata Khivi]] personally worked in the kitchen. She also served food to the members of the community and the visitors. Her devotion to this institution finds mention in Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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The Guru earned his own living by twisting coarse grass into strings used for cots. All offerings went to the common community fund. This demonstrates that it is necessary and honourable to do even the meanest productive work. It also emphasises that parasitical living is not in consonance with the mystic and moral path. In line with Guru Nanak's teaching, the Guru also declared that there was no place for passive recluses in the community.<br />
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==Details==<br />
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[[Image:LenhabecomesGuru.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Guru Nanak bestows Guruship on to Bhai Lehna]]<br />
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[[Guru Angad]], (Bhai Lehna ji) was born in the village named [[Harike]] in [[Ferozepur]] district in [[Punjab]], on Vaisakh Vadi 1st , (5th Vaisakh) Samvat 1561, (March 31, 1504). He was the son of a sucessful trader named [[Bhai Pheru Mall]] usually referred to as Bhai Pheru. His mother 's name was [[Mata Ramo]] ji (also known as Mata Sabhirai, Mansa Devi, Daya kaur). Baba Narayan Das Trehan was his grand father, whose ancestral house was at Matte-di-Sarai near Mukatsar. Pheru ji moved back to this place.<br />
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Under the influence of his mother, [[Mata Ramo]], Bhai Lehna ji began to worship Durga (A Hindu mythological Goddess). He used to lead a batch of worshippers to [[Jawalamukhi Temple]] every year. He was married to [[Mata Khivi]] ji in Jaunary 1520 and had two sons ([[Bhai Dasu]] and [[Bhai Datu]]) and two daughters ([[Bibi Amro]] and [[Bibi Anokhi]]). The whole family of Bhai Pheru had to leave their ancestral village because of the ransacking by the [[Mughal]] and Baloch militia who had come with [[Babur]]. After this the family settelled at village [[Khadur Sahib]] beside the [[Beas river]], near [[Tarn Taran Sahib]] (A small town about 25 km. away from [[Amritsar City]]).<br />
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Once Bhai Lehna ji heard the recitation of a hymn of [[Guru Nanak Sahib]] from [[Bhai Jodha]] (a sikh of Guru Nanak Sahib) and was thrilled and decided to proceed through [[Kartarpur]] to have a glimpse of [[Guru Nanak Sahib]] at the time of yearly pilgrimage to Jwalamukhi Temple. His very first meeting with [[Guru Nanak Sahib]] completely transformed him. He renounced the worship of Hindu Goddess, dedicated himself to the service of the [[Sikh Guru]], Guru Nanak became his [[Sikh]] and began to live at [[Kartarpur]]. His devotion to Guru Nanak and his holy mission was so great that he was installed as the Second Nanak in September 7, 1539 by Guru Nanak himself. Earlier Guru Nanak tested him in various ways and found an embodiment of obedience and service in him. Guru Nanak gave him a new name "Angad" (Guru Angad Sahib). He spent six or seven years in the service of Guru Nanak Sahib at Kartarpur.<br />
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After the death of Guru Nanak Sahib on September 22, 1539, Guru Angad Sahib left [[Kartarpur]] for [[Khadur Sahib]] Village (near [[Goindwal Sahib]]). He carried forward the thought of Guru Nanak Sahib both in letter and spirit. Yogis and Saints of different sects visited him and held detailed discussions about [[Sikhism]] and [[Dharam]] with him .<br />
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[[Image:Guruangad.jpg|200px|right|Guru Angad Dev Ji from Max Arthur Macaulifee 1900 The Sikh religion book]]<br />
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Guru Angad Sahib introduced a new alphabet known as [[Gurmukhi script]], modifying the old Punjabi script's characters. Very soon, it become the script of the masses. He took great interest in the education of the children by opening many schools for their education and thus increased the number of literates. For the youth he started the tradition of [[Mall Akhara]], where physical as well as spiritual exercises were held. He collected the facts about Guru Nanak Sahib's life from Bhai Bala ji and wrote the first biography of Guru Nanak Sahib. (Bhai Bale Wali Janamsakhi available now a days in not the same as the one that Guru Angad Sahib had compiled.) He also wrote 63 Saloks (stanzas), which were later included in [[Guru Granth Sahib]] by the fifth [[Sikh Guru]], [[Guru Arjan]]. He popularized and expanded the institution of '[[Guru ka Langar]]' that had been started by Guru Nanak.<br />
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Guru Angad visited all important places and centres established by Guru Nanak for preaching [[Sikhism]]. He also established hundreds of new "[[Dharamsala]]s" (Sikh religious Institutions) and thus strengthened the base of Sikhism. The period of his [[Guruship]] was the most crucial one. The Sikh community being in infancy, had to face many dangers. It was not difficult for [[Hinduism]] to swallow the newly born [[Sikhism]] in due course of time. Moreover Sri Chand's Udasis sect community and the activities of Jogies had not yet abated. At this hour of juncture he lived Guru Nanak Sahib's tenets in true spirit and there were manifest signs of establishing a distinct "way of life" away from [[Hinduism]]. Sikhism became to established its own separate religious identity.<br />
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[[Image:BhaiLehna.jpg|300px|left|Bhai Lehna with Sangat going on holy tours]]<br />
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Guru Angad, by following the example of Guru Nanak, nominated [[Guru Amar Das|Amar Das]] as his successor (The Third Nanak) before his death. He presented all the holy scripts including those he received from Guru Nanak, to [[Guru Amar Das]]. He breathed his last on March 29, 1552 at the age of forty-eight. It is said that he started to build a new town, at [[Goindwal]] near [[Khadur Sahib]] and [[Guru Amar Das]] was appointed to supervise its construction. It is also said that [[Mughal]] emperor, [[Humayun]], when defeated by Sher Shah Suri, came to obtain blessings of [[Guru Angad]] in regaining the throne of [[Delhi]]. <br />
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With compliments to www.sgpc.net for the above account.<br />
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==Guru Angad Dev Ji's Contributions==<br />
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This is the nature of ego, that people perform their actions in ego. This is the bondage of ego, that time and time again, makes people suffer”<br />
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'''''Eliminate your conceit and then perform service to humanity,<br>Only then you will be get honor''''' - Guru Angad Dev<br />
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On April 18, 2007, the Sikhs marked the 503rd Birth anniversary of Guru Angad Dev ji, the second Guru in Sikhism. The appointment of Guru Angad by Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, as his own successor was an event of far reaching significance in the evolution of Sikhism. The second Guru, who believed to have embodied the spirit of his great predecessor, consolidated the infant faith movement through his energy and his global vision. <br />
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On this auspicious occasion, let us remind ourselves of the simple and sublime teachings of Guru Angad, which are non-sectarian and universal in their application. Guru Angad is one of the world teachers whose message is of universal application and is valid for all time. It has particular relevance not only to us but to the whole of mankind at this critical period of human history, If only we pay heed to it, we can surely foster universal brotherhood based on mutual love, respect and understanding, and we can build and promote international peace.<br />
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===Gurmukhi Script and Education ===<br />
[[Image:GuruangadTeaching.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guru Angad Dev Ji Teaching Gurmukhi to children]]<br />
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Guru Angad Dev ji started the schools and also developed the [[Gurmukhi]] language in order to make education available to the downtrodden and the underprivileged of the society at that time. Guru Angad was a great teacher who personally taught Punjabi in Gurmukhi script to children. He provided education and means of communication to common folk who would no longer be dependent on the religious or political establishment to pursue their own economic, educational or spiritual goals. This was his way of empowering people to have higher goals in life. <br />
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An imperfect Punjabi alphabet existed at the time of Guru Nanak, but Guru Angad modified and polished it. Since the Guru Angad had adopted the modified alphabet, it was called 'Gurmukhi'- meaning that which is spoken through the mouth of the Guru. Gurumukhi became the medium of writing in which the hymns of the Gurus were expressed and it also suited to the language of the people. Although the origins of the Punjabi Alphabets are unclear, it is clear that Guru Angad popularized the use of this simplified [[Gurumukhi]] script among the Sikhs starting around [[1541]]. <br />
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The invention of Gurumukhi helped the early Sikh community to dissociate itself from the Sanskrit religious tradition. Sanskrit language was used by the Brahmins, the upper castes and it was the language of the Vedas, the Hindu religious texts. People of lower castes and untouchables were barred from reading any spiritual literature. This maintained the status of the superiority of the upper castes. Gurmukhi enabled the Sikhs to grow and develop their own unprejudiced spiritual literature. Creating this new script was significant for many reasons. It gave the people who spoke this language an identity of their own, enabling them to express their thought without any restrictions. The guru also saw the need of a script which could faithfully reproduce the hymns of the Gurus keeping its purity and which would also prevent misinterpretation or misconstruction by any reader to suit his own purpose and prejudices. <br />
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This step by [[Guru Angad Dev]] helped secure the unhindered development and growth of Sikhism. Guru Angad also initiated the writing of the first authorized biography of [[Guru Nanak]] completed in [[1544]], as well as having a number of copies of Guru Nanak's hymns written out in the new [[Gurmukhi]] script.<br />
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===Physical Fitness===<br />
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Guru Angad took a keen interest in physical fitness, and encouraged his devotees to be involved in sports after their morning prayers. Guru Angad Dev ji inspired people to lead healthy lives. According to Guru ji, if you are physically fit only than you can pursue higher goals in life, because a sound mind can exist only in a sound body. He provided opportunities to underprivileged sections of the society to maintain good health. He encouraged all people to be involved in wrestling bouts or Mal Akharas to compete in physical competitions. This was again his way of doing away with social taboos of people of lower caste not having physical contact with higher castes. These steps initiated by him laid the foundation for a spiritually, educated and enlightened, healthy Sikh community, without distinctions of caste and creed. <br />
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===Women’s role===<br />
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The position of woman at the time was deplorable. She was looked down upon because she was thought to be inferior to man and was regarded as merely a temptress. She was confined to her home and was not allowed to participate in any public work. Guru preached that man and women were equal before God. He welcomed women to the Sangat, offered them seats side by side and gave them religious rights that have so far been denied to her. <br />
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Guru Angad scarcely worked alone. His wife and partner, Mata Khivi, is a very important woman who contributed significantly to Sikhism. Mata Kheevi played a major role in enlarging the women participation in the leadership position in Guru’s court. Mata Khivi was instrumental in creating and maintaining the institution of langar, whereby all devotees of the Guru and all people in general, were invited to come and eat together. This practice started initially with Mata Khivi serving food to the members of the community and the visitors who would come to see Guru Angad and it came to symbolize the Guru’s teachings; emphasizing the humanity in every single person and abolishing any innate discriminations. She did her job in a skillful and selfless manner, characteristic of her, and evoked spontaneous respect among the people. Her role in that capacity was unique and revolutionary because women were usually not seen in the forefront of the society. She also made sure that the food being fed was nutritious and wholesome because many who came to see Guru were needy and destitute. Mata Kheevi would embrace them all and offer love and food. She was, to use the simile of the contemporary ministrel Balwand, like a shady tree to the Guru’s disciples and afforded them effectual shade. Her role and praise is recorded in the Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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To this day, after every service, visitors to a Sikh gurudwara witness a congregation who join and eat Langar together. Langar also emphasized that service to fellow man was an important tenet of the Sikh way of life, as it is customary for members of the congregation to serve one another. <br />
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===Guru Angad Dev ji’s Message:===<br />
[[Image:Angad1.jpg|thumb|300px|left|The first duty Guru Angad performed after his morning devotions and kirtan was to tend the sick and succour the needy]]<br />
====Equality====<br />
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Guru Angad stood for a casteless and classless society, in which no one was superior to the other and no one, through greed or selfishness, could be allowed to encroach upon the rights of others. In short, he visualized a society in which members lived like a family, helping and supporting one another. He not only preached equality but practiced it. To promote the acceptance of human equality, Guru established a community kitchen where all sat together in a row, regardless of caste or status, and ate the same food.<br />
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Guru Angad said, “He Himself creates, O Nanak; He establishes the various creatures. How can anyone be called bad?. There is One Lord and Master of all; He watches over all, and assigns all to their tasks. Some have less, and some have more; no one is allowed to leave empty.” – Guru Angad Dev<br />
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Furthermore, the guru stressed the importance of adopting a uniform way of praising God and the utility of a social organization based on equality. He established a holy congregation, or Sangat, where people of different beliefs and varying social status sat together to hear the Master’s singing of hymns and to be inspired to lead a noble life.<br />
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====Devotion and Love towards God====<br />
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Guru stressed the oneness of God. The purpose of life is to seek God, find him and be united to Him. He called upon the people to give up formal and superficial rituals and rally around the Creator, who alone was Omnipotent and Omnipresent. According to Guru Angad, no one has ever found acceptance or achieved self-realization without true devotion to God. <br />
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“ O Nanak, if someone judges himself, only then is he known as a real judge. If someone understands both the disease and the medicine, only then is he a wise physician. Do not involve yourself in idle business on the way; remember that you are only a guest here.”<br />
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Good deeds are important but winning God’s Grace is still more important. Pride, greed and ego are the greatest distractions to keep away humans from the Creator. A guru or a spiritual divine teacher is needed to guide the man on the true path. <br />
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“That virtuous person who does not walk in the way of greed, and who abides in Truth, is accepted and embraced by God”. <br />
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This is the nature of ego, that people perform their actions in ego. This is the bondage of ego, that time and time again, makes people suffer”<br />
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Guru Angad Dev also emphasized that one must control the greed and worldly attachment because they are impediments in the path of God. One must stay focused on the inner development.<br />
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“They know that they will have to depart, so why do they make such ostentatious displays? Those who do not know that they will have to depart, continue to arrange their affairs. He accumulates wealth during the night of his life, but in the morning, he must depart. O Nanak, it shall not go along with him, and so he regrets.”<br />
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“The mouth is not satisfied by speaking, and the ears are not satisfied by hearing. The eyes are not satisfied by seeing—each organ seeks out one sensory quality. The hunger of the hungry is not appeased; by mere words, hunger is not relieved. O Nanak, hunger is relieved only when one utters the Glorious Praises of the Praiseworthy Lord.”<br />
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====Fearlessness====<br />
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He was a constructive architect of a society which focused on the social and religious freedom and equality, promoting dignity of action without distinction of caste and status. He was born at a time when ritual, caste distinctions and superstition had reduced the people to a low level of existence. He gave them courage and uplifted them. <br />
He taught the people to lead a righteous life and show due reverence and respect to God instead of supplicating before men. By his own example he made the people fearless and put a new life and spirit in them. <br />
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“Those who have the Fear of God, have no other fears; those who do not have the Fear of God, are very afraid. O Nanak, this mystery is revealed at the Court of the Lord.”<br />
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The Guru also extolled the dignity of labor and decried the division of society on grounds of birth and founded a classless society based on the idea of equality and universal brotherhood. <br />
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He was particularly aware of the degradation which the lower classes of the people suffered through centuries at the hands of rulers and the so called high caste people. He aligned himself with the down-trodden and the less fortunate sections of the people and preferred to stay with the working class people. <br />
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====Company of the Holy====<br />
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Guru Angad confirms that “those who meditate on the Eternal Lord, who is fearless and is All Pervasive, are not only themselves emancipated, but they rescue many others form this net of illusion.”<br />
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====Sewa====<br />
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Guru Angad believed in the service and well-being of all mankind and not just of his own followers. He laid stress on character building rather than observance of rituals and formalities. The path which Guru Angad pointed out to his Sikhs for achieving enlightenment was through service and good actions and devotion and worship of one God. He asked his followers to win Divine grace by prayer, singing His praises, cultivating humility, a spirit of service and submitting at all time to His will. <br />
Paying a fine under pressure, does not bring either merit or goodness. That alone is a good deed, O Nanak, which is done by one’s own free will. Sewa has to be done selflessly.<br />
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Eliminate your conceit and then perform service to humanity,<br />
Only then you will be get honor - Guru Angad Dev<br />
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====Divinity Within====<br />
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He stressed the importance of the physical body as an instrument of spiritual development. He told his followers that there was a spark of divinity in every human being. The body is the temple of God as it houses the soul. God’s presence can be felt by deeper contemplation and reflection within. <br />
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“Twenty-four hours a day one looks for contentment in eight different directions but one must also explore the ninth place, which is to their own body and contemplate within. Within the body are the nine treasures of the Name of the Lord—seek the depths of these virtues. Those blessed with the karma of good actions praise the Lord and become true devotees” – Guru Angad Dev<br />
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“Those who are blessed with the glorious greatness of Your Name — their minds are imbued with Your Love. O Nanak, there is only One Ambrosial Nectar; there is no other nectar at all. O Nanak, the Ambrosial Nectar is obtained within the mind, by Guru’s Grace.”<br />
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====Life of Action====<br />
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He held firmly that physical austerity was not necessary and that spiritual development was not dependent on ritual and external wanderings. <br />
“austerity and everything come through immersing oneself in the meditation of the Lord’s Name. All other actions are useless. O Nanak, believe in the One who is worth believing in. By Guru’s Grace, he is realized.”<br />
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Guru Angad was at once a spiritual teacher and a man of action. To Guru Angad, religion was not only a spiritual experience but a way of life. Every action must have an impact of spirituality, humility and love. This can be achieved if one is always conscious of the presence of God. Guru Angad insisted that there should be harmony between thought and action and purity in life. <br />
“Doing some thing unwillingly or doing under pressure from someone, does not bring either merit or goodness. That alone is a good deed, O Nanak, which is done by one’s own free will.”<br />
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“Mortals are known by their actions; this is the way it has to be. They should show goodness, and not be deformed by their actions; this is how they are called beautiful. Whatever they desire, they shall receive; O Nanak, they become the very image of God.” -Guru Angad Dev<br />
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“O Nanak, the worldly achievements and glory is worthy of being burnt in the fire if it causes one to forget God. Usually these worldly things has caused mortals to forget the the Name of the Lord. Not even one of them will go along with you in the end.” - Guru Angad Dev<br />
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==Gurdwara connected with Guru Angad==<br />
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These following are famous historical [[Gurdwara]]s connected with Guru Angad Dev Ji:<br />
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*1. Gurudwara Mai Bhrayi: Mai Bhrayi was Guru Ji's paternal aunt. When the Guru moved to [[Kartarpur]] from [[Khadur Sahib]] on Guru Nanak's behest, this is where he stayed and worshipped in solitude.<br />
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*2. Gurudwara Darbar Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji, Khandi Sahib: Guru Ji would gather his followers here and disseminate his teachings.<br />
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*3. Gurudwara Tapiana Sahib: After the religious gatherings, Guru Ji used to chant and worship here.<br />
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*4. Gurudwara Mal Akhara: This was the arena for exercising. <br />
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*5. Gurudwara Matte di Serai: This is Guru Angad Dev Ji's place of birth.<br />
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*6. Gurdwara Khadur Sahib, Dist. [[Amritsar]]<br />
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==Also See==<br />
* [[Guru Angad's Bani]]<br />
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==External Links ==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_angad_dev_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji] Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji is second of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/guru-nanak/nanak-bhagti.htm Guru Angad Dev Ji - Nanak Bhagti]<br />
* [http://guruangaddev.googlepages.com/mainpage Guru Angad Dev's Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.org/guru2.htm Detailed Account]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruangaddevji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
* [http://www.sgpc.net/gurus/guruangad.asp www.sgpc.net]<br />
* [http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruangad.htm Gateway to Sikhism]<br />
* [http://members.dancris.com/~sikh/chap04.html Sikh Missionary Center]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/religion/creatertruth&sikhism/10gurus/angaddev.htm www.sikhpoint.com/]<br />
* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/gurus/second_guru_guru_angad_dev.htm www.ikonkar.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhnet.com/sikhnet/news.nsf/NewsArchive/54F5DFD55E649D5A872572C60077978E Guru Angad Dev Ji's Contributions and His Message]<br />
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|Image name = Guru angad.jpg<br />
|Subject Name = Guru Angad Dev<br><br>(1539 to 1552)<br />
|Name = Bhai Lehna<br />
|Birth = [[Thursday]] [[March 31]] [[1504]], [[Harike]], [[Amritsar]], Punjab, India<br />
|Parents = [[Bhai Pheru Mall]] & [[Mata Daya Kaur|Mata Sabhrai]]<br />
|brosis = -N.A-<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Khivi]] <br />
|Children = Sons - [[Baba Dasu]] Ji & [[Baba Dattu]] Ji, Daughters - [[Bibi Amro]] Ji & [[Bibi Anokhi]] Ji<br />
|Guruship = [[Thursday]] [[September 18]] [[1539]] From age 35 for 13 years: 1539 to 1552|place = [[Kartarpur Pakistan]]<br />
|Died = [[Saturday]] [[April 16]] [[1552]]<br />
|Bani in GGS = Total of 63 [[Shabad]]s and [[Salok]]s<br />
|Other Info = See also - [[Guru Angad's Bani]]<br />
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'''Guru Angad Dev ji''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਅੰਗਦ ਦੇਵ) ([[Thursday]] [[March 31]] [[1504]] - [[Saturday]] [[April 16]] [[1552]]) was the second of [[The Ten Gurus of Sikhism]]. Guru ji became Guru on [[Thursday]], [[September 18]] [[1539]] following in the footsteps of [[Guru Nanak Dev]] ji, who was the founder of the [[Sikh]] religion.<br />
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Before Guru Angad Dev Ji [[left for his heavenly abode]], he nominated [[Guru Amar Das]] as the third Guru of the Sikhs.<br />
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The second Sikh Guru contributed the following to the people of the world:<br />
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* To do [[Nishkam]] [[Sewa]] ''Selfless Service'' to humanity.<br />
* Completely surrender to the Will of God.<br />
* Disapproval of exhibitionism and hypocrisy.<br />
* Formalised the present form of the [[Gurmukhi]] script<br />
* Born: March 31, 1504<br />
* Place of Birth: [[Harike]], [[Amritsar]], Punjab, India<br />
* Life Span: 1504 to 1552 - 48 years<br />
* Parents Father: [[Bhai Pheru Mall]] Ji and Mother: [[Mata Daya Kaur|Mata Sabhrai]] Ji (also known Daya Kaur, etc)<br />
* Wife: [[Mata Khivi]] Ji<br />
* Sons: [[Baba Dasu]] Ji and [[Baba Dattu]] Ji and Daughters: [[Bibi Amro]] Ji and [[Bibi Anokhi]] Ji<br />
* Guruship: From age 35 for 13 years: 1539 to 1552<br />
* Gurbani: Total of 63 [[Shabad]]s and [[Salok]]s<br />
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==Invention of Gurmukhi==<br />
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Guru Angad invented the present form of the [[Gurmukhi]] script. It became the medium of writing the [[Punjabi]] language in which the hymns of the Gurus are expressed. This step had a far-reaching purpose and impact. Firstly, it gave the common people a language that is simple to learn and write. Secondly, it helped the community to dissociate itself from the very reserved and complex nature of the Sanskrit religious tradition so that the growth and development of the Sikhs could take place unhampered and unprejudiced by the backlog of the earlier religious and social philosophies and practices. <br />
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Earlier, the Punjabi language was written in the Landa or Mahajani script This had no vowel sounds, which had to be imagined or construed by the reader in order to decipher the writing. Therefore, there was the need of a script which could faithfully reproduce the hymns of the Gurus so that the true meaning and message of the Gurus could not be misconstrued and misinterpreted by each reader to suit his own purpose and prejudices. The devising of the [[Gurmukhi]] script was an essential step in order to maintain the purity of the doctrine and exclude all possibility of misunderstanding and misconstruction by any person.<br />
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==Further establishment of Langar==<br />
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The institution of [[Langar]] was maintained and developed. The Guru's wife, [[Mata Khivi]] personally worked in the kitchen. She also served food to the members of the community and the visitors. Her devotion to this institution finds mention in Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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The Guru earned his own living by twisting coarse grass into strings used for cots. All offerings went to the common community fund. This demonstrates that it is necessary and honourable to do even the meanest productive work. It also emphasises that parasitical living is not in consonance with the mystic and moral path. In line with Guru Nanak's teaching, the Guru also declared that there was no place for passive recluses in the community.<br />
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==Details==<br />
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[[Image:LenhabecomesGuru.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Guru Nanak bestows Guruship on to Bhai Lehna]]<br />
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[[Guru Angad]], (Bhai Lehna ji) was born in the village named [[Harike]] in [[Ferozepur]] district in [[Punjab]], on Vaisakh Vadi 1st , (5th Vaisakh) Samvat 1561, (March 31, 1504). He was the son of a sucessful trader named [[Bhai Pheru Mall]] usually referred to as Bhai Pheru. His mother 's name was [[Mata Ramo]] ji (also known as Mata Sabhirai, Mansa Devi, Daya kaur). Baba Narayan Das Trehan was his grand father, whose ancestral house was at Matte-di-Sarai near Mukatsar. Pheru ji moved back to this place.<br />
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Under the influence of his mother, [[Mata Ramo]], Bhai Lehna ji began to worship Durga (A Hindu mythological Goddess). He used to lead a batch of worshippers to [[Jawalamukhi Temple]] every year. He was married to [[Mata Khivi]] ji in Jaunary 1520 and had two sons ([[Bhai Dasu]] and [[Bhai Datu]]) and two daughters ([[Bibi Amro]] and [[Bibi Anokhi]]). The whole family of Bhai Pheru had to leave their ancestral village because of the ransacking by the [[Mughal]] and Baloch militia who had come with [[Babur]]. After this the family settelled at village [[Khadur Sahib]] beside the [[Beas river]], near [[Tarn Taran Sahib]] (A small town about 25 km. away from [[Amritsar City]]).<br />
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Once Bhai Lehna ji heard the recitation of a hymn of [[Guru Nanak Sahib]] from [[Bhai Jodha]] (a sikh of Guru Nanak Sahib) and was thrilled and decided to proceed through [[Kartarpur]] to have a glimpse of [[Guru Nanak Sahib]] at the time of yearly pilgrimage to Jwalamukhi Temple. His very first meeting with [[Guru Nanak Sahib]] completely transformed him. He renounced the worship of Hindu Goddess, dedicated himself to the service of the [[Sikh Guru]], Guru Nanak became his [[Sikh]] and began to live at [[Kartarpur]]. His devotion to Guru Nanak and his holy mission was so great that he was installed as the Second Nanak in September 7, 1539 by Guru Nanak himself. Earlier Guru Nanak tested him in various ways and found an embodiment of obedience and service in him. Guru Nanak gave him a new name "Angad" (Guru Angad Sahib). He spent six or seven years in the service of Guru Nanak Sahib at Kartarpur.<br />
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After the death of Guru Nanak Sahib on September 22, 1539, Guru Angad Sahib left [[Kartarpur]] for [[Khadur Sahib]] Village (near [[Goindwal Sahib]]). He carried forward the thought of Guru Nanak Sahib both in letter and spirit. Yogis and Saints of different sects visited him and held detailed discussions about [[Sikhism]] and [[Dharam]] with him .<br />
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[[Image:Guruangad.jpg|200px|right|Guru Angad Dev Ji from Max Arthur Macaulifee 1900 The Sikh religion book]]<br />
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Guru Angad Sahib introduced a new alphabet known as [[Gurmukhi script]], modifying the old Punjabi script's characters. Very soon, it become the script of the masses. He took great interest in the education of the children by opening many schools for their education and thus increased the number of literates. For the youth he started the tradition of [[Mall Akhara]], where physical as well as spiritual exercises were held. He collected the facts about Guru Nanak Sahib's life from Bhai Bala ji and wrote the first biography of Guru Nanak Sahib. (Bhai Bale Wali Janamsakhi available now a days in not the same as the one that Guru Angad Sahib had compiled.) He also wrote 63 Saloks (stanzas), which were later included in [[Guru Granth Sahib]] by the fifth [[Sikh Guru]], [[Guru Arjan]]. He popularized and expanded the institution of '[[Guru ka Langar]]' that had been started by Guru Nanak.<br />
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Guru Angad visited all important places and centres established by Guru Nanak for preaching [[Sikhism]]. He also established hundreds of new "[[Dharamsala]]s" (Sikh religious Institutions) and thus strengthened the base of Sikhism. The period of his [[Guruship]] was the most crucial one. The Sikh community being in infancy, had to face many dangers. It was not difficult for [[Hinduism]] to swallow the newly born [[Sikhism]] in due course of time. Moreover Sri Chand's Udasis sect community and the activities of Jogies had not yet abated. At this hour of juncture he lived Guru Nanak Sahib's tenets in true spirit and there were manifest signs of establishing a distinct "way of life" away from [[Hinduism]]. Sikhism became to established its own separate religious identity.<br />
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[[Image:BhaiLehna.jpg|300px|left|Bhai Lehna with Sangat going on holy tours]]<br />
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Guru Angad, by following the example of Guru Nanak, nominated [[Guru Amar Das|Amar Das]] as his successor (The Third Nanak) before his death. He presented all the holy scripts including those he received from Guru Nanak, to [[Guru Amar Das]]. He breathed his last on March 29, 1552 at the age of forty-eight. It is said that he started to build a new town, at [[Goindwal]] near [[Khadur Sahib]] and [[Guru Amar Das]] was appointed to supervise its construction. It is also said that [[Mughal]] emperor, [[Humayun]], when defeated by Sher Shah Suri, came to obtain blessings of [[Guru Angad]] in regaining the throne of [[Delhi]]. <br />
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With compliments to www.sgpc.net for the above account.<br />
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==Guru Angad Dev Ji's Contributions==<br />
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This is the nature of ego, that people perform their actions in ego. This is the bondage of ego, that time and time again, makes people suffer”<br />
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'''''Eliminate your conceit and then perform service to humanity,<br>Only then you will be get honor''''' - Guru Angad Dev<br />
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On April 18, 2007, the Sikhs marked the 503rd Birth anniversary of Guru Angad Dev ji, the second Guru in Sikhism. The appointment of Guru Angad by Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, as his own successor was an event of far reaching significance in the evolution of Sikhism. The second Guru, who believed to have embodied the spirit of his great predecessor, consolidated the infant faith movement through his energy and his global vision. <br />
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On this auspicious occasion, let us remind ourselves of the simple and sublime teachings of Guru Angad, which are non-sectarian and universal in their application. Guru Angad is one of the world teachers whose message is of universal application and is valid for all time. It has particular relevance not only to us but to the whole of mankind at this critical period of human history, If only we pay heed to it, we can surely foster universal brotherhood based on mutual love, respect and understanding, and we can build and promote international peace.<br />
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===Gurmukhi Script and Education ===<br />
[[Image:GuruangadTeaching.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guru Angad Dev Ji Teaching Gurmukhi to children]]<br />
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Guru Angad Dev ji started the schools and also developed the [[Gurmukhi]] language in order to make education available to the downtrodden and the underprivileged of the society at that time. Guru Angad was a great teacher who personally taught Punjabi in Gurmukhi script to children. He provided education and means of communication to common folk who would no longer be dependent on the religious or political establishment to pursue their own economic, educational or spiritual goals. This was his way of empowering people to have higher goals in life. <br />
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An imperfect Punjabi alphabet existed at the time of Guru Nanak, but Guru Angad modified and polished it. Since the Guru Angad had adopted the modified alphabet, it was called 'Gurmukhi'- meaning that which is spoken through the mouth of the Guru. Gurumukhi became the medium of writing in which the hymns of the Gurus were expressed and it also suited to the language of the people. Although the origins of the Punjabi Alphabets are unclear, it is clear that Guru Angad popularized the use of this simplified [[Gurumukhi]] script among the Sikhs starting around [[1541]]. <br />
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The invention of Gurumukhi helped the early Sikh community to dissociate itself from the Sanskrit religious tradition. Sanskrit language was used by the Brahmins, the upper castes and it was the language of the Vedas, the Hindu religious texts. People of lower castes and untouchables were barred from reading any spiritual literature. This maintained the status of the superiority of the upper castes. Gurmukhi enabled the Sikhs to grow and develop their own unprejudiced spiritual literature. Creating this new script was significant for many reasons. It gave the people who spoke this language an identity of their own, enabling them to express their thought without any restrictions. The guru also saw the need of a script which could faithfully reproduce the hymns of the Gurus keeping its purity and which would also prevent misinterpretation or misconstruction by any reader to suit his own purpose and prejudices. <br />
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This step by [[Guru Angad Dev]] helped secure the unhindered development and growth of Sikhism. Guru Angad also initiated the writing of the first authorized biography of [[Guru Nanak]] completed in [[1544]], as well as having a number of copies of Guru Nanak's hymns written out in the new [[Gurmukhi]] script.<br />
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===Physical Fitness===<br />
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Guru Angad took a keen interest in physical fitness, and encouraged his devotees to be involved in sports after their morning prayers. Guru Angad Dev ji inspired people to lead healthy lives. According to Guru ji, if you are physically fit only than you can pursue higher goals in life, because a sound mind can exist only in a sound body. He provided opportunities to underprivileged sections of the society to maintain good health. He encouraged all people to be involved in wrestling bouts or Mal Akharas to compete in physical competitions. This was again his way of doing away with social taboos of people of lower caste not having physical contact with higher castes. These steps initiated by him laid the foundation for a spiritually, educated and enlightened, healthy Sikh community, without distinctions of caste and creed. <br />
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===Women’s role===<br />
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The position of woman at the time was deplorable. She was looked down upon because she was thought to be inferior to man and was regarded as merely a temptress. She was confined to her home and was not allowed to participate in any public work. Guru preached that man and women were equal before God. He welcomed women to the Sangat, offered them seats side by side and gave them religious rights that have so far been denied to her. <br />
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Guru Angad scarcely worked alone. His wife and partner, Mata Khivi, is a very important woman who contributed significantly to Sikhism. Mata Kheevi played a major role in enlarging the women participation in the leadership position in Guru’s court. Mata Khivi was instrumental in creating and maintaining the institution of langar, whereby all devotees of the Guru and all people in general, were invited to come and eat together. This practice started initially with Mata Khivi serving food to the members of the community and the visitors who would come to see Guru Angad and it came to symbolize the Guru’s teachings; emphasizing the humanity in every single person and abolishing any innate discriminations. She did her job in a skillful and selfless manner, characteristic of her, and evoked spontaneous respect among the people. Her role in that capacity was unique and revolutionary because women were usually not seen in the forefront of the society. She also made sure that the food being fed was nutritious and wholesome because many who came to see Guru were needy and destitute. Mata Kheevi would embrace them all and offer love and food. She was, to use the simile of the contemporary ministrel Balwand, like a shady tree to the Guru’s disciples and afforded them effectual shade. Her role and praise is recorded in the Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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To this day, after every service, visitors to a Sikh gurudwara witness a congregation who join and eat Langar together. Langar also emphasized that service to fellow man was an important tenet of the Sikh way of life, as it is customary for members of the congregation to serve one another. <br />
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===Guru Angad Dev ji’s Message:===<br />
[[Image:Angad1.jpg|thumb|300px|left|The first duty Guru Angad performed after his morning devotions and kirtan was to tend the sick and succour the needy]]<br />
====Equality====<br />
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Guru Angad stood for a casteless and classless society, in which no one was superior to the other and no one, through greed or selfishness, could be allowed to encroach upon the rights of others. In short, he visualized a society in which members lived like a family, helping and supporting one another. He not only preached equality but practiced it. To promote the acceptance of human equality, Guru established a community kitchen where all sat together in a row, regardless of caste or status, and ate the same food.<br />
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Guru Angad said, “He Himself creates, O Nanak; He establishes the various creatures. How can anyone be called bad?. There is One Lord and Master of all; He watches over all, and assigns all to their tasks. Some have less, and some have more; no one is allowed to leave empty.” – Guru Angad Dev<br />
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Furthermore, the guru stressed the importance of adopting a uniform way of praising God and the utility of a social organization based on equality. He established a holy congregation, or Sangat, where people of different beliefs and varying social status sat together to hear the Master’s singing of hymns and to be inspired to lead a noble life.<br />
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====Devotion and Love towards God====<br />
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Guru stressed the oneness of God. The purpose of life is to seek God, find him and be united to Him. He called upon the people to give up formal and superficial rituals and rally around the Creator, who alone was Omnipotent and Omnipresent. According to Guru Angad, no one has ever found acceptance or achieved self-realization without true devotion to God. <br />
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“ O Nanak, if someone judges himself, only then is he known as a real judge. If someone understands both the disease and the medicine, only then is he a wise physician. Do not involve yourself in idle business on the way; remember that you are only a guest here.”<br />
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Good deeds are important but winning God’s Grace is still more important. Pride, greed and ego are the greatest distractions to keep away humans from the Creator. A guru or a spiritual divine teacher is needed to guide the man on the true path. <br />
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“That virtuous person who does not walk in the way of greed, and who abides in Truth, is accepted and embraced by God”. <br />
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This is the nature of ego, that people perform their actions in ego. This is the bondage of ego, that time and time again, makes people suffer”<br />
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Guru Angad Dev also emphasized that one must control the greed and worldly attachment because they are impediments in the path of God. One must stay focused on the inner development.<br />
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“They know that they will have to depart, so why do they make such ostentatious displays? Those who do not know that they will have to depart, continue to arrange their affairs. He accumulates wealth during the night of his life, but in the morning, he must depart. O Nanak, it shall not go along with him, and so he regrets.”<br />
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“The mouth is not satisfied by speaking, and the ears are not satisfied by hearing. The eyes are not satisfied by seeing—each organ seeks out one sensory quality. The hunger of the hungry is not appeased; by mere words, hunger is not relieved. O Nanak, hunger is relieved only when one utters the Glorious Praises of the Praiseworthy Lord.”<br />
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====Fearlessness====<br />
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He was a constructive architect of a society which focused on the social and religious freedom and equality, promoting dignity of action without distinction of caste and status. He was born at a time when ritual, caste distinctions and superstition had reduced the people to a low level of existence. He gave them courage and uplifted them. <br />
He taught the people to lead a righteous life and show due reverence and respect to God instead of supplicating before men. By his own example he made the people fearless and put a new life and spirit in them. <br />
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“Those who have the Fear of God, have no other fears; those who do not have the Fear of God, are very afraid. O Nanak, this mystery is revealed at the Court of the Lord.”<br />
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The Guru also extolled the dignity of labor and decried the division of society on grounds of birth and founded a classless society based on the idea of equality and universal brotherhood. <br />
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He was particularly aware of the degradation which the lower classes of the people suffered through centuries at the hands of rulers and the so called high caste people. He aligned himself with the down-trodden and the less fortunate sections of the people and preferred to stay with the working class people. <br />
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====Company of the Holy====<br />
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Guru Angad confirms that “those who meditate on the Eternal Lord, who is fearless and is All Pervasive, are not only themselves emancipated, but they rescue many others form this net of illusion.”<br />
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====Sewa====<br />
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Guru Angad believed in the service and well-being of all mankind and not just of his own followers. He laid stress on character building rather than observance of rituals and formalities. The path which Guru Angad pointed out to his Sikhs for achieving enlightenment was through service and good actions and devotion and worship of one God. He asked his followers to win Divine grace by prayer, singing His praises, cultivating humility, a spirit of service and submitting at all time to His will. <br />
Paying a fine under pressure, does not bring either merit or goodness. That alone is a good deed, O Nanak, which is done by one’s own free will. Sewa has to be done selflessly.<br />
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Eliminate your conceit and then perform service to humanity,<br />
Only then you will be get honor - Guru Angad Dev<br />
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====Divinity Within====<br />
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He stressed the importance of the physical body as an instrument of spiritual development. He told his followers that there was a spark of divinity in every human being. The body is the temple of God as it houses the soul. God’s presence can be felt by deeper contemplation and reflection within. <br />
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“Twenty-four hours a day one looks for contentment in eight different directions but one must also explore the ninth place, which is to their own body and contemplate within. Within the body are the nine treasures of the Name of the Lord—seek the depths of these virtues. Those blessed with the karma of good actions praise the Lord and become true devotees” – Guru Angad Dev<br />
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“Those who are blessed with the glorious greatness of Your Name — their minds are imbued with Your Love. O Nanak, there is only One Ambrosial Nectar; there is no other nectar at all. O Nanak, the Ambrosial Nectar is obtained within the mind, by Guru’s Grace.”<br />
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====Life of Action====<br />
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He held firmly that physical austerity was not necessary and that spiritual development was not dependent on ritual and external wanderings. <br />
“austerity and everything come through immersing oneself in the meditation of the Lord’s Name. All other actions are useless. O Nanak, believe in the One who is worth believing in. By Guru’s Grace, he is realized.”<br />
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Guru Angad was at once a spiritual teacher and a man of action. To Guru Angad, religion was not only a spiritual experience but a way of life. Every action must have an impact of spirituality, humility and love. This can be achieved if one is always conscious of the presence of God. Guru Angad insisted that there should be harmony between thought and action and purity in life. <br />
“Doing some thing unwillingly or doing under pressure from someone, does not bring either merit or goodness. That alone is a good deed, O Nanak, which is done by one’s own free will.”<br />
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“Mortals are known by their actions; this is the way it has to be. They should show goodness, and not be deformed by their actions; this is how they are called beautiful. Whatever they desire, they shall receive; O Nanak, they become the very image of God.” -Guru Angad Dev<br />
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“O Nanak, the worldly achievements and glory is worthy of being burnt in the fire if it causes one to forget God. Usually these worldly things has caused mortals to forget the the Name of the Lord. Not even one of them will go along with you in the end.” - Guru Angad Dev<br />
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==Gurdwara connected with Guru Angad==<br />
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These following are famous historical [[Gurdwara]]s connected with Guru Angad Dev Ji:<br />
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*1. Gurudwara Mai Bhrayi: Mai Bhrayi was Guru Ji's paternal aunt. When the Guru moved to [[Kartarpur]] from [[Khadur Sahib]] on Guru Nanak's behest, this is where he stayed and worshipped in solitude.<br />
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*2. Gurudwara Darbar Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji, Khandi Sahib: Guru Ji would gather his followers here and disseminate his teachings.<br />
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*3. Gurudwara Tapiana Sahib: After the religious gatherings, Guru Ji used to chant and worship here.<br />
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*4. Gurudwara Mal Akhara: This was the arena for exercising. <br />
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*5. Gurudwara Matte di Serai: This is Guru Angad Dev Ji's place of birth.<br />
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*6. Gurdwara Khadur Sahib, Dist. [[Amritsar]]<br />
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==Also See==<br />
* [[Guru Angad's Bani]]<br />
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==External Links ==<br />
*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_angad_dev_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji] Guru Angad Dev Ji is second of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/guru-nanak/nanak-bhagti.htm Guru Angad Dev Ji - Nanak Bhagti]<br />
* [http://guruangaddev.googlepages.com/mainpage Guru Angad Dev's Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.org/guru2.htm Detailed Account]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/guruangaddevji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
* [http://www.sgpc.net/gurus/guruangad.asp www.sgpc.net]<br />
* [http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/guruangad.htm Gateway to Sikhism]<br />
* [http://members.dancris.com/~sikh/chap04.html Sikh Missionary Center]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/religion/creatertruth&sikhism/10gurus/angaddev.htm www.sikhpoint.com/]<br />
* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/gurus/second_guru_guru_angad_dev.htm www.ikonkar.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhnet.com/sikhnet/news.nsf/NewsArchive/54F5DFD55E649D5A872572C60077978E Guru Angad Dev Ji's Contributions and His Message]<br />
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|Subject Name = Guru Nanak Dev<br>(1469 to 1539)<br />
|Name = Nanak Dev<br />
|Birth = On [[Saturday]] [[15 April]] [[1469]] at Rai Bhoeki Talwandi, Pakistan ([[Nankana Sahib]])<br />
|Parents = [[Kalyan Dass|Mehta Kalu]] and [[Mata Tripta|Mata Tripta Devi]]<br />
|brosis = [[Bibi Nanaki|Sister Bebe Nanki]]<br />
|Spouse = [[Mata Sulakhni|Mata Sulakhani]]<br />
|Children = [[Sri Chand|Sri chand]] and [[Lakhmi Das|Lakhmi Das]]<br />
|Guruship = 1469 to 1539<br />
|Died = On [[Monday]] [[22 September]], [[1539]] at Kartarpur<br />
|Bani in GGS = 974 Shabads in 19 Ragas, [[Gurbani]] Includes [[Japji]], [[Sidh Gohst]], Sohilaa, [[Dakhni Onkar]], [[Asa di Var]], Patti, [[Bara Maha Tukhri|Bara Mah]]<br />
|Other Info = [[Guru Nanak Udasis|Four Udasis]]<br />
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'''Guru Nanak''' ([[Gurmukhi]]: ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ) ([[Saturday]] [[15 April]] [[1469]] - [[Monday]] [[22 September]], [[1539]]), the founder of [[Sikhism]] and the first of the [[ten Gurus]] of the Sikhs, was [[The Birth of the Guru|born]] in the village of [[Nankana Sahib| Talwandi]]. <br />
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Also called [[Rai Bhoe]]-ki Talwandi, the village now known as [[Nankana Sahib]], is near [[Lahore]] in present-day [[Pakistan]]. He was born, according to all ancient Sikh records, in the early morning of the third day of the light half of the month of [[Baisakh]] (April - May) in the year 1469; this is believed to be [[Saturday]] [[15 April]] [[1469]]. However, the [[Sikh]]s now celebrate this auspicious event each year on the full moon day in [[November]]; consequently, the date in November changes from one year to another. See <br />
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Before Guru Nanak departed for his heavenly abode in 1539, his name had travelled not only throughout India's north, south, east and west, but also far beyond into Arabia, Mesopotamia (Iraq), Ceylon (Sri Lanka), [[Afghanistan]], Turkey, Burma and Tibet. As Guru's Birth Anniversary (also called "Guru Nanak Jayanti") is lunar linked, it celebrated on the full moon in November. The event was celebrated on 15 November in 2005; 5 November in 2006; 24 November in 2007; 13 November in 2008; and will be celebrated on '''2 November 2009''', 21 November 2010, 10 November 2011 28 November 2012, 17 November 2013 6 November 2014, 25 November 2015, 14 November 2016, 4 November 2017, 23 November 2018, 12 November 2019 and 30 November 2020.<br />
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The name ''"Nanak"'' was used by all subsequent Gurus who wrote any sacred text in the Sikh holy scripture called the [[Guru Granth Sahib]]. So the second [[Sikh Guru]], [[Guru Angad]] is also called the "Second Nanak" or "Nanak II". It is believed by the [[Sikh]]s that all subsequent Gurus carried the same message as that of Guru Nanak and so they have used the name "Nanak" in their holy text instead of their own name and hence are all referred to as the ''"Light of Nanak."''<br />
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Guru Nanak also called Satguru Nanak, Baba Nanak, Nanak Shah Faqir, Bhagat Nanak, Nanak Kalandar etc. by different people of religions and Cults.<br />
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==Bhai Gurdas ji's summary==<br />
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ਸੁਣੀ ਪੁਕਾਰਿ ਦਾਤਾਰ ਪ੍ਰਭੁ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਜਗ ਮਾਹਿ ਪਠਾਇਆ || ਚਰਨ ਧੋਇ ਰਹਰਾਸਿ ਕਰਿ ਚਰਣਾਮ੍ਰਿਤੁ ਸਿੱਖਾਂ ਪੀਲਾਇਆ || <br><br />
ਪਾਰਬ੍ਰਹਮ ਪੂਰਨ ਬ੍ਰਹਮ ਕਲਿਜੁਗ ਅੰਦਰ ਇਕ ਦਿਖਾਇਆ || ਚਾਰੇ ਪੈਰ ਧਰਮ ਦੇ ਚਾਰਿ ਵਰਨ ਇਕ ਵਰਨੁ ਕਰਾਇਆ || <br><br />
ਰਾਣਾ ਰੰਕ ਬਰਾਬਰੀ ਪੈਰੀ ਪਵਣਾ ਜਗਿ ਵਰਤਾਇਆ | ਉਲਟਾ ਖੇਲੁ ਪਿਰੰਮ ਦਾ ਪੈਰਾਂ ਉਪਰਿ ਸੀਸ ਨਿਵਾਇਆ || <br><br />
ਕਲਿਜੁਗ ਬਾਬੇ ਤਾਰਿਆ ਸਤਿਨਾਮੁ ਪੜ੍ਹਿ ਮੰਤ੍ਰ ਸੁਣਾਇਆ || ਕਲਿ ਤਾਰਣਿ ਗੁਰੁ ਨਾਨਕ ਆਇਆ ||੨੩|| ਵਾਰ ੧ || <br><br><br />
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The Provider Lord listened to the cries, Guru Nanak descended into this world. <br><br />
Washing His feet and praising God, he got his Sikhs to drink the ambrosial nectar. <br><br />
In this Dark Age, he showed all gods to be just one. <br><br />
The four feet of Dharma, the four castes were converted into one. <br><br />
Equality of the King and beggar, he spread the custom of being humble. <br><br />
Reversed is the game of the beloved; the egotist high heads bowed to the feet. <br><br />
Baba Nanak rescued this Dark Age; read ‘[[satnam]]’ and recited the mantar. <br><br />
Guru Nanak came to redeem this Dark Age of Kaljug. [http://www.searchgurbani.com/bhai_gurdas_vaaran/vaar/1/pauri/23/line/1 Bhai Gurdas - Vaar 1 pauri 23]<br />
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==His path==<br />
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It was a dark and moonless night; the clouds were heavy with rain as it was the monsoon season. Suddenly lightning flashed and thunder sounded as a few raindrops started to fall. The village was asleep. Only Nanak was awake and the echo of his song filled the air.<br />
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Nanak’s mother was worried because it was pitch dark and day break was far away. The lamp in his room was burning. She could hear his melodious voice as he sang, restraining herself no longer she knocked at his door. “Go to sleep, my son, the sun is a long way ahead.” Nanak became silent. From the darkness sounded the call of the sparrow-hawk. “Piyu, piyu, piyu!” it called.<br />
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:“Listen, mother!” Nanak called out. “The sparrow-hawk is calling to his beloved; how can I be silent, because I am competing with it? I will call my [[1|beloved]] before he calls his – even for longer because his beloved is nearby, perhaps in the next tree! My beloved is so far away. I will have to sing for lives upon lives before my voice reaches Him.” Nanak resumed his song.<br />
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Guru Nanak’s path was, is and will ever remain decorated with endless rows of true flowers; he realised God by singing virtues of God and following a life of true deeds. Guru Nanak did not practise normal Hindu austerities, meditation or yoga; he only sang in the beautiful poetic forms of the time. Singing, often extemporaneously, with all his heart and soul, so much so that his singing became his meditation, his purification and his yugam (yoking ones self to the almighty, to [[Satguru]]. This was Nanak’s path; decorated with true flowers of song, songs of glory and praise of the Almighty Lord. <br />
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Whatever he has said was said in [[Gurbani|verse straight from GOD]]. His blissful and mesmerizing songs are not those of an ordinary singer; they have sprung from within one who has known. There is the ring of truth, the reflection of God within them. It is these songs, songs of love and expressions of truthfulness and worship, along with the songs of Guru Nanak's nine successors, that form the eternal Guru of the [[Sikh.|Sikhs]], the [[Bani|Guru Granth Sahib]].<br />
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===Background===<br />
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His father was Kalayan Das Mehta, also known as [[Mehta Kalu]], and his mother was [[Mata Tripta]] ji. They belonged to the Vedic Kshatri (Khatri) caste. Guru ji had an older sister called [[Nanaki|Bebey Nanki]], who was the first to recognise Nanak as an enlightened Soul. Guru Nanak from an early age evidenced a questioning and enquiring mind. He soon mastered the Vedas and Sanskrit and was enrolled into a madrassa to study Persian and Arabic. Picking up both languages quickly, he surprised his teacher by composing an acrostic on the Persian language. When it was time for Nanak to be invested with the twice born thread the [[Guru Nanak and the Sacred Thread|“sacred” thread]], called the Janeu, he refused to take part in the ritual. When the priest continued to insist that the young Nanak done the string he went into a trance and sang: <br />
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::Let mercy be the cotton, contentment the thread,<br />
::Continence the knot and truth the twist.<br />
::Oh priest! if you have such a thread,<br />
::Do give it to me.<br />
::It will not wear out, nor get soiled, nor be burnt, nor lost.<br />
::Says Nanak, blessed are those who go about wearing such a thread.<br />
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'''Guru Nanak's Life at Sultanpur'''<br />
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Nanak married [[Mata Sulakhni|Sulkhni]] of Batala, and they had two sons, [[Sri Chand]] and [[Lakhmi Das]]. Guru ji's brother-in-law, the husband of his sister Nanki, obtained a job for him in Sultanpur as the manager of the government's grainary. One morning, when he was twenty-eight, he went as usual down to the river to bathe and meditate. It was said that he was [[3 Days in the River|gone for three days]]. When he reappeared, filled with the spirit of God, it was apparent to all that he was a changed man. He would say nothing, he quit his job and distributed all that he had to the poor. Accompanied by his childhood friend, a Muslim named Mardana who had always played the [[Rebab]] while Nanak sang, they left town. When, after a few days, he spoke saying "There is no Hindu, no Musalman."[1] It was then that Guru Nanak began his missionary work and travels. <br />
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As a householder, Guru ji continued to carry out the [[Khalsa|mission]] of his life – to lead people on the [[Compendium of TRUE IDEAs|true path to God]], to dispel [[FALSEHOOD|superstition]], to bring people out of ritualistic practises, to lead them directly to follow [[Gurbani]] without the need for [[FALSEHOOD|priests and clergy]], and to restrain and guard against the five thieves within – Pride, Anger, Greed, Attachment and Lust.<br />
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==The three basic guidlines==<br />
Guru Nanak founded and formalised the [[three pillars of Sikhism]]: <br />
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1.''' <u>[[Naam Japna]]</u>''' Guru ji led the Sikhs directly to practise [[Simran]] and [[Naam Japna]] – meditation on [[God]] through reciting, chanting, singing and constant remembrance followed by deep study & comprehension of God’s Name and virtues. In real life to practice and tread on the path of [[Dharam]] (righteousness) - The inner thought of the Sikh thus stays constantly immersed in praises and appreciation of the Creator and the ONE ETERNAL GOD [[Waheguru]].<br />
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2.''' <u>[[Kirat Karni]]</u>''' He expected the Sikhs to live as honourable householders and practise [[Kirat Karni]] – To honestly earn by ones physical and mental effort while accepting both pains and pleasures as GOD's gifts and blessings. One is to stay truthful at all times and, fear none but the Eternal Super Soul. Live a life founded on decency immersed in [[Dharam]] - life controlled by high spiritual, moral and social values. <br />
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3.''' <u>[[Vand Chakna]]</u>'''. The Sikhs were asked to share their wealth within the community by practising [[Vand Chakna]] – “Share and Consume together”. The community or [[Sadh Sangat]] is an important part of [[Sikhism]]. One must be part of a community that is living the flawless objective values set out by the [[Sikh Gurus]] and every Sikh has to contribute in whatever way possible to the common community pool. This spirit of '''Sharing''' and '''Giving''' is an important message from [[Guru Nanak]].<br />
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== Contributions to humanity ==<br />
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During his his time on Earth Guru Nanak was revered by both [[Hindus]] and [[Muslim]]s and even today many, outside of the Sikh faith, revere him. It is related that as he lay dying, his followers some formerly Hindu and others formerly Muslims argued whether his body should be cremated as Hindu tradition dictated or buried as in Islamic tradition.<br />
It is said that when they removed the sheet which had covered the Guru they found only beautiful flowers. The Hindus burned theirs, the Muslims buried theirs.<br />
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[[Image:Guru Nanak Mardana Bala Woodcut1.jpg|thumb|250px|'''Guru Nanak with Mardana (left) and Bala''' Coloured woodcut, Amritsar or Lahore, about 1875|right]]<br />
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=== '''His main contributions were:''' ===<br />
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==== '''Equality of humans''' ====<br />
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When in the middle east, the west and the rest of asia slavery, varna/class and race discrimination was rife and respect between the different classes and caste was at a peak, Guru Nanak preached against discrimination and prejudices due to race, caste, status, etc. He said: "See the brotherhood of all mankind as the highest order of Yogis; conquer your own mind, and conquer the world." (SGGS page 6); also "There is one awareness among all created beings." (page 24) and finally "One who recognizes the One Lord among all beings does not talk of ego. ||4||" (page 432). He urges all the peoples of the world to "conquer" their minds to these evil practises. All human beings had the light of the Lord and were the same -- only by subduing one's pride and ego could one see this light in all. <br />
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==== '''Equality of women''' ====<br />
In about 1499 when the world offered low to no status or respect to women, Guru Nanak sought to improve the respect of women by spreading this message: "From woman, man is born; within woman, man is conceived; to woman he is engaged and married. Woman becomes his friend; through woman, the future generations come. When his woman dies, he seeks another woman; to woman he is bound. So why call her bad? From her, kings are born. From woman, woman is born; without woman, there would be no one at all. O Nanak, only the True Lord is without a woman." (page 473). In so doing, he promoted women's rights and equality — a first for the 15th century!<br />
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==== '''Universal message for all people''' ====<br />
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It had been a custom at the time for religious leaders to address only their own congregation and for segregation of the different religions -- but Guru Nanak broke with tradition and spoke to all of humanity. To the Muslim he said: "And when, O Nanak, he is merciful to all beings, only then shall he be called a Muslim. ||1||" (page 141); to the Hindu, he said "O Nanak, without the True Name, of what use is the frontal mark of the Hindus, or their sacred thread? ||1||" (page 467); and to all he preached: "To take what rightfully belongs to another is like a Muslim eating pork, or a Hindu eating beef." (page 141).<br />
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==The four journeys==<br />
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History states that he made four great journeys, travelling to all parts of [[India]], and into [[wikipedia:Arabia|Arabia]] and [[wikipedia:Persia|Persia]]; visiting [[wikipedia:mecca|Mecca]] and [[wikipedia:Baghdad|Baghdad]]. He spoke before [[Hinduism|Hindus]], [[wikipedia:Jainism|Jains]], [[wikipedia:Buddhism|Buddhists]], [[wikipedia:Parsee|Parsee]]s, and [[Muslim]]s. He spoke in the temples and mosques, and at various pilgrimage sites. Wherever he went, Guru Nanak spoke out against empty [[wikipedia:Ritual|religious rituals]], [[wikipedia:pilgrimage|pilgrimage]]s, the [[wikipedia:caste system|caste system]], the [[Sati|sacrifice of widows]], of depending on [[wikipedia:Sacred text|books]] to learn the true religion, and of all the other tenets that were to define his teachings. Never did he ask his listeners to follow him. He asked the Muslims to be true Muslims and the Hindus to be true Hindus.<br />
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After the last of his great journeys, Guru Nanak tried a new experiment - he asked a wealthy follower to donate a large tract of land . Here he built a town calling it Kartapur (in [[Punjab]]) on the banks of the [[wikipedia:Ravi_River|Ravi]] where he taught for another fifteen years. Followers from all over came to settle in Kartapur to listen, and sing, and be with him. During this time, although his followers still remained Hindu, Muslim, or of the religion to which they were born, they became known as the Guru's disciples, or [[Sikh|sikhs]]. It was here his followers began to refer to him as teacher, or [[Guru|guru]]. The Guru told his followers that they were to be [[wikipedia:Household|householders]] and could not live apart from the world -- there were to be no [[wikipedia:Priest|priests]] or [[wikipedia:Hermit|hermits]]. Here is where the Guru instituted the [[Langar|common meal]], requiring the rich and poor, Hindu and Muslim, high caste and low caste, to sit together while eating. All worked together, all owned the town. Here is where Lehna, later to be [[Guru_Angad_Dev|Guru Angad]], came to be with Guru Nanak. <br />
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To this day in Gurdwaras from the Punjab around the world to California's Yuba City people of all religions and creeds can enjoy a wonderful evening of beautiful song, music and of course a hot friendly meal.<br />
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A well known legend, when Nanak met Babur (1483-1530) the Emperor of India offered him a shared pipe of [Bhang], Nanak replied that he had a bhang whose wonderful effects never wore off.<br />
Inquiring of Nanak where he could find such wonderful bhang - Nanak declined the emperor's offer, saying GOD the [SAT GURU] was his bhang.<br />
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===Bhai Gurdas ji's Var===<br />
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{{shabad|1|Bhai Gurdas Ji Vars p.1|The benefactor Lord listened to the cries (of humanity) and sent Guru Nanak to this world.<br />
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He washed His feet, eulogised God and got his Disciples drink the ambrosia of his feet.<br />
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He preached in this darkage (kaliyug) that, saragun (Brahm) and nirgun (Parbrahm) are the same and identical.<br />
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Dharma was now established on its four feet and all the four castes (through fraternal feeling) were converted into one caste (of humanity).<br />
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Equating the poor with the prince, he spread the etiquette of humbly touching the feet.<br />
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Inverse is the game of the beloved; he got the egotist high heads bowed to feet.<br />
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Baba Nanak rescued this dark age (kaliyug) and recited ‘satinam’ mantr for one and all.<br />
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Guru Nanak came to redeem the kaliyug.}}<br />
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<div align=right>'''[[Bhai Gurdas|Bhai Gurdas Ji Vars p.1]]'''</div><br />
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==The Guru leaves for his heavenly abode==<br />
[[Image:Sikhshawlburried.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Hindu samadh: Half shawl cremated and then buried here]]<br />
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'''Kartarpur''' ''(meaning: The City of God)'', was established by [[Guru Nanak]] in 1522<ref>http://www.sgpc.net/gurus/gurunanak.asp</ref>. On Asu sudi 10, 1596 Bikrmi [Monday September 22, 1539 AD] Guru Nanak breathed his last at Kartarpur. Since the Guru's followers had been raised as [[Hindu]]s or [[Muslim]]s (each of which had different methods of dealing with one's earthly remains), an argument arose over whether the Guru's body should be cremated or buried. Traditionally, Hindus cremate while Muslims bury the bodies of loved ones after death.<br />
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Ultimately it was decided that flowers would be placed by each group on his body. Whosoever's flowers were found withered the next morning would loose the claim. It is related that the next morning when the cloth sheet was removed the Guru's body was missing and both sets of flowers were found as fresh as when they were placed. <br />
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The two communities then decided to divide the cloth sheet that covered the Guru's body and together with the flowers that they had place, one burying it and the other consigning it to fire. Therefore, both a samadh (Hindu tradition monument of remembrance) lies in the Gurdwara at Kartarpur and a grave (according to Muslim traditions) lies on the premises as a reminder of this joint claim to Guru Nanak by both the communities. <br />
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The gurdwara is located next to a small village named Kothay Pind (village) on the West bank of the [[Ravi River]] in [[Punjab (Pakistan)|Punjab]], [[Pakistan]]. The original abode established by [[Guru Nanak]] was washed away by floods of the river Ravi. <br />
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The [[Gurudwara]] at Kartarpur can be seen from another Gurdwara located across the border at the historical town of [[Dehra Baba Nanak]] in [[India]] (It is not Dera, as so many people wrongly call it. Dehra is derived from the word Deh or body). Both sites are one of the holiest places in Sikhism located in the [[Majha]] region. <br />
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Recently, there has been lobbying to open the corridor for Sikhs from India to visit the shrine without any hindrance or visa. It lies only 3&nbsp;km from the border.<br />
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==Guru Nanak prakash diwas==<br />
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Now, the birthday of Guru Nanak is celebrated on the full moon day in [[November]]; below are the dates from 2000 to 2020:<br />
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|width=250px|'''Parkash Guru Nanak<br />
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|2000 ||11 Nov<br />
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|2001 ||1 Nov<br />
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|2002 ||20 Nov<br />
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|2003 ||9 Nov<br />
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|2004 ||26 Nov<br />
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|2005 ||15 Nov<br />
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|2006 ||5 Nov<br />
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|2007 ||24 Nov<br />
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|2008 ||13 Nov<br />
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|2009 ||2 Nov<br />
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|2010 ||21 Nov<br />
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|2011 ||10 Nov<br />
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* [[Bhai Lalo's Honesty]]<br />
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* [[Dukh Sukh]]<br />
* [[Guru Ji's Sickness]]<br />
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* [[Guru Nanak and Duni Chand]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak and the Sacred Thread]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak at School]]<br />
* [[Is there one God for the Rich, and one for the Poor?]]<br />
* [[Mardana Gives Clothes and Food]]<br />
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* [[Sajan the Robber]]<br />
* [[The Birth of the Guru]]<br />
* [[There is no Hindu and no Musalman]]<br />
* [[Watering the Crops]]<br />
* [[Walli Kandhari]]<br />
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* [[Mian Mitha]]<br />
* [[Hamza Gaus]]<br />
* [[Sheikh Brahm]]<br />
* [[Salis Rai Jouri]]<br />
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* [[GURU NANAK - By Puran Singh]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak Udasis]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak in Baghdad]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak in Tibet]]<br />
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* [[Guru Nanak in Tibet Quotes]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak in Nepal]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak Dev Ji's Third Udasi]]<br />
* [[Sikhism]]<br />
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* [[Sikhs]]<br />
* [[Sikh Sites]]<br />
* [[Dera Baba Nanak, Kartarpur (Ravi)]]<br />
* [[Kartarpur (Ravi)]]<br />
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* [[Guru Nanak: Bridge across all faiths]]<br />
* [[Establishment of Kartarpur]]<br />
* [[Nanakshahi calendar]]<br />
* [[Guru Nanak in Nepal]]<br />
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*[http://www.discoversikhism.com/sikh_gurus/sri_guru_nanak_dev_ji.html DiscoverSikhism - Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji] Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji is the founder of Sikhism and is the first of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Read about his life and stories here.<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smssikhism/gurus/gurunanakdevji/ Sikh Missionary Society]<br />
*[http://www.srigurunanaksahib.org Eternal Glory of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji]<br />
*[http://www.sikhvideos.org/guru-nanak-nirankar.htm Video on Guru Nanak Dev Ji]<br />
*[http://www.sikhismguide.org/gurus.shtml Guru Nank Dev Ji - SikhismGuide.org]<br />
*[http://allaboutsikhs.com/gurus/gurunanak.htm Allaboutsikhs.com]<br />
*[http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/guru-nanak-dev/ Guru Nanak Dev]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/SikhismCalendar3.asp Birth Date of Guru Nanak Sahib]<br />
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*[http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/people/nanak.shtml BBC on Guru Nanak]<br />
*[http://www.sikhs.org/guru1.htm Sikhs.org]<br />
*[http://www.info-sikh.com A wealth of information about Guru Nanak Dev Ji]<br />
*[http://www.indianetzone.com/2/guru_nanak.htm Complete information on Guru Nanak]<br />
*[http://www.sikh-history.com/sikhhist/gurus/nanak1.html Sikh-History.com]<br />
*[http://www.jargsahib.com/GuruNanak.html JargSahib.com]<br />
*[http://www.timeanddate.com/calendar/moonphases.html?year=2010&n=756 Moonphase, Pakistan (Lahore) ]<br />
*[http://www.gursewa.com Gursewa.com]<br />
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===eBooks:===<br />
*[http://www.sacred-texts.com/skh/tsr1/index.htm Max Arthur MacAuliff, ''The Sikh Religion, Vol 1, (The Life of Guru Nanak)'', Oxford University Press, 1909.]<br />
*[http://www.gurmat.info/sms/smspublications/gurunanakforchildren/ Guru Nanak Dev Ji (for Children)]<br />
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===Audio:===<br />
*[http://www.sikhism.com/playlists/play4.htm Sikhifm.com]<br />
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''Sikh Gurus, Their Lives & Teachings'', K.S. Duggal, p 14.<br />
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The following list gives links and summary of online resources on [[Sikhism]]:<br />
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* [http://www.discoversikhism.com/ DiscoverSikhism - Online Library]<br />
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* [http://www.sacred-texts.com/skh/tsr1/ The Sikh Religion, Volume 1 by Max Arthur MacAuliffe (1842-1913) Oxford University Press (1909)]<br />
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* [http://www.sacred-texts.com/skh/granth/index.htm Shri Guru Granth Sahib - Khalsa Consensus Translation]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhlionz.com/sikhsection1.htm SIKH SPIRITUALITY by www.sikhlionz.com]<br />
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'''Here is a list of Kirtan Websites on the World Wide Web.''' If you have created a website connected with [[Kirtan]] or know of someone else who has, feel free to add to the list in the alphabetic section (please do NOT add to the 'Featured section at the top'). In order to help the website stand out we recommend that you write a sentence or two giving SikhiWiki users a feel for the theme or content of the site.<br />
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*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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'''Featured Kirtan websites'''<br><br />
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* '''Sikhvideos.org''' A purely Nishkam initiative by Guru Nanak Daata Baksh Lai Mission, Chandigarh - [http://www.SikhVideos.org SikhVideos.org]. One of the first exclusive Videos website on Sikh Religion started in 2001, long before the Youtube era came. The youtube channel is also available at [http://www.youtube.com/user/sikhvideos SikhVideos channel].<br />
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* '''[[Rajkaregakhalsa.net]]''' A long established provider of free Kirtan: Downloaded all these videos at [http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.Net/video.htm RKK.net] or [http://www.Sikhee.com/video.html Sikkee.com] also see [http://uk.youtube.com/profile?user=RajKaregaKhalsanet Raj Karega Khalsa net - youtube video channel]. Audio download is also available at their 2 websites.<br />
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*'''[[ikirtan|iKirtan.com]]''' As part of the iSikh network, this site provides a huge number of '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere]<br />
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* '''[[Youtube|Sikhi video channels on youtube]]''' Many hundreds of videos connected with Sikhi and Gurbani kirtan. See also [http://uk.youtube.com/results?search_type=search_users&search_query=Sikhi Sikhi video channels on youtube]<br />
==Internet Radio/Video feeds== <br />
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* [http://gurbanifm.com/index_201203_around_the_globe.php '''Gurbani-FM 24 hour Gurbani kirtan radio'''] and in addition also Listen to Live Broadcast of Shabad Gurbani (Kirtan) From Sri Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple) Amritsar.<br />
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* [http://www.livekirtan.co.uk/ Live Kirtan from Golden Temple arranged by livekirtan.co.uk] Also live kirtan from other historic Gurdwaras<br />
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* [http://www.ikirtan.com/_live/ iKirtan Live video feed]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/gurbani Gurbani Media Center], [http://www.sikhnet.com/radio Sikhnet Radio] & [http://www.sikhnet.com/SikhNetTV Sikhnet TV]<br />
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* [http://amritkirtan.com/index.html '''Welcome To Amrit Kirtan'''] A site with kirtan by many famous ragis including Dr. Jagir Singh, Chairperson of Department of Gurmat Sangeet, Punjabi University, Patiala, and his youngest brother, Dr. Gurnam Singh, etc. and other kirtan articles including [http://www.amritkirtan.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page AmritKirtanWiki ]<br />
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* [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ AKJ Site] The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle. The Jathaa follows a strict discipline in keeping the Rehit of [[Guru Gobind Singh]] Jee. They also enjoy an active style of Keertan [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ .... Click here to read on.] '''Free Kirtan Downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.akjuk-bhaijagpalsingh.tk/ Akhand Kirtan downloadable mp3 ] this site is an akhand kirtan site, where you can download kirtan from various different akhand kirtanyees. videos areupdated weekly and requests can be made here aswell.<br />
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* [http://www.akhandkirtan24hrs.tk/ AKJ VIDEO KIRTAN 24hrs ] you can listen and watch akhand kirtan videos 24hrs 7 days a week, these are all new and old videos of the jatha from latest smagams. Videos are played 24hrs and can be listened at any time. Videos are mostly of AKJ UK but requests of videos can be made!!<br />
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* [http://www.ekhalsa.com/ 1). akj usa] [http://akjbc.ca/ 2). akj bc] [http://www.akhandkirtan.com/ 3). International akhand kirtan radio] Akhand Kirtani Jatha International sites: The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a spiritually uplifting sector under the umbrella of the Panth (The Global Sikh community) who follows the strict doctrinal teachings by the Sikh Guru's. Its primary activity is to recite the holy verses uttered by the Guru (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments - this practice is known as Kirtan and has been actively encouraged by the Guru Sahib. '''Free Kirtan Downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.baani.net/ Baani.Net] Live kirtan broadcasting and audio-video sharing community presenting exclusive multimedia content. Kirtan events are recorded and full length '''DVDs are home-delivered for free''' in India.<br />
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* [http://www.bhaitajvindersingh.com/ www.bhaitajvindersingh.com] Welcome to www.BhaiTajvinderSingh.com! All help with putting this project online has been owed to Akaal Purakh. The sole purpose of this project is to promote Keertan and tabla; as well as to spread the Guru's message - the Shabad. '''Free Kirtan Downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.calgarykeertan.com/node/1 Calgary Keertan] Kirtan from various Jathas in Calgary including: Raagi Bhai Parminder Singh (Ludiana Vale), Raagi Bhai Mohinder Singh (Sabka Hazoori Raagi Muksar Sahib), Raagi Bhai Harjeet Singh (DDT), Raagi Bhai Sandeep Singh (Hazoori Raagi Kesghar Sahib), Katha Vaachak Bhai Bachittar Singh, Kavishri Jatha To Be Announced<br />
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* '''[http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/sharedFiles/linktracker.aspx?name=PTBSRCDDRRadio Dashmesh Darbar Radio]'''- Live from Gurudwara Dashmesh Darbar Sahib Ji, New Jersey - 24/7 Live Gurbani, Katha, Kirtan & Dhadi.<br />
* ''' [http://www.discoversikhism.com www.DiscoverSikhism.com] 24/7 Live Gurbani, Katha, Kirtan from Sri Harmandir Sahib and other Indian Gurdwaras.<br />
Discover Sikhism, the Sikhs and their Gurus; the Gurus teachings, the sacrifices they made, their fight for freedom, their fight against inequality and injustice, the persecution they faced from musalmaan (muslims), their teachings on leading a charitable and honest life.'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhroots.com Ektaone - relaunched as Sikhroot]<br />
* [http://essenceofsikhi.com/audio/index.php?q=f&f=%2FAudio%2FKeertan%2FKeertaneeyaa Essence of Sikhi.com]<br />
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*[http://www.freedomandleela.com Freedom and Leela],[http://www.globalchants.com Freedom and Leela], [http://www.kirtan.20m.com '''Freedom and Leela'''], world music singers of [[Gurbani]][[Shabad]] [[Kirtan]], [[Gurmukhi]] Mantras and devotional chant music, Bhakti yoga tour the globe singing their mesmerizing sounds to millions of listeners. They conduct kirtan chant seminars and workshops, and share their Gurbani Kirtan, and Bhakti music at concerts, centers and [[Sikh]] [[Gurudwaras]].<br />
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==G==<br />
* [http://g5sikhmedia.co.uk/audio.html G5 Sikh Media] Our aim is to inspire and help young people that are keen to learn more about the Sikh faith, to connect you together and create a place in which you can come for help, support or inspiration with what ever you are doing. <br />
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* [http://www.gurudwara.co.nz Gurudwara Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji New Lynn, AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND ] Live Recordings and Studio Recordings of Bhai Ranjit Singh Hazoori Ragi and Jatha<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetdarbar.com/ '''Gurmat Sangeet Darbar'''] A virtual darbar of contemporary Gurmat Sangeet. High definition original recordings for kirtan in classical style. The purpose of sharing these recordings with the world is to propagate Gurbani through beautiful music in the purest* form, as prescribed by the Gurus (Sikh spiritual masters). It's a treasure and I hope it will be recognized as such by every listener. Needless to say that it is '''free'''.<br />
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* [http://www.gsghks.org.uk/kirtan.htm Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib - Manchester] Live recording of Manchester Annual Akhand Kirtan Smagam Dec 08 and others<br />
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* [http://gurmatgiangroup.wordpress.com/ '''Gurmat Gian Group'''] It is a Kirtan Group of Sikh Female Musicians conducted by Gurpreet Kaur. Other members at present are Keerat Kaur and Japjit Kaur. Also see [http://gurmatgiangroup.blogspot.com/ Gurmat Gian Group at wordpress]. This group has many CD recordings to its credit. In this Blog Shabad Videos of Gurmat Gian Group are available. You are welcome to visit this site and enjoy beautiful melodious Kirtan. Also see [[Gurmat Gian Group]] for more information. | '''Latest Album of this Group''' ..... ~ '''"Raag Ratan"''' ~ '''A Compilation of All the 31 Sudh Raags of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji'''. [http://gurmatgiangroup.com/2010/11/24/raag-ratan-31-sudh-raags-of-sri-guru-granth-sahib-ji/ ...'''See this Page'''] | Another New Album: 'Gauri Sagar' released.... All forms of Raag Gauri (12 forms) in Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji: [http://gurmatgiangroup.com/2012/05/13/gauri-sagar-compilation-of-all-forms-of-raag-gauri-in-sri-guru-granth-sahib-ji/ '''Gauri Sagar''']<br />
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* [http://gurmatchanan.com/ gurmatchanan.com] A comprehensive site offering free [[kirtan]] and [[katha]] audio and video download of hundreds of [[shabad]]s. Users may also upload their kirtan and katha collection to share with the cyber-sangat. **A MUST TRY SITE **<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.org/kirtan.html www.gurbani.org] Listen,enjoy and download the live-recorded Kirtan while surfing. In lieu of a commercially manufactured kirtan, our aim is to present a more natural kirtan. As an on-going effort, new Shabads are continually added. Please visit us again<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.net/audio/ www.gurbani.net] The Sikhpoint Radio provides an uninterrupted access to pure Gurbani, shabad kirtan and baanis, bestowing upon all, melodious divine pleasure for 24 hours a day.<br />
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*[http://gurbani.jogbir.com/ GURBANI CHANAN] Shabad Kirtan, Shabad Katha and Vichar to the lovers of Gurbani, Gur Shabad and Sikh Philosophy and Sikh Way of Life.<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/Pages/recordings.asp www.gurmatsangeetproject.com] The Gurmat Sangeet Project is delighted to make available high quality recordings that are reflective of the rich traditions of Gurmat Sangeet. '''Free Kirtan Downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.gurbaniupdesh.org/ Gurbani Updesh] This is a non-profit organization located in Fremont, California. The organization is working with world renowned Katha Vachak Giani Thakur Singh Ji Patialewale to provide Katha of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and Katha Suraj Prakash Granth. <br />
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* [http://gurmatveechar.com/ gurmatveechar.com] This site has Katha, Kirtan, comprehensive Gurbani download by Bhai Jarnail Singh (Damdami Taksal wale), videos of kirtan, pictures (some very unique old photos of reknowned Sikh personalites), literature (in Punjabi), '''Free Kirtan & Katha Downloads'''<br />
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*[http://www.gaavosachibani.net/ www.gaavosachibani.net] "Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh" to all the Sadhsangat Jio<br />
Through this site you can downloads Kirtan and Katha Samaagams held in Delhi.You can also download Kirtan from Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib Ji,Darbar Sahib Ji<br />
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* [http://www.bhaiharjindersingh.org/index.htm ''Official Web Site of Bhai Harjinder Singh Sri Nagarwala''] With blessing of Maharaj, we are now happy to bring you this dedicated website which will feature exclusive keertan, photos, and videos as well as bringing you the latest news about the jatha. Bookmark this website now because you will not want to miss out on the treats we have for you.<br />
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* [http://heerakirtan.com/home heera kirtan] Kirtan site of CharanJeet Singh "Heera", Delhi, India<br />
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| [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere] '''Free Kirtan Downloads'''<br />
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* '''[http://kirtanquest.net/ Kirtan Quest]''' Welcome to Kirtan Quest. At this Kirtan website you'll find a vast array of different Kirtan tracks, from old to new and many rare Kirtan tracks which took many years to collect and compile. It is our sincere hope that you enjoy our website and find that which you seek. <br />
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* [http://www.kirtanstore.com Kirtan Store com - Portal Gurbani CDs] Buy all Gurbani CDs DVDs MP3 at [http://www.KirtanStore.Com]<br />
*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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* [http://www.kabira.freeservers.com Kabira]: This website has great information on the Sikh religion and amazing Sikhism related photos and much much more!!!.<br />
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| [http://www.keertan.net/ keertan.net]: sister of Ikeertan (waheguroo network) , together total 1100GB of keertan ; '''Free Kirtan download'''! <br />
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* [http://kirtanblog.khalsahost.com/ Kirtan Blog] - dedicated to kirtan<br />
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* [http://www.kirtandarbar.org.uk/ kirtandarbar.org.uk] Simply to collect Kirtan information on the web and present in one easy interface without discrimination or affiliation to any group for the humanity and initiate new thinking and ways to promote kirtan in the world. '''Free Kirtan downloads''' via links<br />
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| [http://www.kirtansevauk.org/ Kirtan Sewa UK] The aim of [[Kirtan]] [[Seva]] UK, is to bring world famous Kirtani [[Jatha]]s to the UK! This can only be done through [[Guru]] Sahibs [[Kirpa]], and with the support of a number of [[Gurdwara]]s, Kirtan Seva UK is run by independent sevadars who enjoy kirtan, but are not attached to any particular Gurdwara! Kirtan Seva UK would like to thank Gurdwara Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar, Wolverhampton for their full support! Events arranged by Kirtan Seva UK team include Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2004 and Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2006. '''Free Kirtan download'''<br />
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* [http://shabad-kirtan-gurbani-kirtan.blogspot.com/ Listen And Download Shabad Gurbani Kirtan With Lyrics] The blog has a rich collection of shabad gurbani kirtan with full lyrics by various ragi jathas from all over india, the blog also features shabad kirtan videos and also has a list of shabad kirtan albums by various ragi jathas, you can also listen to live kirtan from darbar sahib amritsar.<br />
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* [http://yogaetmeditationparis.fr/kirtan-a-Paris/ Yoga and Meditation in Paris] This website of a yoga school in Paris, France, that regularly organizes kirtan evenings. Visit the site and see the dates and listen to recordings.<br />
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* [http://www.bhainiranjansinghjk.com/ ''Official Web Site of Bhai Niranjan Singh JK''] Bhai Sahib has been rendering Gurbani Kirtan in Various Ragas for over 22 years at religious and historical places throughout the world. Bhai Sahibs jatha has been blessed with the reputation of being amongst the most sought after Kirtani Jathas throughout the world and is regularly invited to do kirtan at many different countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia.<br />
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* '''[http://oxfordsikhs.com/SinghSabha/default.aspx OxfordSikhs.com]'''- Kirtan collection in each of 31 raags in Sri Guru Granth Saheb, Kirtan sorted by various Raagis, Live Kirtan from Shri Darbar Saheb.<br />
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* http://www.panthrattan.com'''[http://www.panthrattan.com]''' This is a site dedicated to the life and work of the late '''Bhai Jasbir Singh Khalsa''' who was the first and only parcharak ever to be formally conferred with the title of '''“Panthrattan”''' by Sri Akal Takth Sahib. This site contains, amongst other things, more than eighty hours of kirtan by Bhai Sahib. The site is not associated with any particular jatha and it is not an organization. Bhai Sahib’s style of kirtan was simple yet mesmerizing. <br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/default.aspx www.proudtobesikh.com] Listen to 100's of Shabads, Simran, etc<br />
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* [http://rajacademy.com/ rajacademy.com] Listen to online Kirtan - Real Player or Real Alternative is required to play these recordings and samples. <br />
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* [http://santanoopsingh.com/home.html ''Official Web Site of Sant Anoop Singh''] The Una Sahib dera is 200 years old, and is currently being served by the sewa of Sant Anoop Singh Ji with the blessings of Sant Baba Satnam Singhji. Besides promoting the mission of Bhai Kanhaiya Ji at this center, Sant Ji is very well known and respected in the Sikh Kirtan world. He is well versed in his travels throughout the world, including countries like the United States of America, England, Germany, France, Singapore and numerous others. <br />
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| '''[http://shabad-kirtan-gurbani-keertan.blogspot.com/ Download Shabad Kirtan Gurbani Keertan]''' Sikh Sangeet Hymns & Ragas Keertan from Hazuri Ragis, Also Download Shabad Kirtan.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhee.com Sikhee.com] A huge amount of Sikh multimedia aimed at uplifting your spirit. '''Free mp3s, photos and videos to download.'''<br />
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| '''[http://sikhisearch.com sikhisearch.com]''' The One Place For searching all the keertan sites simultaneously, we search on more than 30 sites (sites are added on request of our users, anyone can add) It searches for both downloadable as well as streaming media depending on your choice.<br />
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* [http://sikhsangeet.com Sikh Sangeet] Listen, Stream and Download high-quality MP3 files of Shabad Kirtan, Gurbani Uchaaran (Shri Guru Granth Sahib recital in MP3 format), Gurmat Veechar, Dharmik Songs, Live Recorded and Dhadi Vaaran. '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' <br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/Sikhnet/Music.nsf/by%20Format!OpenView&Start=1&Count=50&Expand=2#2 sikhnet.com] Hundreds of tracks of audio stream - press the + sign to expand the entry. (MP3 needs registration)<br />
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| '''[http://www.sikhroots.com/ sikhroots.com]''' Massive Kirtan Database - Niskam Sewa - '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' - this site replaces Ektaone which is now closed.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/ sikhvibes.com] Great collection of NEW/RARE kirtan recordings from smaagams, raensbayees and kirtan programs from around the world. Our kirtan section is updated every week ! Launched this year in January 2008, SikhVibes.com has grown to over 100 GB of free online recordings/videos and more ! '''Free Kirtan Katha and Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://sikhvibes.blogspot.com sikhvibes.blogspot.com] Updates on NEW Keertan files, Videos, Pictures and much much MORE !! Stay uptodate here with NEW additions to the site along with weekly Inspirational Posts and other News!! '''Visit our blog to stay uptodate !!'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/by-titles.htm sikhvideos.org] Special Video on Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji has been prepared as a humble Tribute on the 400th Sacred Martyrdom Day. Please watch the Video titled "Bhane Jevad Hor Daat Nahi". Please also watch the first volume titled "Satgur Mera Sarab Pritpalai", "Satgur Mera Maar Jeevalai", etc. It is available for free viewing here. Videos, kirtan and katha of Sikh history - '''Free Kirtan Katha Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhsoul.com/ sikhsoul.com] Updates are as Follows: - More Bani has been added! Accapella Jatha's Keertan added! New Article of the week! Audio Is Updated daily!!<br />
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* [http://www.4shared.com/network/search.jsp?sortType=1&sortOrder=1&sortmode=2&searchName=sikh&searchmode=2&searchName=sikh&searchDescription=&searchExtention=&sizeCriteria=atleast&sizevalue=10&start=0 4shared Sikhi related files] Download Kirtan files and others<br />
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* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/audio/gn-2.htm srigurugranthsahib.org] Real audio streaming audio Kathas based on the sayings of Baba Nand Singh ji with Kirtan.<br />
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* [http://www.sonapreet.net/ sonapreet.net] Conveniently links to various audio, video and other sites<br />
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* [http://waheguroo.com/ Waheguroo.com:] Established in 2000, Waheguroo! Network is the fastest growing Sikhi portal on the net. which includes Waheguroo network | waheguroo forum | keertan.net | Khalsa.TV | Kathaa.net | Hukam.Waheguroo.com | Panthic.org | panthic radio | panthic weekly news etc.<br />
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* [[Youtube.com]] Links to kirtan ans Sikhi video at YouTube.com<br />
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* [http://www.sikhwisdom.com/download_katha.asp sikhwisdom.com] - Download katha files<br />
* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/SharedFiles/linktracker.aspx?name=PTBSKATHAS Proudtobesikh] - Listen to kathas<br />
* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/kirtan/index.php?q=f&f=%2FKatha-AudioBooks-Speeches sikhvibes.com] - Download Katha files<br />
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<div>'''Sikhi websites'''<br />
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* [[Kirtan websites]]<br />
* [[Sikh websites]]<br />
* [[Sikh Bloggers|Sikh blogs]]<br />
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* [http://www.discoversikhism.com/ DiscoverSikhism.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhnet.com/ Sikhnet.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhchic.com/ Sikhchic.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhism.com/ Sikhism.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.org/topics.htm Sikhs.org]<br />
* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/ BBC]<br />
* [http://www.srigranth.org/servlet/gurbani.gurbani?S=y Srigranth.org]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.nl/ Sikhs.nl]<br />
* [http://panthic.org/ Panthic Weekly]<br />
* [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhitothemax.com Sikhi to the Max]<br />
* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/ SriGuruGranthSahib.org]<br />
* [http://www.sikhreview.org/archives.html Sikh Review]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsangat.org/ Sikh Sangat]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpioneers.org/ Sikh Pioneers]<br />
* [http://www.nishkamcanada.org/ NishkamCanada]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/Sikhism11.asp Sikh Coalition]<br />
* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com Proud-to-Be-Sikh]<br />
* [http://www.sikhspectrum.com/ SikhSpectrum]<br />
* [http://www.panthkhalsa.org/ Panth Khalsa]<br />
* [http://www.bsingh.dsl.pipex.com/index.html Sikh Spirit]<br />
* [http://allaboutsikhs.com Sikhi Gateway]<br />
* [http://www.gurmat.info/sms/ Sikh Missionary]<br />
* [http://www.rajkaregakhalsa.net/ Raj Karega Khalsa]<br />
* [http://www.dyasinghworldmusicgroup.com/ Dya Singh]<br />
* [http://www.esikhs.com/ eSikhs.com]<br />
* [http://www.gurbani.org/ Gurbani]<br />
* [http://www.projectnaad.com/ project Naad]<br />
* [[Non-English Sikhi sites|non-English sites]]<br />
* [http://www.sikhitube.com/index.php Sikhi tube]<br />
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* [http://www.mrsikhnet.com Mr Sikhnet] <br />
*[http://www.solarider.org/blog Solarider]<br />
*[http://thelangarhall.com/ The langar hall]<br />
*[http://manvirsingh.blogspot.com/ Manvir Singh Khalsa]<br />
*[http://mannikaurdulai.blogspot.com/ Manni's Travels]<br />
*[http://prabhukhalsa.blogspot.com/ Prabhu's Blog] <br />
*[http://www.lehigh.edu/~amsp/blog.html Amardeep Singh]<br />
*[http://compassionatekaur.blogspot.com DKaur]<br />
*[http://tuhitu.blogspot.com/ Sakhi Collection]<br />
*[http://naam-jor.blogspot.com/ Naam Jor]<br />
*[http://rskhalsa.blogspot.com/ rsingh]<br />
*[http://sikhswim.com/ Sikhswim]<br />
*[http://www.drsavi.com/ Dr Savi]<br />
*[http://korematsu.blogspot.com/ DNSI]<br />
*[http://mistersingh.wordpress.com/ Kudimaari]<br />
*[http://www.dhanterisikhi.blogspot.com/ Dhan teri Sikhi]<br />
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<div>'''Here is a list of the most important Sikhs websites on the World Wide Web.''' If you have created a website or know of someone else who has, feel free to add to the list. In order to help the website stand out we recommend that you write a sentence or two giving SikhiWiki users a feel for the theme or content of the site.<br />
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* [http://www.amritsarovar.com A Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib & Sikhism '''AmritSarovar.com'''] Completely dedicated Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) Amritsar (India).Offers Downloadable Gurbani Kirtan and Wallpapers, Latest News and articles on Sri Harmandir Sahib with full tourist section.A Completely Dedicated [http://forum.amritsarovar.com SIKHISM FORUM]to share views on sikhism issues and meet others from around the world. '''Free Gurbani & Kirtan Downloads'''<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhphilosophy.net About Sikh Religion] A website with comprehensive English Translations of Gurbani, Gurbani MP3 downloads - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhglory.alagshabadyug.org/index.php Alag Shabad Yug Trust Ludhiana] is an organization which distributes soul uplifting and character building high quality literature free of cost to the ambitious readers throughout the world. This Trust is formulated with a noble view in mind to apprise the world habitat the most valuable principles propounded in Gurbani and Sikh idealism through the free distribution of high quality literature in Panjabi, Hindi, English and various other languages. <br />
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* [http://www.allaboutsikhs.com All About Sikhs] Gateway to Sikhism: Has comprehensive details of Sikhi topics - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.SIkhismOnPhone.com SIkhNetwork SMS] Subscribe for free on SikhismOnPhone.com and receive free Sikhism SMS.<br />
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'''Akhand Kirtan Jatha websites:''' <br />
:* [http://www.akj.org www.akj.org] and also [http://www.akjuk.tk/ AKJ UK Site] - The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a Sikh organisation which actively promotes the Gursikh lifestyle, as taught by the Sikhs' Guru. It's primary activity is to recite the holy verses of our Guru (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments.<br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org/skins/one/ AKJ Canada Site] The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle. The Jathaa follows a strict discipline in keeping the Rehit of [[Guru Gobind Singh]] Jee. They also enjoy an active style of Keertan [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org.au/ AKJ Australia] The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a spiritually uplifting Jatha under the umbrella of Akal Takhat (Icon of 'SACH KHAND' i. e. 'REALM of TRUTH GOD' for HUMANITY) who strictly follows the Commandments of SGGS(Sachy Guran De Granth Sahib). Its primary activity is to propogate the holy teachings of TRUTH GOD (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments - this practice is known as Kirtan. <br />
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* [http://www.amritbani.com/index.htm Welcome to AmritBani.com] '''Beautiful Site - Highly recommended.''' Amrit Bani Radio is dedicated in propagating the message of Sri Guru Nank Dev Ji 24 hours a day and seven days a week throughout the UK and Europe via digital satellite channel 926, and across the world on www.amritbani.com. Programmes include Gurbani, Santhia, discussion shows, Keertan, Katha, health and many more. <br />
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:''' I got a notice asking me to update Flip 4- (Mac user). Trying a second time I got a blank page and no notice, however double clicking on the white page - started the sound. <br />
::Though the big woofer (speaker sans cover) on the left front (first) page clearly says '''Listen Live''', as it is in Black and white it does not stand out and you are told to click on the 'speaker' button after reading several paragraphs. This note added for others who are a little slow like myself.'''<br />
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* [http://www.baisakhi1999.org Baisakhi1999.org:- Eternal Glory of Guru Gobind Singh Ji and The Khalsa]<br />
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* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/ BBC on Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://www.bsingh.dsl.pipex.com/index.html B Singh presents Sikh Spirit: Articles on the Sikh faith]<br />
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* [http://www.bcsikhyouth.com/ BC Sikh Youth.com: ] Sikh Youth of British Columbia<br />
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* [http://www.bhagatsinghthind.com/Welcome.html www.bhagatsinghthind.com The first Sikh to join the US Army]<br />
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* [http://www.liddar.ca/ Bhupinder Singh Liddar] <br />
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===Books===<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more<br />
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* [http://www.singhbrothers.com/singhbrothers.htm SINGH BROTHERS] Based in [[Amritsar]], [[Punjab]] [[India]], publishing Books on [[Sikhism]]and Punjabi Literature since 1940. Maintaining the biggest ever collection of books on Sikhism in English, Punjabi and other languages. Suppliers of English/Punjabi/Indian books world-wide. Undertaking multi-coloured printing jobs with latest Hi-tech printing & binding machinery. Supplying quality musical instruments and attractive Sikh artifacts to the Sikh institutions world-wide. Providing all audio/video cassettes and CDs of Sikh Kirtan and Sikh themes to the Punjabi’s settled abroad.<br />
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* [http://www.dasmeshdarbar.com Dashmesh Darbar] Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar - Based in British Columbia, Canada <br />
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* [http://www.damdamitaksal.com Damdami Taksal] is the travelling Sikh university, which was founded by our Father Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee to impart 'a deeper' knowledge of Gurmat to Sikhs. Its 'unbroken lineage of Jathedars', who carry the Teer as did Guru ji, each a Bhram Giani, have led the Taksal throughout Sikh history . [[ Baba Deep Singh]], [[Bhai Mani Singh]], [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] and [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]] are legendary 'larger than life' Shaheeds of Sikhi they, like their fellow Jathedars, spent their lives in selfless service of the Khalsa Panth.<br />
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The following is a list of the Jathedars in order - some controversy over the death of the 14th Jathedar (and the great respect that Sikhs hold for him) has caused some confusion over using the words - unbroken lineage of Jathedars.<br />
::*[[Guru Gobind Singh]] ►[[ Baba Deep Singh]] ► [[Bhai Mani Singh]] ► [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Soorat Singh]] ► [[Jathedar Bhai Gurdas Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Sant Singh]] ► [[Sant Daya Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Bhagvan Singh]] ► [[Sant Harnam Singh Bedi]] ► [[Sant Bishan Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Sundar Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Kartar Singh Khalsa Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]]. <br />
Baba Thakur Singh, who took over as the acting head of the Damdami Taksal in June 1984, was called by some as the 15th Jathedar -- a title which he refused to use. Untill his death he allowed no one to take the title as he said that one day Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale would return to resume his duties. Baba Thakur Singh served as the acting jathedar [leader] of the taksal for 20 years after the death of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale in June 1984. A controversy has continued with Baba Harnam Singh Dhuma being appointed as the 15th (some say 16th) Jathedar with other organizations labeling Bhai Ram Singh as the 16th Jathedar. Though now declared Saheedi many Sikhs continue to think Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as the head of the famous institution.<br />
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* ''' [http://www.dashmeshpictures.com Dashmesh Pictures]''' Representing the Sikh voice through art and film.<br />
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* [http://www.desinuska.com Desi Nuska - Unbelievable Remedies]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.Dhadrianwale.com www.Dhadrianwale.com]''' ...The Official Website for Gurdwara Parmeshar Dwar Sahib (in Shekpura, Patiala, Punjab, India)...providing mass multimedia and dates of the Gurmat Diwaans held by [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]] all around India...<br />
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* ''' [http://dhansikhi.webs.com www.dhansikhi.webs.com] ''' ...Dhan Sikhi is a website based on sikhism. The website is updated weekly with articles about sikhism, Sikh Itihaas and Gurudwaras. The site has a forum where users can ask questions or doubts regarding sikhism.<br />
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* ''' [http://www.discoversikhism.com www.DiscoverSikhism.com] Discover Sikhism, the Sikhs and their Gurus; the Gurus teachings, the sacrifices they made, their fight for freedom, their fight against inequality and injustice, the persecution they faced from musalmaan (muslims), their teachings on leading a charitable and honest life.'''<br />
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* [http://www.ektaone.com/index.php/ ektaone.com] Massive Kirtan Database - Niskam Sewa - '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' (Also, has now been replaced by [http://www.sikhroots.com/ sikhroots.com]<br />
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* [http://www.esikhs.com/ www.esikhs.com] Articles & Sakhis about Sikhism.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbanieducation.com '''GurbaniEducation.com''' - A site with hundreds of melodious Gurbani kirtans for free download] The sole purpose of this website is to spread the light of Gurbani in the world filled with the darkness of ignorance<br />
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* [http://www.gujri.org/index.html gujri.org] We are a non-profit organization established to promote Punjabi culture. It is our commitment to facilitate and support Punjabi culture through education, the arts and community service.<br />
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* [http://www.gobindsadan.org Gobindsadan] Rooted in the Sikh tradition and the universal teachings of its Gurus, Gobind Sadan, "God's House Without Walls," is an international interfaith community currently with centers in India, and in the U.S., which has grown out of Baba Virsa Singh ji's vision for world peace.<br />
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* [http://www.ggsacademy.com ggsacademy.com] Prof Darshan Singh Khalsa: is chairman of Guru Granth Sahib Web Academy. Born in Nov 1940 in village Sur Singha of erstwhile Punjab (now in Pakistan), he has been serving Sikh sangat throughout the world with keertan and katha sewa for the last 40 years. He remained at sewa of Akal Takht Sahib in the most turbulent time of the 20th century for Sikhs, from 1987 - 1990. He can be contacted at (905) 970-0520 or through email at dsinghsahib at ggsacademy dot com<br />
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* [http://www.gurdwarajobs.com Gurdwara Jobs: Gurdwaras listing worldwide and Capable staff for it]<br />
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* [http://www.guruangaddev.com Guruangaddev.com: Guru Angad Dev - Khadoor Sahib]<br />
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* [http://www.gurudwarasofindia.com GURUDWARAS OF INDIA] - The well known and the not so well known Gurudwaras in different parts of the country and their brief history, significance and 'exclusive' pictures taken by me on my recent visit(s) there !<br />
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*[http://www.gsghks.org.uk/ Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib Ji] at 12 Sherborne Street, Manchester, M3 1FE (UK). Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib, does not believe in committees therefore the Gurdwara is run solely by the sevadaars of the Gurdwara Sahib. Based in the heart of Manchester, Gurdwara Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji is one of the most renowned Gurdwaras in England.Our motto: SEVA, SIMRAN and GURMAT is our basis for how the Gurdwara runs today. <br />
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*[http://gurdwara-of-hertfordshire.org/index.html Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Hitchin] Radcliffe Road, Tel: +44 (0) 1462 432993. The Gurdwara is open for worship daily from 6.00 am to 8.30 pm. There are two full time priests who conduct the regular daily service. The attendance in the weekly congregation on Sundays is approximately 200. On special occasions and other anniversaries in the Sikh Calendar the attendance reaches to about 400.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.org/ Gurbani.org: ] Reflections on Gurbani - This website is dedicated to experiencing deeper Realization of the Gurbani (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS, the eternal Guru of the Sikhs). Various themes mentioned in the Gurbani are being reflected upon through the Gurbani As It Is (please see the Gurbani Articles). These Gurbani Reflections are written in simple to read language, without the esoteric mumble jumble. [http://www.gurbani.org/ .... Click here to read on.] <br> <br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/index.htm GurmatSangeetProject.com] This website is dedicated to these seven children, whose desire to learn and the tremendous energy they poured into the study of Gurmat Sangeet over the past four years, was the primary inspiration for the Gurmat Sangeet; Notation; Compositions; Recoding by various ragis; Articles; etc<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/ Gurmat Studies.com : ]<br />
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* ''' [http://bhaisahib.restoringthepride.com Bhai Gurdarshan Singh]''' Gurmat, kirtan, and thoughts of Bhai Sahib Gurdarshan Singh of Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (Rockville, MD).<br />
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* ''' [http://www.gurmatstudy.com Gurmat Study]''' Gurmat, Free Monthly e-zine, Gurpurab Alerts, Gurmat Programs, Gurmat based Mutimedia, Gurbani Kirtan, Sikh Rehat Maryada<br />
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|[http://www.g5sikhmedia.co.uk '''G5 Sikh Media - Sikh Social Enterprise'''] '''G5 Sikh Media is an Award winning Sikh Social Enterprise teaching Sikhs and Non-Sikhs about the Sikh faith through a visually exciting way. G5 Sikh Media also help promote and recognise young Sikhs aross the U.K and sell Sikh merchandise.'''<br />
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|[http://www.gurbanifm.com '''Gurbani FM - 24 Hrs Internet Gurbani Radio'''] Listen to Gurbani 24 Hrs. Just open the site and gurbani shabad starts, No Buffering.....This site also serve you very nice Wallpapers. Daily Hukamnama from Sri Darbar Sahib is updated. Another great feature of this website is Live Broadcast of Kirtan Darbars from different places in Punjab.<br />
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* [http://www.gurugranthdarpan.com '''SatGurBani DARPAN''']'''ONE place for Gurbani Lovers seeking, logically / grammatically / socially / politically / thematically / philosophically correct translation, encompassing all available interpretations. Life time work of Bhai Veer Singh & Prof Sahib Singh dedicated to nothing but [[1|GURMAT]].'''<br><br><br />
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* [http://www.hypersuper.com/search.jsp?search=sikh HyperSuper.com - Search Engine] selected to give Sikh news from various news sources<br />
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== I ==<br />
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* [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere]<br />
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* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/sikhism.htm Ikonkar.com]<br />
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* [http://www.ik13.com/isher_micro_media_2005.htm ik13.com]ik13.com a site with software resources such as twarikh guru khalsa( Gur pratap surj Granth),full line by linetranslation of sri guru granth sahib ; vaaran Bhai gurdas Ji and many more.<br />
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* http://www.itihaasakgurudwaras.com/ : A webiste Contain whole information about the historical gurdwaras word wide and sacred belongings of gurus. The website is under construction.<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more <br><br />
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* [http://www.kirtanstore.com Kirtan Store com - Portal Gurbani CDs] Buy all Gurbani CDs DVDs MP3 at [http://www.KirtanStore.Com]<br />
*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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* [http://www.kathaa.net/ Katha.net (waheguroo network)]: This website is an amazing resource for anyone seeking deep information about philosophy of the Sikh religion.<br />
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* [http://www.kabira.freeservers.com Kabira]: This website has great information on the Sikh religion and amazing Sikhism related photos and much much more!!!.<br />
* [http://www.keertan.net/ keertan.net]: sister of Ikeertan (waheguroo network) , together total 1100GB of keertan ; '''Free Kirtan download'''! <br />
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* [http://www.kirtandarbar.org.uk/ kirtandarbar.org.uk] Simply to collect Kirtan information on the web and present in one easy interface without discrimination or affiliation to any group for the humanity and initiate new thinking and ways to promote kirtan in the world. '''Free Kirtan downloads''' via links<br />
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* [http://www.kirtansevauk.org/ Kirtan Sewa UK] The aim of [[Kirtan]] [[Seva]] UK, is to bring world famous Kirtani [[Jatha]]s to the UK! This can only be done through [[Guru]] Sahibs [[Kirpa]], and with the support of a number of [[Gurdwara]]s, Kirtan Seva UK is run by independent sevadars who enjoy kirtan, but are not attached to any particular Gurdwara! Kirtan Seva UK would like to thank Gurdwara Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar, Wolverhampton for their full support! Events arranged by Kirtan Seva UK team include Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2004 and Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2006. '''Free Kirtan download'''<br />
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* [http://www.khalsa.tv/ khalsa.tv (waheguroo network) The first Sikh TV Station ; free]<br />
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* [http://WWW.khalsaforce.net KHALSAFORCE: Dedicated to Khalsa]<br />
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*[http://www.khalsaaid.org/ Khalsa Aid is an international non-profit aid and relief organization founded on the Sikh principles of SEWA]<br />
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* [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/ Khalsa Camp: Discover The Spirit Within] Khalsa Camp a well-established name which represents the highest quality and most inspirational Sikh camp available in the world. At Khalsa Camp, our aim is to provide everyone who attends with as much knowledge of the Guru's teachings, as many answers to questions and as much experience of the Sikh way of life as possible - and all within just a few days! [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com/ Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com]: The Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh project is an open invitation to anyone to catalog the Bani from Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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Maritime Sikh Society<br />
* http://maritimesikhsociety.com/mss.html Maritime Sikh Society] 10 Parkhill Road, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3P 1R3 Ph : (902)-477-0008 Nova Scotia, Canada's ocean playground, started attracting Sikhs to its beautiful land in the early nineteen sixties. Most of the Sikhs who came here were teachers, engineers and doctors. Among them, Gajinder Singh Chowdhury is believed to be the first Sikh to reach Nova Scotia. Landing in Ottawa in 1958 from UK, he moved to Halifax in 1959....<br />
* [http://maritimesikhsociety.com/press.html MSS in the news]<br />
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* [http://www.maskeensahib.com/?p=p_1&sName=HOME Welcome to the Maskeen Sahib web site] This site contains recordings of Our beloved Panth Ratan Giani Sant Singh Ji Maskeen. Although Maskeen Sahib is no longer with us, we thank Waheguru that much of his invaluable kathas are recorded. Kathas are offered on the DOWNLOADS page for download in mp3 format<br />
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* [http://sikhmoviesreviews.blogspot.com Movie reviews by a Sikh] Critical reviews of Bollywood and Hollywood movies from a Sikh parent.<br />
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* '''[http://www.MyGuruJi.com www.MyGuruJi.com : World's First Computerised Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji]''' <small>You can Download the complete Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji in Gurmukhi, English Translation and the Transliteration from this website. It comes with complete search and find capabilities. For more information, please email [mailto://PAL@MyGuruJi.com Pal@MyGuruJi.com]<br />
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Article from the Computer Times, Singapore : MyGuruJi In the Media... Computerised prayers The Singapore Sikh community is using technology, including the Web and PDAs, to keep in touch with the religious side of their roots.<br />
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A giant screen beaming Computer presentations to a rapt audience may seem run-of-the-mill at a business seminar. But the 500 men, women and children who had gathered in the cavernous hall of the Katong Sikh Temple were not at any seminar. They were there to pray. Sikh prayers and hymns or kirtans are written in the ancient script, Gurmukhi, which many members of the community here in Singapore do not understand. <br />
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Earlier, temple volunteers used to photocopy and distribute scraps of paper containing translations before each prayer meeting, which was cumbersome and uneconomical. So a handful of technology-savvy community members came up with the idea of using a PowerPoint presentation instead. PowerPoint presentations contain not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in Gurmukhi and Roman scripts.<br />
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Mr Sarjit Singh, 34, a volunteer at the Silat Road Sikh Temple, explained: "The English translations particularly help young community members appreciate the values embedded in our daily prayers better." The presentation contains not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in both Gurmukhi and the Roman scripts.</small><br />
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*'''N'''..[http://www.njsikhs.com NJ Sikhs]<br />
* [http://www.newsikhs.co.nr/ Newsikhs] Website created for those interested in Sikhi & those who are new to Sikhism....<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarthath.co.uk/ Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar], a Global Charitable Organisation, initiated by Sant Baba Amar Singh Ji in 1972, is a Lineage of Sikh Saints and is devoted to the objective of '''spreading the universal message of [[Sikhism]]'''. It promotes the three ideals of Sikhism;<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarkaleran.net/ www.nanaksarkaleran.net is the official website of Nanaksar Kaleran, Jagraon], The founder of Thaath Nanaksar was Baba Nand Singh Ji, whose unparalleled Tapasya and sewa of Shri Guru Granth Sahib ji proved the words of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji that Guru Granth Sahib is a Living/Pargat Guru of Sikhs. This website publishes daily hukamnama of Shri Guru Granth Saheb ji from Nanak Sar Kaleran, Jagraon, Also Katha, Kirtan and rare videos posted frequently;<br />
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* [http://www.nishkam.org/ Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council’s web site (Nishkam)]<br />
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* [http://www.nishkamcanada.org/ Nishkamcanada.org: A small Sikh charity showing how a little compassion goes a long way]<br />
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* ॥'''ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ10'''॥.'''ORG''' [http://patshahi10.org Patshahi10.Org: Website on the revolutionary bani of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib]: www.Patshahi10.Org is the most intensive and influential website on the sacred bani of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. This website is committed towards disseminating constructive understanding of Guru Sahib's bani. Articles and writings of some of the most prominent contemporary Sikh scholars, thinkers, academicians, and leaders are regularly published here. This website also serves as a primary multimedia resource facilitating the prachaar of Gurbani. www.Patshahi10.Org aims at propagating Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's writings in a positive spirit.<br />
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* [http://www.punjabiheritage.org/ punjabiheritage.org] The Punjabi American Heritage Society was founded in 1993 with the purpose of promoting friendship and understanding with other communities and helping our younger generation getting connected to their roots. The Punjabi American Heritage Society is a nonprofit, non-political and secular organization.<br />
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* [http://www.pagrihouse.com Online pagree store]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com Proudtobesikh - Multimedia Website] Download and connect to Gurbani kirtan, katha and other Sikhi media including paath, nitnem, text, presentations, etc.<br />
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* [http://www.panthicradio.com/ Panthic Radio (waheguroo network)] Now you can enjoy Gurbani, keertan, kathaa and simran 24/7 with just one click of the mouse.<br />
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* [http://news.waheguroo.com/ Panthic Weekly (waheguroo network)] weekly news from around the world related to the Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://www.panthkhalsa.org/ Panthkhalsa.org: Fort Panth Khalsa] Information on Sikh Nation.<br />
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* [http://www.prabhmilnekachao.com Prabh Milne Ka Chao]<br />
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* [http://www.punjabidish.com Punjabi Dish: Punjabi food Worldwide]<br />
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* '''[http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.net Raj Karega Khalsa Network]''' This site is run by [[sangat]] for sangat and could not be run without the donation of media content - audio, video, presentations, literature, images, and other uploads by yourselves. '''Download free images, Kirtan, Katha, Literature, etc.'''<br />
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* [http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.com Raj Karega Khalsa .com Website]<br />
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* [http://www.rootsgear.com/ RootsGear.com (T-Shirts Etc.): Connecting you to your Roots]<br />
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* [http://www.realsikhism.com/ Real Sikhism.com]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.restoringthepride.com RestoringThePride.com]''' The home of Dashmesh Pictures, and other Pro-Sikh artworks.<br />
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* [http://www.retiredsikhs.com/ Retired Sikhs - The Experienced People]<br />
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Thanks to Chandigarh-based Amritpal Singh’s “online” intervention, which assures the elderly a life beyond sunset years. The effort is ingenuous as it promises retired Sikhs all and any assistance they require. Whether it is about opening a bank account, getting a new passport, hiring a maid or seeking productive engagement, Amritpal Singh’s portal www.retiredsikhs.com offers every solution. All it requires is registration, following which a person’s profile becomes available on a global database which is accessed every minute by a range of service providers, globally. <br />
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* ''' [http://www.ruhanisatsangusa.org/kirpal.htm ruhanisatsangusa.org]''' "To fill the human heart with compassion, mercy and universal love, which should radiate to all countries, nations and peoples of the world. To make a true religion of the heart as the ruling factor in one's life. To enable each one to love God, love all, serve all, and have respect for all, as God is immanent in all forms. My goal is that of oneness. I spread the message of oneness in life and living. This is the way to peace on earth. This is the mission of my life, and I pray that it may be fulfilled."<br />
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* [http://www.sabadvartara.org Sabadvartara] This web-site promotes 'The Gur Sabad', 'Naam Abhiass' and delivers the truthful meaning of the Sabads in the Guru Granth Ji. It also provides access to the 'Sabad Vartara Tape Index' and various audio recordings.<br />
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* [http://www.saldef.org/default.aspx saldef.org] The Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF) is the oldest and largest Sikh American national non-profit civil rights and educational organization. We empower Sikh Americans through legal assistance, educational outreach, legislative advocacy, and media relations.<br />
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* [http://www.shoorsaini.com Shoorsaini.com]: Complete resource on the Saini community of Punjab <br />
*[http://www.sainionline.com SainiOnline.com]:A resource that includes detailed information about Saini Sikhs, including their historical origin, and their contribution to Sikhi and Sikh Martyrdom.<br />
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* [http://www.saintsoldiers.net/ saintsoldiers.net]<br />
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* [[Image:santsipahilogo.jpg|200px|left]][http://www.santsipahi.org Sant Sipahi: The Oldest Panthic Magazine]: Now in the 60th year of its publication, ’Sant Sipahi’, the oldest Punjabi Panthic monthly magazine, was started in the year 1945 by veteran statesman, 'Panth Rattan' Master Tara Singh. Ever since its inception it has been instrumental in creating public awareness and has always been the forerunner opinion maker. Right from its inception ‘Sant Sipahi has always stood by the Sikh Principles and, taking inspiration from 'Gurbani', 'Gur-Itihaas' and 'Sikh Rehat Maryada', has guarded the Sikh interests. Committed to safeguarding the ideology of the Akal Takhat Sahib, it has always acted as a panthic watchdog taking up some bold initiatives on Sikh social and panthic issues. At present it is being edited by eminent Sikh scholar and Sikh Legislative affairs expert Sardar Gurcharanjit Singh Lamba<br />
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* ''' [http://www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com]''' ...The Official International Website for the renowned Gurmat Parchaarak of the Sikh Panth, [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]]...providing mass multimedia and information of International Gurmat Visits by the Jathebandhi...<br />
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* [http://shaheedanewafa.googlepages.com/home Shaheedan - E - Wafa] <----- Read It Online<br />
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* [http://www.saraibooking.com/ Sarai Booking - Book for Gurdwara Staying and Planning your Pilgrimage ]<br />
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* [http://www.sevatothemax.com/blog/ Singhs as Crossroads] Seva to the Max.com - SevaToTheMAX is an Internet resource that is designed to provide interesting content for the propagation of Sikh missionary work across the world.<br />
* [http://www.searchgurbani.com Search Gurbani: Gurbani Research Website] '''Pathway to God''' - THE Guru Granth Sahib is indeed unique in its thought, literary expression and the message it continues to communicate centuries after it was written. Exalted thought needs to be transported on the vehicle of language to reach the masses. Poetic expression lifts prose to a higher plane. When verse and music meld, their beauty and sweetness makes mind transcend the humdrum of rational existence.<br />
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* [http://www.sgpc.net/index.html SGPC.NET: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee]<br />
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* [http://www.shrg.net/ shrg.net] The Sikh Human Rights Group (SHRG) is a group of volunteers and activists with a mutual interest in the protection and promotion of human rights, the peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of the agencies of the United Nations to reflect the needs of the people rather than the states.<br />
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* [http://www.simran.info simran.info]<br />
* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha]<br />
* [http://www.sikhroots.com SikhRoots]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.org Sikh.Org]<br />
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* [http://sikhbytes.guroocities.com/akhand.htm Sikh Bytes] Kirtan & Video Downloads<br />
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* [http://www.scys-online.org Sikh Community & Youth Service (SCYS)]<br />
* [http://www.sikhchamber.com/ sikhchamber.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/Sikhism11.asp Sikh Coalition.org: Defends civil rights]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcouncilusa.org/ sikhcouncilusa.org]<br />
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* [http://www.sikh.dk Sikh Denmark]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhee.com Sikhee.com] A wealth of Sikh articles and multimedia aimed at uplifting your spirit. '''Free mp3s, photos and videos to download.'''<br />
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* [http://www.informaworld.com/rsfo Sikh Formations] An interdisciplinary journal founded to understand Sikhs, Sikhism, and Sikh Identity within the context of a new and dynamic setting that embraces globalisation, trans-nationalism, and other related processes.'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikh-history.com/ Sikh-History.com: History of the Sikhs]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhimedia.net/share/index.php SikhiTube.Com] was founded in November 2006 and is a sharing sikh media site for people to watch and share original Sikh Videos worldwide through a Web experience.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhisearch.com SikhiSearch.com] A '''gurbani Multimedia Search engine''', which searches for keertan, Katha , shabads either in Audio/video (downloadable and streaming) or Readable format depending on Your search prefrences. Sikhi search do not contain any of this material it just searches all the sikh sites mentioned here and all others those are available to us. We hav also created a directory of websites related to sikhism, a list of all available sikhism '''Radio Stations''', and sikhism '''Wallpapers'''.<br><br></div><br />
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* [http://www.sikhitothemax.com Sikhi to the Max] SGGS( Sacy Guran De Granth Sahib ) on line. Gurbani Search Engine. Gurbani '''GAME''' 'Super Saint'. <br />
* [http://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Main_Page sikhiwiki.org] Welcome to SikhiWiki, a free Sikh Encyclopedia that anyone can edit.<br />
* [http://www.sikhiunited.com/v6/ SikhiUnited.Com]: [[SikhiUnited.Com]] This is a new Sikh Youth Forum. Main Features are: -Free Sign-Up -New Topic Posting & Replies -Gurbani & Shabads(Audio-To Download) including simrans from Bhai Manpreet and from other artists.Also live events from SaadSangat -Gurbani & Shabads(Video-To Download) including simrans from other artists -Desktop Themes & Wallpapers -Gallery If you are trying to look for any types of Gurbani & Shabads Audio or Video and you cant find it well you can post in at SikhiUnited.Com and we will find it for you.<br />
* [http://www.sikhism.com/ sikhism.com] Comprehensive Site on Sikh faith - Find Literature, Books, Articles, Kirtan, Sakhis, etc<br />
* [http://www.sikhism101.com/ Sikhism101.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhismguide.org/ SikhismGuide.org] Guide to the Sikh religion. History of the Sikh Gurus and saints. Information on Sikh gurdwaras. Calendar of Sikh holidays.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhkids.com/index.html sikhkids.com] The aim of SIKHkids.com is to give young Sikh people support and the platform to share their views experiences and knowledge with each other. <br />
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* [http://www.sikhlionz.com Siikh Lionz]<br />
* [http://www.SikhLionz.com SikhLionz Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhlink.net/ SikhLink.net: Site dedicated to Sikhs all over]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhmarg.com Sikh Marg]- NIRMOLE GURBANI SITE.Strongly recommended for all Gurbani Lovers.<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhmuseum.com/home.htm Welcome to the official web page of the first registered '''Sikh Museum in UK''']<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com Sikhnet.com] One of the original Sikh websites which has a wide spectrum of interesting items - A must for all Web-addict Sikhs! SikhNet is truly a labor of love. SikhNet went online for the first time in 1983, as the first computer presence for Sikh Dharma...... <br />
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* [http://www.sikhnation.com/kirtan/ sikhnation.com] Books, Kirtan, Photo Galley, Sikhi Computer Games, etc <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-people.co.uk/ Sikh People AKA Sikh World] New Sikh Website<br />
* [http://www.sikhphotos.com/ sikhphotos.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpioneers.org/ SikhPioneers.org: Pioneer Immigration to Pacific Coast]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/defaultmain.php sikhpoint.com]<br />
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* '''[http://www.srschicago.com/ Sikh Religious Society of Chicago] *** New ***''' This organization manages the largest Gurdwara Sahib of Midwest America at 1280 Winnetka Street, Palatine on a Campus spread over fourteen acres of land at a prime location in Chicago's metropolitan area. <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-religion.de Sikh-Religion Germany]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreligion.org/ sikhreligion.org] Sikh Missionary Center, P.O. Box 62521, Phoenix, Arizona 85082 USA<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreview.org/ SikhReview.org: Gurbani philosophy & Spirit of Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://sikhscholarship.org/ sikhscholarship.org] To provide prestigious scholarships for Sikhs to leading universities such as Oxford and Harvard, thereby ensuring Sikhs are always represented at the world’s top universities<br />
* [http://sikhsangeet.com Sikh Sangeet] Listen, Stream and Download high-quality MP3 files of Shabad Kirtan, Gurbani Uchaaran (Shri Guru Granth Sahib recital in MP3 format), Gurmat Veechar, Dharmik Songs, Live Recorded and Dhadi Vaaran.<br />
* [http://www.sikhisensations.com/ SikhiSensations.com] Download keertan, view photos, and download multimedia presentations not only from all aspects of Sikhi... <br />
* [http://www.sikhspeak.com/ Sikhspeak.com] An e-Magazine for Sikhs in the Information Age. "Recognise Mankind as One" - Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Also see [[Sikhspeak]]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsearch.net Sikh Search Engine]<br />
* [http://www.sikhshabads.com/ Sikh Shabads.com] Welcome to SikhShabads.com. This site is designed to help you understand the meanings behind the shabads and prayers that we read and listen to everyday. We are creating "captions": for each one of the shabads and prayers. Captions are lines of text that change according to the audio that is currently being played. In these captions, we try to place Gurmukhi, English pronunciation, and translations.<br />
* [http://www.sikhshop.com/ sikhshop.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhstudents.ca/ Sikhstudents.ca: Uniting the Youth of Canada!]<br />
* [http://www.sikhspectrum.com/ SikhSpectrum.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsangat.org/ SikhSangat.org: Sikhi News Worlwide]<br />
* [http://www.sikhseek.com/ SikhSeek.com: Web Guide For Finding Anything Sikh]<br />
* [http://www.sikhisidak.com SikhiSidak.Com] was founded in 2005 and is a comprehensive resource site for Sikhism meeting the needs and aspirations of the Sikhs worldwide - social, cultural, religious, professional and personal, and elite podium providing a strong network for all age groups to collaborate, exchange information and expand their horizons to serve humanity as exemplary citizens. Sikhism believes in One God and equality to all humans, rejects idol worship, casteism, ritualism and asceticism. Ours is a humble effort to bring awareness about Sikhism and may be of some use to knowledge seekers<br />
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* [http://www.sikhzone.net Sikh Zone ] Learn about Sikhism, Sikh Gurus, Read Gurbani online, download Sikhism Wallpapers, Download pdf gurbani.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/ 'SikhVibes.com:'] Great collection of NEW/RARE kirtan recordings from smaagams, raensbayees and kirtan programs from around the world. Our kirtan section is updated every week ! Launched this year in January 2008, SikhVibes.com has grown to over 100 GB of free online recordings/videos and more ! '''Free Kirtan Katha and Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.SikhVideos.com Sikh Videos Gurbani Kirtan] Watch some of the most popular Sikh Religious Videos at high quality for free.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhwomen.com/ Sikh Women.com]<br />
* [http://www.sohnijodi.com ]A sikh web portal with Sikh news, Sikh views, Gurdwara pics, Sikh matrimonial and a lot more related to Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha] <br />
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* [http://Smartsikhs.com Smart Sikhs FREE Online Network] - Sikh Dating and Sikh Matrimony.<br />
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* '''[http://www.sochnet.com/index.html SOCH] *** New ***''' The SOCH is an organization with a mission to impact the lives of less privileged children, enabling them to maximize their potential and change their lives.<br />
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* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/ srigurugranthsahib.org the largest resource on sikhism on internet]<br />
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* [http://www.srigranth.org Sri Granth]<br />
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* [http://www.sweetsikhi.com/ 'Sweet Sikhi:'] is the affectionate title given to a group of Sikh youngsters who are dedicated to seva for the social and spiritual upliftment of Sikh youngsters through sharing Gurmat (the Guru's teachings) in a medium, language and way, which young people can relate to and understand through the radio, talks, workshops and camps.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/s/SikhEducationalVideos Sikh Educational Videos @ Sikhnet]<br />
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* [http://www.patshahi10.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&id=6&Itemid=56 Video-Lectures by Sikh scholars and academicians on the banee of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
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* [http://www.mrsikhnet.com/index.php/audio-video-archive/ Mr Sikhnet's Media]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/by-titles.htm sikhvideos.org]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/default.aspx proudtobesikh.com]<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/multimedia.htm gurmatstudies.com]<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhspodcast.com/archive/tsvp.html The Sikhs: A Video Podcast]<br />
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* [http://waheguroo.com/ Waheguroo.com:] Established in 2000, Waheguroo! Network is the fastest growing Sikhi portal on the net. which includes Waheguroo network | waheguroo forum | keertan.net | Khalsa.TV | Kathaa.net | Hukam.Waheguroo.com | Panthic.org | panthic radio | panthic weekly news etc.<br />
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* [http://photos.waheguroo.com/index.php?s=d3f596fa3c4282e4c8b1536802e81f36 Waheguroo - Photo Gallery] Categories: Keertan Pictures (1357); Eminent Sikhs (242): Sikhi Art (46); Gurdwara Sahibs (83); Sikh Cultures (18); Gatherings / Events / Camps (565)<br />
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* [http://waheguru.us/ WaheGuru.us:] WaheGuru.us is for anyone who’d like to share their experience with prayer and meditation. At one time or another, many of us have felt the power of a particular prayer. Readers are encouraged to include its gist or meaning, why it means so much to them, any life experiences that go to illustrate how it helped them.<br />
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* [http://www.warriorsaints.com/ Warrior Saints.com: ] Gatka is an ancient battle-tested martial art, which uses the sword as its primary weapon. <br />
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the flamboyant techniques through generations. [http://www.warriorsaints.com/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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[[Category:Sikh Websites]]</div>Discoversikhismhttps://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Sikh_websites&diff=107705Sikh websites2013-08-26T12:49:45Z<p>Discoversikhism: </p>
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<div>'''Here is a list of the most important Sikhs websites on the World Wide Web.''' If you have created a website or know of someone else who has, feel free to add to the list. In order to help the website stand out we recommend that you write a sentence or two giving SikhiWiki users a feel for the theme or content of the site.<br />
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* [http://www.amritsarovar.com A Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib & Sikhism '''AmritSarovar.com'''] Completely dedicated Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) Amritsar (India).Offers Downloadable Gurbani Kirtan and Wallpapers, Latest News and articles on Sri Harmandir Sahib with full tourist section.A Completely Dedicated [http://forum.amritsarovar.com SIKHISM FORUM]to share views on sikhism issues and meet others from around the world. '''Free Gurbani & Kirtan Downloads'''<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhphilosophy.net About Sikh Religion] A website with comprehensive English Translations of Gurbani, Gurbani MP3 downloads - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhglory.alagshabadyug.org/index.php Alag Shabad Yug Trust Ludhiana] is an organization which distributes soul uplifting and character building high quality literature free of cost to the ambitious readers throughout the world. This Trust is formulated with a noble view in mind to apprise the world habitat the most valuable principles propounded in Gurbani and Sikh idealism through the free distribution of high quality literature in Panjabi, Hindi, English and various other languages. <br />
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* [http://www.allaboutsikhs.com All About Sikhs] Gateway to Sikhism: Has comprehensive details of Sikhi topics - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.SIkhismOnPhone.com SIkhNetwork SMS] Subscribe for free on SikhismOnPhone.com and receive free Sikhism SMS.<br />
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'''Akhand Kirtan Jatha websites:''' <br />
:* [http://www.akj.org www.akj.org] and also [http://www.akjuk.tk/ AKJ UK Site] - The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a Sikh organisation which actively promotes the Gursikh lifestyle, as taught by the Sikhs' Guru. It's primary activity is to recite the holy verses of our Guru (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments.<br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org/skins/one/ AKJ Canada Site] The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle. The Jathaa follows a strict discipline in keeping the Rehit of [[Guru Gobind Singh]] Jee. They also enjoy an active style of Keertan [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org.au/ AKJ Australia] The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a spiritually uplifting Jatha under the umbrella of Akal Takhat (Icon of 'SACH KHAND' i. e. 'REALM of TRUTH GOD' for HUMANITY) who strictly follows the Commandments of SGGS(Sachy Guran De Granth Sahib). Its primary activity is to propogate the holy teachings of TRUTH GOD (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments - this practice is known as Kirtan. <br />
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* [http://www.amritbani.com/index.htm Welcome to AmritBani.com] '''Beautiful Site - Highly recommended.''' Amrit Bani Radio is dedicated in propagating the message of Sri Guru Nank Dev Ji 24 hours a day and seven days a week throughout the UK and Europe via digital satellite channel 926, and across the world on www.amritbani.com. Programmes include Gurbani, Santhia, discussion shows, Keertan, Katha, health and many more. <br />
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:''' I got a notice asking me to update Flip 4- (Mac user). Trying a second time I got a blank page and no notice, however double clicking on the white page - started the sound. <br />
::Though the big woofer (speaker sans cover) on the left front (first) page clearly says '''Listen Live''', as it is in Black and white it does not stand out and you are told to click on the 'speaker' button after reading several paragraphs. This note added for others who are a little slow like myself.'''<br />
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* [http://www.baisakhi1999.org Baisakhi1999.org:- Eternal Glory of Guru Gobind Singh Ji and The Khalsa]<br />
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* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/ BBC on Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://www.bsingh.dsl.pipex.com/index.html B Singh presents Sikh Spirit: Articles on the Sikh faith]<br />
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* [http://www.bcsikhyouth.com/ BC Sikh Youth.com: ] Sikh Youth of British Columbia<br />
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* [http://www.bhagatsinghthind.com/Welcome.html www.bhagatsinghthind.com The first Sikh to join the US Army]<br />
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* [http://www.liddar.ca/ Bhupinder Singh Liddar] <br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more<br />
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* [http://www.singhbrothers.com/singhbrothers.htm SINGH BROTHERS] Based in [[Amritsar]], [[Punjab]] [[India]], publishing Books on [[Sikhism]]and Punjabi Literature since 1940. Maintaining the biggest ever collection of books on Sikhism in English, Punjabi and other languages. Suppliers of English/Punjabi/Indian books world-wide. Undertaking multi-coloured printing jobs with latest Hi-tech printing & binding machinery. Supplying quality musical instruments and attractive Sikh artifacts to the Sikh institutions world-wide. Providing all audio/video cassettes and CDs of Sikh Kirtan and Sikh themes to the Punjabi’s settled abroad.<br />
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* [http://www.dasmeshdarbar.com Dashmesh Darbar] Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar - Based in British Columbia, Canada <br />
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* [http://www.damdamitaksal.com Damdami Taksal] is the travelling Sikh university, which was founded by our Father Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee to impart 'a deeper' knowledge of Gurmat to Sikhs. Its 'unbroken lineage of Jathedars', who carry the Teer as did Guru ji, each a Bhram Giani, have led the Taksal throughout Sikh history . [[ Baba Deep Singh]], [[Bhai Mani Singh]], [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] and [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]] are legendary 'larger than life' Shaheeds of Sikhi they, like their fellow Jathedars, spent their lives in selfless service of the Khalsa Panth.<br />
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The following is a list of the Jathedars in order - some controversy over the death of the 14th Jathedar (and the great respect that Sikhs hold for him) has caused some confusion over using the words - unbroken lineage of Jathedars.<br />
::*[[Guru Gobind Singh]] ►[[ Baba Deep Singh]] ► [[Bhai Mani Singh]] ► [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Soorat Singh]] ► [[Jathedar Bhai Gurdas Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Sant Singh]] ► [[Sant Daya Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Bhagvan Singh]] ► [[Sant Harnam Singh Bedi]] ► [[Sant Bishan Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Sundar Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Kartar Singh Khalsa Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]]. <br />
Baba Thakur Singh, who took over as the acting head of the Damdami Taksal in June 1984, was called by some as the 15th Jathedar -- a title which he refused to use. Untill his death he allowed no one to take the title as he said that one day Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale would return to resume his duties. Baba Thakur Singh served as the acting jathedar [leader] of the taksal for 20 years after the death of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale in June 1984. A controversy has continued with Baba Harnam Singh Dhuma being appointed as the 15th (some say 16th) Jathedar with other organizations labeling Bhai Ram Singh as the 16th Jathedar. Though now declared Saheedi many Sikhs continue to think Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as the head of the famous institution.<br />
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* ''' [http://www.dashmeshpictures.com Dashmesh Pictures]''' Representing the Sikh voice through art and film.<br />
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* [http://www.desinuska.com Desi Nuska - Unbelievable Remedies]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.Dhadrianwale.com www.Dhadrianwale.com]''' ...The Official Website for Gurdwara Parmeshar Dwar Sahib (in Shekpura, Patiala, Punjab, India)...providing mass multimedia and dates of the Gurmat Diwaans held by [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]] all around India...<br />
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* ''' [http://dhansikhi.webs.com www.dhansikhi.webs.com] ''' ...Dhan Sikhi is a website based on sikhism. The website is updated weekly with articles about sikhism, Sikh Itihaas and Gurudwaras. The site has a forum where users can ask questions or doubts regarding sikhism.<br />
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* ''' www.DiscoverSikhism.com Discover Sikhism, the Sikhs and their Gurus; the Gurus teachings, the sacrifices they made, their fight for freedom, their fight against inequality and injustice, the persecution they faced from musalmaan (muslims), their teachings on leading a charitable and honest life.'''<br />
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* [http://www.ektaone.com/index.php/ ektaone.com] Massive Kirtan Database - Niskam Sewa - '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' (Also, has now been replaced by [http://www.sikhroots.com/ sikhroots.com]<br />
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* [http://www.esikhs.com/ www.esikhs.com] Articles & Sakhis about Sikhism.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbanieducation.com '''GurbaniEducation.com''' - A site with hundreds of melodious Gurbani kirtans for free download] The sole purpose of this website is to spread the light of Gurbani in the world filled with the darkness of ignorance<br />
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* [http://www.gujri.org/index.html gujri.org] We are a non-profit organization established to promote Punjabi culture. It is our commitment to facilitate and support Punjabi culture through education, the arts and community service.<br />
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* [http://www.gobindsadan.org Gobindsadan] Rooted in the Sikh tradition and the universal teachings of its Gurus, Gobind Sadan, "God's House Without Walls," is an international interfaith community currently with centers in India, and in the U.S., which has grown out of Baba Virsa Singh ji's vision for world peace.<br />
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* [http://www.ggsacademy.com ggsacademy.com] Prof Darshan Singh Khalsa: is chairman of Guru Granth Sahib Web Academy. Born in Nov 1940 in village Sur Singha of erstwhile Punjab (now in Pakistan), he has been serving Sikh sangat throughout the world with keertan and katha sewa for the last 40 years. He remained at sewa of Akal Takht Sahib in the most turbulent time of the 20th century for Sikhs, from 1987 - 1990. He can be contacted at (905) 970-0520 or through email at dsinghsahib at ggsacademy dot com<br />
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* [http://www.gurdwarajobs.com Gurdwara Jobs: Gurdwaras listing worldwide and Capable staff for it]<br />
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* [http://www.guruangaddev.com Guruangaddev.com: Guru Angad Dev - Khadoor Sahib]<br />
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* [http://www.gurudwarasofindia.com GURUDWARAS OF INDIA] - The well known and the not so well known Gurudwaras in different parts of the country and their brief history, significance and 'exclusive' pictures taken by me on my recent visit(s) there !<br />
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*[http://www.gsghks.org.uk/ Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib Ji] at 12 Sherborne Street, Manchester, M3 1FE (UK). Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib, does not believe in committees therefore the Gurdwara is run solely by the sevadaars of the Gurdwara Sahib. Based in the heart of Manchester, Gurdwara Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji is one of the most renowned Gurdwaras in England.Our motto: SEVA, SIMRAN and GURMAT is our basis for how the Gurdwara runs today. <br />
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*[http://gurdwara-of-hertfordshire.org/index.html Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Hitchin] Radcliffe Road, Tel: +44 (0) 1462 432993. The Gurdwara is open for worship daily from 6.00 am to 8.30 pm. There are two full time priests who conduct the regular daily service. The attendance in the weekly congregation on Sundays is approximately 200. On special occasions and other anniversaries in the Sikh Calendar the attendance reaches to about 400.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.org/ Gurbani.org: ] Reflections on Gurbani - This website is dedicated to experiencing deeper Realization of the Gurbani (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS, the eternal Guru of the Sikhs). Various themes mentioned in the Gurbani are being reflected upon through the Gurbani As It Is (please see the Gurbani Articles). These Gurbani Reflections are written in simple to read language, without the esoteric mumble jumble. [http://www.gurbani.org/ .... Click here to read on.] <br> <br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/index.htm GurmatSangeetProject.com] This website is dedicated to these seven children, whose desire to learn and the tremendous energy they poured into the study of Gurmat Sangeet over the past four years, was the primary inspiration for the Gurmat Sangeet; Notation; Compositions; Recoding by various ragis; Articles; etc<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/ Gurmat Studies.com : ]<br />
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* ''' [http://bhaisahib.restoringthepride.com Bhai Gurdarshan Singh]''' Gurmat, kirtan, and thoughts of Bhai Sahib Gurdarshan Singh of Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (Rockville, MD).<br />
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* ''' [http://www.gurmatstudy.com Gurmat Study]''' Gurmat, Free Monthly e-zine, Gurpurab Alerts, Gurmat Programs, Gurmat based Mutimedia, Gurbani Kirtan, Sikh Rehat Maryada<br />
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|[http://www.gurbanifm.com '''Gurbani FM - 24 Hrs Internet Gurbani Radio'''] Listen to Gurbani 24 Hrs. Just open the site and gurbani shabad starts, No Buffering.....This site also serve you very nice Wallpapers. Daily Hukamnama from Sri Darbar Sahib is updated. Another great feature of this website is Live Broadcast of Kirtan Darbars from different places in Punjab.<br />
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* [http://www.gurugranthdarpan.com '''SatGurBani DARPAN''']'''ONE place for Gurbani Lovers seeking, logically / grammatically / socially / politically / thematically / philosophically correct translation, encompassing all available interpretations. Life time work of Bhai Veer Singh & Prof Sahib Singh dedicated to nothing but [[1|GURMAT]].'''<br><br><br />
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* [http://www.hypersuper.com/search.jsp?search=sikh HyperSuper.com - Search Engine] selected to give Sikh news from various news sources<br />
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* [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere]<br />
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* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/sikhism.htm Ikonkar.com]<br />
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* [http://www.ik13.com/isher_micro_media_2005.htm ik13.com]ik13.com a site with software resources such as twarikh guru khalsa( Gur pratap surj Granth),full line by linetranslation of sri guru granth sahib ; vaaran Bhai gurdas Ji and many more.<br />
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* http://www.itihaasakgurudwaras.com/ : A webiste Contain whole information about the historical gurdwaras word wide and sacred belongings of gurus. The website is under construction.<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more <br><br />
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* [http://www.kirtanstore.com Kirtan Store com - Portal Gurbani CDs] Buy all Gurbani CDs DVDs MP3 at [http://www.KirtanStore.Com]<br />
*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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* [http://www.kathaa.net/ Katha.net (waheguroo network)]: This website is an amazing resource for anyone seeking deep information about philosophy of the Sikh religion.<br />
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* [http://www.kabira.freeservers.com Kabira]: This website has great information on the Sikh religion and amazing Sikhism related photos and much much more!!!.<br />
* [http://www.keertan.net/ keertan.net]: sister of Ikeertan (waheguroo network) , together total 1100GB of keertan ; '''Free Kirtan download'''! <br />
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* [http://www.kirtandarbar.org.uk/ kirtandarbar.org.uk] Simply to collect Kirtan information on the web and present in one easy interface without discrimination or affiliation to any group for the humanity and initiate new thinking and ways to promote kirtan in the world. '''Free Kirtan downloads''' via links<br />
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* [http://www.kirtansevauk.org/ Kirtan Sewa UK] The aim of [[Kirtan]] [[Seva]] UK, is to bring world famous Kirtani [[Jatha]]s to the UK! This can only be done through [[Guru]] Sahibs [[Kirpa]], and with the support of a number of [[Gurdwara]]s, Kirtan Seva UK is run by independent sevadars who enjoy kirtan, but are not attached to any particular Gurdwara! Kirtan Seva UK would like to thank Gurdwara Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar, Wolverhampton for their full support! Events arranged by Kirtan Seva UK team include Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2004 and Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2006. '''Free Kirtan download'''<br />
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* [http://www.khalsa.tv/ khalsa.tv (waheguroo network) The first Sikh TV Station ; free]<br />
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* [http://WWW.khalsaforce.net KHALSAFORCE: Dedicated to Khalsa]<br />
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*[http://www.khalsaaid.org/ Khalsa Aid is an international non-profit aid and relief organization founded on the Sikh principles of SEWA]<br />
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* [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/ Khalsa Camp: Discover The Spirit Within] Khalsa Camp a well-established name which represents the highest quality and most inspirational Sikh camp available in the world. At Khalsa Camp, our aim is to provide everyone who attends with as much knowledge of the Guru's teachings, as many answers to questions and as much experience of the Sikh way of life as possible - and all within just a few days! [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com/ Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com]: The Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh project is an open invitation to anyone to catalog the Bani from Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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Maritime Sikh Society<br />
* http://maritimesikhsociety.com/mss.html Maritime Sikh Society] 10 Parkhill Road, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3P 1R3 Ph : (902)-477-0008 Nova Scotia, Canada's ocean playground, started attracting Sikhs to its beautiful land in the early nineteen sixties. Most of the Sikhs who came here were teachers, engineers and doctors. Among them, Gajinder Singh Chowdhury is believed to be the first Sikh to reach Nova Scotia. Landing in Ottawa in 1958 from UK, he moved to Halifax in 1959....<br />
* [http://maritimesikhsociety.com/press.html MSS in the news]<br />
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* [http://www.maskeensahib.com/?p=p_1&sName=HOME Welcome to the Maskeen Sahib web site] This site contains recordings of Our beloved Panth Ratan Giani Sant Singh Ji Maskeen. Although Maskeen Sahib is no longer with us, we thank Waheguru that much of his invaluable kathas are recorded. Kathas are offered on the DOWNLOADS page for download in mp3 format<br />
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* [http://sikhmoviesreviews.blogspot.com Movie reviews by a Sikh] Critical reviews of Bollywood and Hollywood movies from a Sikh parent.<br />
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* '''[http://www.MyGuruJi.com www.MyGuruJi.com : World's First Computerised Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji]''' <small>You can Download the complete Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji in Gurmukhi, English Translation and the Transliteration from this website. It comes with complete search and find capabilities. For more information, please email [mailto://PAL@MyGuruJi.com Pal@MyGuruJi.com]<br />
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Article from the Computer Times, Singapore : MyGuruJi In the Media... Computerised prayers The Singapore Sikh community is using technology, including the Web and PDAs, to keep in touch with the religious side of their roots.<br />
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A giant screen beaming Computer presentations to a rapt audience may seem run-of-the-mill at a business seminar. But the 500 men, women and children who had gathered in the cavernous hall of the Katong Sikh Temple were not at any seminar. They were there to pray. Sikh prayers and hymns or kirtans are written in the ancient script, Gurmukhi, which many members of the community here in Singapore do not understand. <br />
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Earlier, temple volunteers used to photocopy and distribute scraps of paper containing translations before each prayer meeting, which was cumbersome and uneconomical. So a handful of technology-savvy community members came up with the idea of using a PowerPoint presentation instead. PowerPoint presentations contain not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in Gurmukhi and Roman scripts.<br />
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Mr Sarjit Singh, 34, a volunteer at the Silat Road Sikh Temple, explained: "The English translations particularly help young community members appreciate the values embedded in our daily prayers better." The presentation contains not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in both Gurmukhi and the Roman scripts.</small><br />
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*'''N'''..[http://www.njsikhs.com NJ Sikhs]<br />
* [http://www.newsikhs.co.nr/ Newsikhs] Website created for those interested in Sikhi & those who are new to Sikhism....<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarthath.co.uk/ Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar], a Global Charitable Organisation, initiated by Sant Baba Amar Singh Ji in 1972, is a Lineage of Sikh Saints and is devoted to the objective of '''spreading the universal message of [[Sikhism]]'''. It promotes the three ideals of Sikhism;<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarkaleran.net/ www.nanaksarkaleran.net is the official website of Nanaksar Kaleran, Jagraon], The founder of Thaath Nanaksar was Baba Nand Singh Ji, whose unparalleled Tapasya and sewa of Shri Guru Granth Sahib ji proved the words of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji that Guru Granth Sahib is a Living/Pargat Guru of Sikhs. This website publishes daily hukamnama of Shri Guru Granth Saheb ji from Nanak Sar Kaleran, Jagraon, Also Katha, Kirtan and rare videos posted frequently;<br />
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* [http://www.nishkam.org/ Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council’s web site (Nishkam)]<br />
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* [http://www.nishkamcanada.org/ Nishkamcanada.org: A small Sikh charity showing how a little compassion goes a long way]<br />
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* ॥'''ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ10'''॥.'''ORG''' [http://patshahi10.org Patshahi10.Org: Website on the revolutionary bani of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib]: www.Patshahi10.Org is the most intensive and influential website on the sacred bani of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. This website is committed towards disseminating constructive understanding of Guru Sahib's bani. Articles and writings of some of the most prominent contemporary Sikh scholars, thinkers, academicians, and leaders are regularly published here. This website also serves as a primary multimedia resource facilitating the prachaar of Gurbani. www.Patshahi10.Org aims at propagating Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's writings in a positive spirit.<br />
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* [http://www.punjabiheritage.org/ punjabiheritage.org] The Punjabi American Heritage Society was founded in 1993 with the purpose of promoting friendship and understanding with other communities and helping our younger generation getting connected to their roots. The Punjabi American Heritage Society is a nonprofit, non-political and secular organization.<br />
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* [http://www.pagrihouse.com Online pagree store]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com Proudtobesikh - Multimedia Website] Download and connect to Gurbani kirtan, katha and other Sikhi media including paath, nitnem, text, presentations, etc.<br />
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* [http://www.panthicradio.com/ Panthic Radio (waheguroo network)] Now you can enjoy Gurbani, keertan, kathaa and simran 24/7 with just one click of the mouse.<br />
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* [http://news.waheguroo.com/ Panthic Weekly (waheguroo network)] weekly news from around the world related to the Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://www.panthkhalsa.org/ Panthkhalsa.org: Fort Panth Khalsa] Information on Sikh Nation.<br />
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* [http://www.prabhmilnekachao.com Prabh Milne Ka Chao]<br />
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* [http://www.punjabidish.com Punjabi Dish: Punjabi food Worldwide]<br />
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* '''[http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.net Raj Karega Khalsa Network]''' This site is run by [[sangat]] for sangat and could not be run without the donation of media content - audio, video, presentations, literature, images, and other uploads by yourselves. '''Download free images, Kirtan, Katha, Literature, etc.'''<br />
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* [http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.com Raj Karega Khalsa .com Website]<br />
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* [http://www.rootsgear.com/ RootsGear.com (T-Shirts Etc.): Connecting you to your Roots]<br />
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* [http://www.realsikhism.com/ Real Sikhism.com]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.restoringthepride.com RestoringThePride.com]''' The home of Dashmesh Pictures, and other Pro-Sikh artworks.<br />
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* [http://www.retiredsikhs.com/ Retired Sikhs - The Experienced People]<br />
[[Image:Amritpalsinghmohali.JPG| px300| thumb|right|tribune news report about amripal singh's venture]]<br />
Thanks to Chandigarh-based Amritpal Singh’s “online” intervention, which assures the elderly a life beyond sunset years. The effort is ingenuous as it promises retired Sikhs all and any assistance they require. Whether it is about opening a bank account, getting a new passport, hiring a maid or seeking productive engagement, Amritpal Singh’s portal www.retiredsikhs.com offers every solution. All it requires is registration, following which a person’s profile becomes available on a global database which is accessed every minute by a range of service providers, globally. <br />
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* ''' [http://www.ruhanisatsangusa.org/kirpal.htm ruhanisatsangusa.org]''' "To fill the human heart with compassion, mercy and universal love, which should radiate to all countries, nations and peoples of the world. To make a true religion of the heart as the ruling factor in one's life. To enable each one to love God, love all, serve all, and have respect for all, as God is immanent in all forms. My goal is that of oneness. I spread the message of oneness in life and living. This is the way to peace on earth. This is the mission of my life, and I pray that it may be fulfilled."<br />
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* [http://www.sabadvartara.org Sabadvartara] This web-site promotes 'The Gur Sabad', 'Naam Abhiass' and delivers the truthful meaning of the Sabads in the Guru Granth Ji. It also provides access to the 'Sabad Vartara Tape Index' and various audio recordings.<br />
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* [http://www.saldef.org/default.aspx saldef.org] The Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF) is the oldest and largest Sikh American national non-profit civil rights and educational organization. We empower Sikh Americans through legal assistance, educational outreach, legislative advocacy, and media relations.<br />
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* [http://www.shoorsaini.com Shoorsaini.com]: Complete resource on the Saini community of Punjab <br />
*[http://www.sainionline.com SainiOnline.com]:A resource that includes detailed information about Saini Sikhs, including their historical origin, and their contribution to Sikhi and Sikh Martyrdom.<br />
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* [http://www.saintsoldiers.net/ saintsoldiers.net]<br />
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* [[Image:santsipahilogo.jpg|200px|left]][http://www.santsipahi.org Sant Sipahi: The Oldest Panthic Magazine]: Now in the 60th year of its publication, ’Sant Sipahi’, the oldest Punjabi Panthic monthly magazine, was started in the year 1945 by veteran statesman, 'Panth Rattan' Master Tara Singh. Ever since its inception it has been instrumental in creating public awareness and has always been the forerunner opinion maker. Right from its inception ‘Sant Sipahi has always stood by the Sikh Principles and, taking inspiration from 'Gurbani', 'Gur-Itihaas' and 'Sikh Rehat Maryada', has guarded the Sikh interests. Committed to safeguarding the ideology of the Akal Takhat Sahib, it has always acted as a panthic watchdog taking up some bold initiatives on Sikh social and panthic issues. At present it is being edited by eminent Sikh scholar and Sikh Legislative affairs expert Sardar Gurcharanjit Singh Lamba<br />
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* ''' [http://www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com]''' ...The Official International Website for the renowned Gurmat Parchaarak of the Sikh Panth, [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]]...providing mass multimedia and information of International Gurmat Visits by the Jathebandhi...<br />
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* [http://shaheedanewafa.googlepages.com/home Shaheedan - E - Wafa] <----- Read It Online<br />
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* [http://www.saraibooking.com/ Sarai Booking - Book for Gurdwara Staying and Planning your Pilgrimage ]<br />
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* [http://www.sevatothemax.com/blog/ Singhs as Crossroads] Seva to the Max.com - SevaToTheMAX is an Internet resource that is designed to provide interesting content for the propagation of Sikh missionary work across the world.<br />
* [http://www.searchgurbani.com Search Gurbani: Gurbani Research Website] '''Pathway to God''' - THE Guru Granth Sahib is indeed unique in its thought, literary expression and the message it continues to communicate centuries after it was written. Exalted thought needs to be transported on the vehicle of language to reach the masses. Poetic expression lifts prose to a higher plane. When verse and music meld, their beauty and sweetness makes mind transcend the humdrum of rational existence.<br />
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* [http://www.sgpc.net/index.html SGPC.NET: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee]<br />
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* [http://www.shrg.net/ shrg.net] The Sikh Human Rights Group (SHRG) is a group of volunteers and activists with a mutual interest in the protection and promotion of human rights, the peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of the agencies of the United Nations to reflect the needs of the people rather than the states.<br />
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* [http://www.simran.info simran.info]<br />
* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha]<br />
* [http://www.sikhroots.com SikhRoots]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.org Sikh.Org]<br />
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* [http://sikhbytes.guroocities.com/akhand.htm Sikh Bytes] Kirtan & Video Downloads<br />
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* [http://www.scys-online.org Sikh Community & Youth Service (SCYS)]<br />
* [http://www.sikhchamber.com/ sikhchamber.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/Sikhism11.asp Sikh Coalition.org: Defends civil rights]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcouncilusa.org/ sikhcouncilusa.org]<br />
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* [http://www.sikh.dk Sikh Denmark]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhee.com Sikhee.com] A wealth of Sikh articles and multimedia aimed at uplifting your spirit. '''Free mp3s, photos and videos to download.'''<br />
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'''Sikh Formations: Religion, Culture, Theory''' <br />
* [http://www.informaworld.com/rsfo Sikh Formations] An interdisciplinary journal founded to understand Sikhs, Sikhism, and Sikh Identity within the context of a new and dynamic setting that embraces globalisation, trans-nationalism, and other related processes.'''<br />
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=== Sikh G-L === <br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikh-history.com/ Sikh-History.com: History of the Sikhs]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhimedia.net/share/index.php SikhiTube.Com] was founded in November 2006 and is a sharing sikh media site for people to watch and share original Sikh Videos worldwide through a Web experience.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhisearch.com SikhiSearch.com] A '''gurbani Multimedia Search engine''', which searches for keertan, Katha , shabads either in Audio/video (downloadable and streaming) or Readable format depending on Your search prefrences. Sikhi search do not contain any of this material it just searches all the sikh sites mentioned here and all others those are available to us. We hav also created a directory of websites related to sikhism, a list of all available sikhism '''Radio Stations''', and sikhism '''Wallpapers'''.<br><br></div><br />
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* [http://www.sikhitothemax.com Sikhi to the Max] SGGS( Sacy Guran De Granth Sahib ) on line. Gurbani Search Engine. Gurbani '''GAME''' 'Super Saint'. <br />
* [http://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Main_Page sikhiwiki.org] Welcome to SikhiWiki, a free Sikh Encyclopedia that anyone can edit.<br />
* [http://www.sikhiunited.com/v6/ SikhiUnited.Com]: [[SikhiUnited.Com]] This is a new Sikh Youth Forum. Main Features are: -Free Sign-Up -New Topic Posting & Replies -Gurbani & Shabads(Audio-To Download) including simrans from Bhai Manpreet and from other artists.Also live events from SaadSangat -Gurbani & Shabads(Video-To Download) including simrans from other artists -Desktop Themes & Wallpapers -Gallery If you are trying to look for any types of Gurbani & Shabads Audio or Video and you cant find it well you can post in at SikhiUnited.Com and we will find it for you.<br />
* [http://www.sikhism.com/ sikhism.com] Comprehensive Site on Sikh faith - Find Literature, Books, Articles, Kirtan, Sakhis, etc<br />
* [http://www.sikhism101.com/ Sikhism101.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhismguide.org/ SikhismGuide.org] Guide to the Sikh religion. History of the Sikh Gurus and saints. Information on Sikh gurdwaras. Calendar of Sikh holidays.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhkids.com/index.html sikhkids.com] The aim of SIKHkids.com is to give young Sikh people support and the platform to share their views experiences and knowledge with each other. <br />
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* [http://www.sikhlionz.com Siikh Lionz]<br />
* [http://www.SikhLionz.com SikhLionz Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhlink.net/ SikhLink.net: Site dedicated to Sikhs all over]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhmarg.com Sikh Marg]- NIRMOLE GURBANI SITE.Strongly recommended for all Gurbani Lovers.<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhmuseum.com/home.htm Welcome to the official web page of the first registered '''Sikh Museum in UK''']<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com Sikhnet.com] One of the original Sikh websites which has a wide spectrum of interesting items - A must for all Web-addict Sikhs! SikhNet is truly a labor of love. SikhNet went online for the first time in 1983, as the first computer presence for Sikh Dharma...... <br />
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* [http://www.sikhnation.com/kirtan/ sikhnation.com] Books, Kirtan, Photo Galley, Sikhi Computer Games, etc <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-people.co.uk/ Sikh People AKA Sikh World] New Sikh Website<br />
* [http://www.sikhphotos.com/ sikhphotos.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpioneers.org/ SikhPioneers.org: Pioneer Immigration to Pacific Coast]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/defaultmain.php sikhpoint.com]<br />
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* '''[http://www.srschicago.com/ Sikh Religious Society of Chicago] *** New ***''' This organization manages the largest Gurdwara Sahib of Midwest America at 1280 Winnetka Street, Palatine on a Campus spread over fourteen acres of land at a prime location in Chicago's metropolitan area. <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-religion.de Sikh-Religion Germany]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreligion.org/ sikhreligion.org] Sikh Missionary Center, P.O. Box 62521, Phoenix, Arizona 85082 USA<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreview.org/ SikhReview.org: Gurbani philosophy & Spirit of Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://sikhscholarship.org/ sikhscholarship.org] To provide prestigious scholarships for Sikhs to leading universities such as Oxford and Harvard, thereby ensuring Sikhs are always represented at the world’s top universities<br />
* [http://sikhsangeet.com Sikh Sangeet] Listen, Stream and Download high-quality MP3 files of Shabad Kirtan, Gurbani Uchaaran (Shri Guru Granth Sahib recital in MP3 format), Gurmat Veechar, Dharmik Songs, Live Recorded and Dhadi Vaaran.<br />
* [http://www.sikhisensations.com/ SikhiSensations.com] Download keertan, view photos, and download multimedia presentations not only from all aspects of Sikhi... <br />
* [http://www.sikhspeak.com/ Sikhspeak.com] An e-Magazine for Sikhs in the Information Age. "Recognise Mankind as One" - Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Also see [[Sikhspeak]]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsearch.net Sikh Search Engine]<br />
* [http://www.sikhshabads.com/ Sikh Shabads.com] Welcome to SikhShabads.com. This site is designed to help you understand the meanings behind the shabads and prayers that we read and listen to everyday. We are creating "captions": for each one of the shabads and prayers. Captions are lines of text that change according to the audio that is currently being played. In these captions, we try to place Gurmukhi, English pronunciation, and translations.<br />
* [http://www.sikhshop.com/ sikhshop.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhstudents.ca/ Sikhstudents.ca: Uniting the Youth of Canada!]<br />
* [http://www.sikhspectrum.com/ SikhSpectrum.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsangat.org/ SikhSangat.org: Sikhi News Worlwide]<br />
* [http://www.sikhseek.com/ SikhSeek.com: Web Guide For Finding Anything Sikh]<br />
* [http://www.sikhisidak.com SikhiSidak.Com] was founded in 2005 and is a comprehensive resource site for Sikhism meeting the needs and aspirations of the Sikhs worldwide - social, cultural, religious, professional and personal, and elite podium providing a strong network for all age groups to collaborate, exchange information and expand their horizons to serve humanity as exemplary citizens. Sikhism believes in One God and equality to all humans, rejects idol worship, casteism, ritualism and asceticism. Ours is a humble effort to bring awareness about Sikhism and may be of some use to knowledge seekers<br />
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*'''Sikh T to Z'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhzone.net Sikh Zone ] Learn about Sikhism, Sikh Gurus, Read Gurbani online, download Sikhism Wallpapers, Download pdf gurbani.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/ 'SikhVibes.com:'] Great collection of NEW/RARE kirtan recordings from smaagams, raensbayees and kirtan programs from around the world. Our kirtan section is updated every week ! Launched this year in January 2008, SikhVibes.com has grown to over 100 GB of free online recordings/videos and more ! '''Free Kirtan Katha and Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.SikhVideos.com Sikh Videos Gurbani Kirtan] Watch some of the most popular Sikh Religious Videos at high quality for free.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhwomen.com/ Sikh Women.com]<br />
* [http://www.sohnijodi.com ]A sikh web portal with Sikh news, Sikh views, Gurdwara pics, Sikh matrimonial and a lot more related to Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha] <br />
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* [http://Smartsikhs.com Smart Sikhs FREE Online Network] - Sikh Dating and Sikh Matrimony.<br />
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* '''[http://www.sochnet.com/index.html SOCH] *** New ***''' The SOCH is an organization with a mission to impact the lives of less privileged children, enabling them to maximize their potential and change their lives.<br />
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* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/ srigurugranthsahib.org the largest resource on sikhism on internet]<br />
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* [http://www.srigranth.org Sri Granth]<br />
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* [http://www.sweetsikhi.com/ 'Sweet Sikhi:'] is the affectionate title given to a group of Sikh youngsters who are dedicated to seva for the social and spiritual upliftment of Sikh youngsters through sharing Gurmat (the Guru's teachings) in a medium, language and way, which young people can relate to and understand through the radio, talks, workshops and camps.<br />
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* [http://www.tapoban.org/ Tapoban.org]<br />
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* [http://thesikhway.com/ thesikhway.com]<br />
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* [http://thesikhspodcast.com/ TheSikhsPodcast.com]<br />
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* [http://www.unitedsikhs.org/ UnitedSikhs.org: Recognize the human race as One]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/s/SikhEducationalVideos Sikh Educational Videos @ Sikhnet]<br />
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* [http://www.patshahi10.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&id=6&Itemid=56 Video-Lectures by Sikh scholars and academicians on the banee of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
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* [http://www.mrsikhnet.com/index.php/audio-video-archive/ Mr Sikhnet's Media]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/by-titles.htm sikhvideos.org]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/default.aspx proudtobesikh.com]<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/multimedia.htm gurmatstudies.com]<br />
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* [http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Sikh youtube.com]<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhspodcast.com/archive/tsvp.html The Sikhs: A Video Podcast]<br />
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* [http://www.youtube.com/ysderby Young Sikhs Derby's YouTube Channel]<br />
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* [http://waheguroo.com/ Waheguroo.com:] Established in 2000, Waheguroo! Network is the fastest growing Sikhi portal on the net. which includes Waheguroo network | waheguroo forum | keertan.net | Khalsa.TV | Kathaa.net | Hukam.Waheguroo.com | Panthic.org | panthic radio | panthic weekly news etc.<br />
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* [http://photos.waheguroo.com/index.php?s=d3f596fa3c4282e4c8b1536802e81f36 Waheguroo - Photo Gallery] Categories: Keertan Pictures (1357); Eminent Sikhs (242): Sikhi Art (46); Gurdwara Sahibs (83); Sikh Cultures (18); Gatherings / Events / Camps (565)<br />
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* [http://waheguru.us/ WaheGuru.us:] WaheGuru.us is for anyone who’d like to share their experience with prayer and meditation. At one time or another, many of us have felt the power of a particular prayer. Readers are encouraged to include its gist or meaning, why it means so much to them, any life experiences that go to illustrate how it helped them.<br />
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* [http://www.warriorsaints.com/ Warrior Saints.com: ] Gatka is an ancient battle-tested martial art, which uses the sword as its primary weapon. <br />
Today, it exists exclusively amongst the Sikhs who have passed down <br />
the flamboyant techniques through generations. [http://www.warriorsaints.com/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.whyichosesikhism.com/ Why-I-Chose-Sikhism.com]<br />
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[[Category:Sikh Websites]]</div>Discoversikhismhttps://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Sikh_websites&diff=107704Sikh websites2013-08-26T12:47:14Z<p>Discoversikhism: /* D */</p>
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<div>'''Here is a list of the most important Sikhs websites on the World Wide Web.''' If you have created a website or know of someone else who has, feel free to add to the list. In order to help the website stand out we recommend that you write a sentence or two giving SikhiWiki users a feel for the theme or content of the site.<br />
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* [http://www.amritsarovar.com A Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib & Sikhism '''AmritSarovar.com'''] Completely dedicated Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) Amritsar (India).Offers Downloadable Gurbani Kirtan and Wallpapers, Latest News and articles on Sri Harmandir Sahib with full tourist section.A Completely Dedicated [http://forum.amritsarovar.com SIKHISM FORUM]to share views on sikhism issues and meet others from around the world. '''Free Gurbani & Kirtan Downloads'''<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhphilosophy.net About Sikh Religion] A website with comprehensive English Translations of Gurbani, Gurbani MP3 downloads - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhglory.alagshabadyug.org/index.php Alag Shabad Yug Trust Ludhiana] is an organization which distributes soul uplifting and character building high quality literature free of cost to the ambitious readers throughout the world. This Trust is formulated with a noble view in mind to apprise the world habitat the most valuable principles propounded in Gurbani and Sikh idealism through the free distribution of high quality literature in Panjabi, Hindi, English and various other languages. <br />
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* [http://www.allaboutsikhs.com All About Sikhs] Gateway to Sikhism: Has comprehensive details of Sikhi topics - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.SIkhismOnPhone.com SIkhNetwork SMS] Subscribe for free on SikhismOnPhone.com and receive free Sikhism SMS.<br />
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'''Akhand Kirtan Jatha websites:''' <br />
:* [http://www.akj.org www.akj.org] and also [http://www.akjuk.tk/ AKJ UK Site] - The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a Sikh organisation which actively promotes the Gursikh lifestyle, as taught by the Sikhs' Guru. It's primary activity is to recite the holy verses of our Guru (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments.<br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org/skins/one/ AKJ Canada Site] The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle. The Jathaa follows a strict discipline in keeping the Rehit of [[Guru Gobind Singh]] Jee. They also enjoy an active style of Keertan [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org.au/ AKJ Australia] The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a spiritually uplifting Jatha under the umbrella of Akal Takhat (Icon of 'SACH KHAND' i. e. 'REALM of TRUTH GOD' for HUMANITY) who strictly follows the Commandments of SGGS(Sachy Guran De Granth Sahib). Its primary activity is to propogate the holy teachings of TRUTH GOD (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments - this practice is known as Kirtan. <br />
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* [http://www.amritbani.com/index.htm Welcome to AmritBani.com] '''Beautiful Site - Highly recommended.''' Amrit Bani Radio is dedicated in propagating the message of Sri Guru Nank Dev Ji 24 hours a day and seven days a week throughout the UK and Europe via digital satellite channel 926, and across the world on www.amritbani.com. Programmes include Gurbani, Santhia, discussion shows, Keertan, Katha, health and many more. <br />
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:''' I got a notice asking me to update Flip 4- (Mac user). Trying a second time I got a blank page and no notice, however double clicking on the white page - started the sound. <br />
::Though the big woofer (speaker sans cover) on the left front (first) page clearly says '''Listen Live''', as it is in Black and white it does not stand out and you are told to click on the 'speaker' button after reading several paragraphs. This note added for others who are a little slow like myself.'''<br />
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* [http://www.baisakhi1999.org Baisakhi1999.org:- Eternal Glory of Guru Gobind Singh Ji and The Khalsa]<br />
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* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/ BBC on Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://www.bsingh.dsl.pipex.com/index.html B Singh presents Sikh Spirit: Articles on the Sikh faith]<br />
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* [http://www.bcsikhyouth.com/ BC Sikh Youth.com: ] Sikh Youth of British Columbia<br />
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* [http://www.bhagatsinghthind.com/Welcome.html www.bhagatsinghthind.com The first Sikh to join the US Army]<br />
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* [http://www.liddar.ca/ Bhupinder Singh Liddar] <br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more<br />
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* [http://www.singhbrothers.com/singhbrothers.htm SINGH BROTHERS] Based in [[Amritsar]], [[Punjab]] [[India]], publishing Books on [[Sikhism]]and Punjabi Literature since 1940. Maintaining the biggest ever collection of books on Sikhism in English, Punjabi and other languages. Suppliers of English/Punjabi/Indian books world-wide. Undertaking multi-coloured printing jobs with latest Hi-tech printing & binding machinery. Supplying quality musical instruments and attractive Sikh artifacts to the Sikh institutions world-wide. Providing all audio/video cassettes and CDs of Sikh Kirtan and Sikh themes to the Punjabi’s settled abroad.<br />
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* [http://www.dasmeshdarbar.com Dashmesh Darbar] Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar - Based in British Columbia, Canada <br />
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* [http://www.damdamitaksal.com Damdami Taksal] is the travelling Sikh university, which was founded by our Father Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee to impart 'a deeper' knowledge of Gurmat to Sikhs. Its 'unbroken lineage of Jathedars', who carry the Teer as did Guru ji, each a Bhram Giani, have led the Taksal throughout Sikh history . [[ Baba Deep Singh]], [[Bhai Mani Singh]], [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] and [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]] are legendary 'larger than life' Shaheeds of Sikhi they, like their fellow Jathedars, spent their lives in selfless service of the Khalsa Panth.<br />
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The following is a list of the Jathedars in order - some controversy over the death of the 14th Jathedar (and the great respect that Sikhs hold for him) has caused some confusion over using the words - unbroken lineage of Jathedars.<br />
::*[[Guru Gobind Singh]] ►[[ Baba Deep Singh]] ► [[Bhai Mani Singh]] ► [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Soorat Singh]] ► [[Jathedar Bhai Gurdas Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Sant Singh]] ► [[Sant Daya Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Bhagvan Singh]] ► [[Sant Harnam Singh Bedi]] ► [[Sant Bishan Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Sundar Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Kartar Singh Khalsa Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]]. <br />
Baba Thakur Singh, who took over as the acting head of the Damdami Taksal in June 1984, was called by some as the 15th Jathedar -- a title which he refused to use. Untill his death he allowed no one to take the title as he said that one day Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale would return to resume his duties. Baba Thakur Singh served as the acting jathedar [leader] of the taksal for 20 years after the death of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale in June 1984. A controversy has continued with Baba Harnam Singh Dhuma being appointed as the 15th (some say 16th) Jathedar with other organizations labeling Bhai Ram Singh as the 16th Jathedar. Though now declared Saheedi many Sikhs continue to think Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as the head of the famous institution.<br />
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* ''' [http://www.dashmeshpictures.com Dashmesh Pictures]''' Representing the Sikh voice through art and film.<br />
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* [http://www.desinuska.com Desi Nuska - Unbelievable Remedies]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.Dhadrianwale.com www.Dhadrianwale.com]''' ...The Official Website for Gurdwara Parmeshar Dwar Sahib (in Shekpura, Patiala, Punjab, India)...providing mass multimedia and dates of the Gurmat Diwaans held by [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]] all around India...<br />
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* ''' [http://dhansikhi.webs.com www.dhansikhi.webs.com] ''' ...Dhan Sikhi is a website based on sikhism. The website is updated weekly with articles about sikhism, Sikh Itihaas and Gurudwaras. The site has a forum where users can ask questions or doubts regarding sikhism.<br />
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''' Discover Sikhism, the Sikhs and their Gurus; the Gurus teachings, the sacrifices they made, their fight for freedom, their fight against inequality and injustice, the persecution they faced from musalmaan (muslims), their teachings on leading a charitable and honest life.'''<br />
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* [http://www.ektaone.com/index.php/ ektaone.com] Massive Kirtan Database - Niskam Sewa - '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' (Also, has now been replaced by [http://www.sikhroots.com/ sikhroots.com]<br />
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* [http://www.esikhs.com/ www.esikhs.com] Articles & Sakhis about Sikhism.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbanieducation.com '''GurbaniEducation.com''' - A site with hundreds of melodious Gurbani kirtans for free download] The sole purpose of this website is to spread the light of Gurbani in the world filled with the darkness of ignorance<br />
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* [http://www.gujri.org/index.html gujri.org] We are a non-profit organization established to promote Punjabi culture. It is our commitment to facilitate and support Punjabi culture through education, the arts and community service.<br />
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* [http://www.gobindsadan.org Gobindsadan] Rooted in the Sikh tradition and the universal teachings of its Gurus, Gobind Sadan, "God's House Without Walls," is an international interfaith community currently with centers in India, and in the U.S., which has grown out of Baba Virsa Singh ji's vision for world peace.<br />
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* [http://www.ggsacademy.com ggsacademy.com] Prof Darshan Singh Khalsa: is chairman of Guru Granth Sahib Web Academy. Born in Nov 1940 in village Sur Singha of erstwhile Punjab (now in Pakistan), he has been serving Sikh sangat throughout the world with keertan and katha sewa for the last 40 years. He remained at sewa of Akal Takht Sahib in the most turbulent time of the 20th century for Sikhs, from 1987 - 1990. He can be contacted at (905) 970-0520 or through email at dsinghsahib at ggsacademy dot com<br />
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* [http://www.gurdwarajobs.com Gurdwara Jobs: Gurdwaras listing worldwide and Capable staff for it]<br />
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* [http://www.guruangaddev.com Guruangaddev.com: Guru Angad Dev - Khadoor Sahib]<br />
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* [http://www.gurudwarasofindia.com GURUDWARAS OF INDIA] - The well known and the not so well known Gurudwaras in different parts of the country and their brief history, significance and 'exclusive' pictures taken by me on my recent visit(s) there !<br />
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*[http://www.gsghks.org.uk/ Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib Ji] at 12 Sherborne Street, Manchester, M3 1FE (UK). Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib, does not believe in committees therefore the Gurdwara is run solely by the sevadaars of the Gurdwara Sahib. Based in the heart of Manchester, Gurdwara Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji is one of the most renowned Gurdwaras in England.Our motto: SEVA, SIMRAN and GURMAT is our basis for how the Gurdwara runs today. <br />
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*[http://gurdwara-of-hertfordshire.org/index.html Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Hitchin] Radcliffe Road, Tel: +44 (0) 1462 432993. The Gurdwara is open for worship daily from 6.00 am to 8.30 pm. There are two full time priests who conduct the regular daily service. The attendance in the weekly congregation on Sundays is approximately 200. On special occasions and other anniversaries in the Sikh Calendar the attendance reaches to about 400.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.org/ Gurbani.org: ] Reflections on Gurbani - This website is dedicated to experiencing deeper Realization of the Gurbani (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS, the eternal Guru of the Sikhs). Various themes mentioned in the Gurbani are being reflected upon through the Gurbani As It Is (please see the Gurbani Articles). These Gurbani Reflections are written in simple to read language, without the esoteric mumble jumble. [http://www.gurbani.org/ .... Click here to read on.] <br> <br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/index.htm GurmatSangeetProject.com] This website is dedicated to these seven children, whose desire to learn and the tremendous energy they poured into the study of Gurmat Sangeet over the past four years, was the primary inspiration for the Gurmat Sangeet; Notation; Compositions; Recoding by various ragis; Articles; etc<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/ Gurmat Studies.com : ]<br />
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* ''' [http://bhaisahib.restoringthepride.com Bhai Gurdarshan Singh]''' Gurmat, kirtan, and thoughts of Bhai Sahib Gurdarshan Singh of Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (Rockville, MD).<br />
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* ''' [http://www.gurmatstudy.com Gurmat Study]''' Gurmat, Free Monthly e-zine, Gurpurab Alerts, Gurmat Programs, Gurmat based Mutimedia, Gurbani Kirtan, Sikh Rehat Maryada<br />
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* [http://www.gurugranthdarpan.com '''SatGurBani DARPAN''']'''ONE place for Gurbani Lovers seeking, logically / grammatically / socially / politically / thematically / philosophically correct translation, encompassing all available interpretations. Life time work of Bhai Veer Singh & Prof Sahib Singh dedicated to nothing but [[1|GURMAT]].'''<br><br><br />
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* [http://www.hypersuper.com/search.jsp?search=sikh HyperSuper.com - Search Engine] selected to give Sikh news from various news sources<br />
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* [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere]<br />
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* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/sikhism.htm Ikonkar.com]<br />
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* [http://www.ik13.com/isher_micro_media_2005.htm ik13.com]ik13.com a site with software resources such as twarikh guru khalsa( Gur pratap surj Granth),full line by linetranslation of sri guru granth sahib ; vaaran Bhai gurdas Ji and many more.<br />
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* http://www.itihaasakgurudwaras.com/ : A webiste Contain whole information about the historical gurdwaras word wide and sacred belongings of gurus. The website is under construction.<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more <br><br />
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* [http://www.kirtanstore.com Kirtan Store com - Portal Gurbani CDs] Buy all Gurbani CDs DVDs MP3 at [http://www.KirtanStore.Com]<br />
*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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* [http://www.kathaa.net/ Katha.net (waheguroo network)]: This website is an amazing resource for anyone seeking deep information about philosophy of the Sikh religion.<br />
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* [http://www.kabira.freeservers.com Kabira]: This website has great information on the Sikh religion and amazing Sikhism related photos and much much more!!!.<br />
* [http://www.keertan.net/ keertan.net]: sister of Ikeertan (waheguroo network) , together total 1100GB of keertan ; '''Free Kirtan download'''! <br />
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* [http://www.kirtandarbar.org.uk/ kirtandarbar.org.uk] Simply to collect Kirtan information on the web and present in one easy interface without discrimination or affiliation to any group for the humanity and initiate new thinking and ways to promote kirtan in the world. '''Free Kirtan downloads''' via links<br />
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* [http://www.kirtansevauk.org/ Kirtan Sewa UK] The aim of [[Kirtan]] [[Seva]] UK, is to bring world famous Kirtani [[Jatha]]s to the UK! This can only be done through [[Guru]] Sahibs [[Kirpa]], and with the support of a number of [[Gurdwara]]s, Kirtan Seva UK is run by independent sevadars who enjoy kirtan, but are not attached to any particular Gurdwara! Kirtan Seva UK would like to thank Gurdwara Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar, Wolverhampton for their full support! Events arranged by Kirtan Seva UK team include Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2004 and Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2006. '''Free Kirtan download'''<br />
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* [http://www.khalsa.tv/ khalsa.tv (waheguroo network) The first Sikh TV Station ; free]<br />
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* [http://WWW.khalsaforce.net KHALSAFORCE: Dedicated to Khalsa]<br />
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*[http://www.khalsaaid.org/ Khalsa Aid is an international non-profit aid and relief organization founded on the Sikh principles of SEWA]<br />
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* [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/ Khalsa Camp: Discover The Spirit Within] Khalsa Camp a well-established name which represents the highest quality and most inspirational Sikh camp available in the world. At Khalsa Camp, our aim is to provide everyone who attends with as much knowledge of the Guru's teachings, as many answers to questions and as much experience of the Sikh way of life as possible - and all within just a few days! [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com/ Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com]: The Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh project is an open invitation to anyone to catalog the Bani from Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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* http://maritimesikhsociety.com/mss.html Maritime Sikh Society] 10 Parkhill Road, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3P 1R3 Ph : (902)-477-0008 Nova Scotia, Canada's ocean playground, started attracting Sikhs to its beautiful land in the early nineteen sixties. Most of the Sikhs who came here were teachers, engineers and doctors. Among them, Gajinder Singh Chowdhury is believed to be the first Sikh to reach Nova Scotia. Landing in Ottawa in 1958 from UK, he moved to Halifax in 1959....<br />
* [http://maritimesikhsociety.com/press.html MSS in the news]<br />
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* [http://www.maskeensahib.com/?p=p_1&sName=HOME Welcome to the Maskeen Sahib web site] This site contains recordings of Our beloved Panth Ratan Giani Sant Singh Ji Maskeen. Although Maskeen Sahib is no longer with us, we thank Waheguru that much of his invaluable kathas are recorded. Kathas are offered on the DOWNLOADS page for download in mp3 format<br />
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* [http://sikhmoviesreviews.blogspot.com Movie reviews by a Sikh] Critical reviews of Bollywood and Hollywood movies from a Sikh parent.<br />
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* '''[http://www.MyGuruJi.com www.MyGuruJi.com : World's First Computerised Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji]''' <small>You can Download the complete Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji in Gurmukhi, English Translation and the Transliteration from this website. It comes with complete search and find capabilities. For more information, please email [mailto://PAL@MyGuruJi.com Pal@MyGuruJi.com]<br />
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Article from the Computer Times, Singapore : MyGuruJi In the Media... Computerised prayers The Singapore Sikh community is using technology, including the Web and PDAs, to keep in touch with the religious side of their roots.<br />
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A giant screen beaming Computer presentations to a rapt audience may seem run-of-the-mill at a business seminar. But the 500 men, women and children who had gathered in the cavernous hall of the Katong Sikh Temple were not at any seminar. They were there to pray. Sikh prayers and hymns or kirtans are written in the ancient script, Gurmukhi, which many members of the community here in Singapore do not understand. <br />
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Earlier, temple volunteers used to photocopy and distribute scraps of paper containing translations before each prayer meeting, which was cumbersome and uneconomical. So a handful of technology-savvy community members came up with the idea of using a PowerPoint presentation instead. PowerPoint presentations contain not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in Gurmukhi and Roman scripts.<br />
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Mr Sarjit Singh, 34, a volunteer at the Silat Road Sikh Temple, explained: "The English translations particularly help young community members appreciate the values embedded in our daily prayers better." The presentation contains not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in both Gurmukhi and the Roman scripts.</small><br />
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*'''N'''..[http://www.njsikhs.com NJ Sikhs]<br />
* [http://www.newsikhs.co.nr/ Newsikhs] Website created for those interested in Sikhi & those who are new to Sikhism....<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarthath.co.uk/ Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar], a Global Charitable Organisation, initiated by Sant Baba Amar Singh Ji in 1972, is a Lineage of Sikh Saints and is devoted to the objective of '''spreading the universal message of [[Sikhism]]'''. It promotes the three ideals of Sikhism;<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarkaleran.net/ www.nanaksarkaleran.net is the official website of Nanaksar Kaleran, Jagraon], The founder of Thaath Nanaksar was Baba Nand Singh Ji, whose unparalleled Tapasya and sewa of Shri Guru Granth Sahib ji proved the words of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji that Guru Granth Sahib is a Living/Pargat Guru of Sikhs. This website publishes daily hukamnama of Shri Guru Granth Saheb ji from Nanak Sar Kaleran, Jagraon, Also Katha, Kirtan and rare videos posted frequently;<br />
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* [http://www.nishkam.org/ Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council’s web site (Nishkam)]<br />
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* [http://www.nishkamcanada.org/ Nishkamcanada.org: A small Sikh charity showing how a little compassion goes a long way]<br />
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* ॥'''ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ10'''॥.'''ORG''' [http://patshahi10.org Patshahi10.Org: Website on the revolutionary bani of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib]: www.Patshahi10.Org is the most intensive and influential website on the sacred bani of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. This website is committed towards disseminating constructive understanding of Guru Sahib's bani. Articles and writings of some of the most prominent contemporary Sikh scholars, thinkers, academicians, and leaders are regularly published here. This website also serves as a primary multimedia resource facilitating the prachaar of Gurbani. www.Patshahi10.Org aims at propagating Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's writings in a positive spirit.<br />
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* [http://www.punjabiheritage.org/ punjabiheritage.org] The Punjabi American Heritage Society was founded in 1993 with the purpose of promoting friendship and understanding with other communities and helping our younger generation getting connected to their roots. The Punjabi American Heritage Society is a nonprofit, non-political and secular organization.<br />
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* [http://www.pagrihouse.com Online pagree store]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com Proudtobesikh - Multimedia Website] Download and connect to Gurbani kirtan, katha and other Sikhi media including paath, nitnem, text, presentations, etc.<br />
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* [http://www.panthicradio.com/ Panthic Radio (waheguroo network)] Now you can enjoy Gurbani, keertan, kathaa and simran 24/7 with just one click of the mouse.<br />
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* [http://news.waheguroo.com/ Panthic Weekly (waheguroo network)] weekly news from around the world related to the Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://www.panthkhalsa.org/ Panthkhalsa.org: Fort Panth Khalsa] Information on Sikh Nation.<br />
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* [http://www.prabhmilnekachao.com Prabh Milne Ka Chao]<br />
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* [http://www.punjabidish.com Punjabi Dish: Punjabi food Worldwide]<br />
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* '''[http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.net Raj Karega Khalsa Network]''' This site is run by [[sangat]] for sangat and could not be run without the donation of media content - audio, video, presentations, literature, images, and other uploads by yourselves. '''Download free images, Kirtan, Katha, Literature, etc.'''<br />
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* [http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.com Raj Karega Khalsa .com Website]<br />
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* [http://www.rootsgear.com/ RootsGear.com (T-Shirts Etc.): Connecting you to your Roots]<br />
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* [http://www.realsikhism.com/ Real Sikhism.com]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.restoringthepride.com RestoringThePride.com]''' The home of Dashmesh Pictures, and other Pro-Sikh artworks.<br />
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* [http://www.retiredsikhs.com/ Retired Sikhs - The Experienced People]<br />
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Thanks to Chandigarh-based Amritpal Singh’s “online” intervention, which assures the elderly a life beyond sunset years. The effort is ingenuous as it promises retired Sikhs all and any assistance they require. Whether it is about opening a bank account, getting a new passport, hiring a maid or seeking productive engagement, Amritpal Singh’s portal www.retiredsikhs.com offers every solution. All it requires is registration, following which a person’s profile becomes available on a global database which is accessed every minute by a range of service providers, globally. <br />
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* ''' [http://www.ruhanisatsangusa.org/kirpal.htm ruhanisatsangusa.org]''' "To fill the human heart with compassion, mercy and universal love, which should radiate to all countries, nations and peoples of the world. To make a true religion of the heart as the ruling factor in one's life. To enable each one to love God, love all, serve all, and have respect for all, as God is immanent in all forms. My goal is that of oneness. I spread the message of oneness in life and living. This is the way to peace on earth. This is the mission of my life, and I pray that it may be fulfilled."<br />
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* [http://www.sabadvartara.org Sabadvartara] This web-site promotes 'The Gur Sabad', 'Naam Abhiass' and delivers the truthful meaning of the Sabads in the Guru Granth Ji. It also provides access to the 'Sabad Vartara Tape Index' and various audio recordings.<br />
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* [http://www.saldef.org/default.aspx saldef.org] The Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF) is the oldest and largest Sikh American national non-profit civil rights and educational organization. We empower Sikh Americans through legal assistance, educational outreach, legislative advocacy, and media relations.<br />
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* [http://www.shoorsaini.com Shoorsaini.com]: Complete resource on the Saini community of Punjab <br />
*[http://www.sainionline.com SainiOnline.com]:A resource that includes detailed information about Saini Sikhs, including their historical origin, and their contribution to Sikhi and Sikh Martyrdom.<br />
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* [http://www.saintsoldiers.net/ saintsoldiers.net]<br />
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* [[Image:santsipahilogo.jpg|200px|left]][http://www.santsipahi.org Sant Sipahi: The Oldest Panthic Magazine]: Now in the 60th year of its publication, ’Sant Sipahi’, the oldest Punjabi Panthic monthly magazine, was started in the year 1945 by veteran statesman, 'Panth Rattan' Master Tara Singh. Ever since its inception it has been instrumental in creating public awareness and has always been the forerunner opinion maker. Right from its inception ‘Sant Sipahi has always stood by the Sikh Principles and, taking inspiration from 'Gurbani', 'Gur-Itihaas' and 'Sikh Rehat Maryada', has guarded the Sikh interests. Committed to safeguarding the ideology of the Akal Takhat Sahib, it has always acted as a panthic watchdog taking up some bold initiatives on Sikh social and panthic issues. At present it is being edited by eminent Sikh scholar and Sikh Legislative affairs expert Sardar Gurcharanjit Singh Lamba<br />
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* ''' [http://www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com]''' ...The Official International Website for the renowned Gurmat Parchaarak of the Sikh Panth, [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]]...providing mass multimedia and information of International Gurmat Visits by the Jathebandhi...<br />
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* [http://shaheedanewafa.googlepages.com/home Shaheedan - E - Wafa] <----- Read It Online<br />
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* [http://www.saraibooking.com/ Sarai Booking - Book for Gurdwara Staying and Planning your Pilgrimage ]<br />
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* [http://www.sevatothemax.com/blog/ Singhs as Crossroads] Seva to the Max.com - SevaToTheMAX is an Internet resource that is designed to provide interesting content for the propagation of Sikh missionary work across the world.<br />
* [http://www.searchgurbani.com Search Gurbani: Gurbani Research Website] '''Pathway to God''' - THE Guru Granth Sahib is indeed unique in its thought, literary expression and the message it continues to communicate centuries after it was written. Exalted thought needs to be transported on the vehicle of language to reach the masses. Poetic expression lifts prose to a higher plane. When verse and music meld, their beauty and sweetness makes mind transcend the humdrum of rational existence.<br />
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* [http://www.sgpc.net/index.html SGPC.NET: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee]<br />
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* [http://www.shrg.net/ shrg.net] The Sikh Human Rights Group (SHRG) is a group of volunteers and activists with a mutual interest in the protection and promotion of human rights, the peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of the agencies of the United Nations to reflect the needs of the people rather than the states.<br />
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* [http://www.simran.info simran.info]<br />
* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha]<br />
* [http://www.sikhroots.com SikhRoots]<br />
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* [http://sikhbytes.guroocities.com/akhand.htm Sikh Bytes] Kirtan & Video Downloads<br />
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* [http://www.scys-online.org Sikh Community & Youth Service (SCYS)]<br />
* [http://www.sikhchamber.com/ sikhchamber.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/Sikhism11.asp Sikh Coalition.org: Defends civil rights]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcouncilusa.org/ sikhcouncilusa.org]<br />
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* [http://www.sikh.dk Sikh Denmark]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhee.com Sikhee.com] A wealth of Sikh articles and multimedia aimed at uplifting your spirit. '''Free mp3s, photos and videos to download.'''<br />
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'''Sikh Formations: Religion, Culture, Theory''' <br />
* [http://www.informaworld.com/rsfo Sikh Formations] An interdisciplinary journal founded to understand Sikhs, Sikhism, and Sikh Identity within the context of a new and dynamic setting that embraces globalisation, trans-nationalism, and other related processes.'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikh-history.com/ Sikh-History.com: History of the Sikhs]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhimedia.net/share/index.php SikhiTube.Com] was founded in November 2006 and is a sharing sikh media site for people to watch and share original Sikh Videos worldwide through a Web experience.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhisearch.com SikhiSearch.com] A '''gurbani Multimedia Search engine''', which searches for keertan, Katha , shabads either in Audio/video (downloadable and streaming) or Readable format depending on Your search prefrences. Sikhi search do not contain any of this material it just searches all the sikh sites mentioned here and all others those are available to us. We hav also created a directory of websites related to sikhism, a list of all available sikhism '''Radio Stations''', and sikhism '''Wallpapers'''.<br><br></div><br />
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* [http://www.sikhitothemax.com Sikhi to the Max] SGGS( Sacy Guran De Granth Sahib ) on line. Gurbani Search Engine. Gurbani '''GAME''' 'Super Saint'. <br />
* [http://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Main_Page sikhiwiki.org] Welcome to SikhiWiki, a free Sikh Encyclopedia that anyone can edit.<br />
* [http://www.sikhiunited.com/v6/ SikhiUnited.Com]: [[SikhiUnited.Com]] This is a new Sikh Youth Forum. Main Features are: -Free Sign-Up -New Topic Posting & Replies -Gurbani & Shabads(Audio-To Download) including simrans from Bhai Manpreet and from other artists.Also live events from SaadSangat -Gurbani & Shabads(Video-To Download) including simrans from other artists -Desktop Themes & Wallpapers -Gallery If you are trying to look for any types of Gurbani & Shabads Audio or Video and you cant find it well you can post in at SikhiUnited.Com and we will find it for you.<br />
* [http://www.sikhism.com/ sikhism.com] Comprehensive Site on Sikh faith - Find Literature, Books, Articles, Kirtan, Sakhis, etc<br />
* [http://www.sikhism101.com/ Sikhism101.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhismguide.org/ SikhismGuide.org] Guide to the Sikh religion. History of the Sikh Gurus and saints. Information on Sikh gurdwaras. Calendar of Sikh holidays.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhkids.com/index.html sikhkids.com] The aim of SIKHkids.com is to give young Sikh people support and the platform to share their views experiences and knowledge with each other. <br />
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* [http://www.sikhlionz.com Siikh Lionz]<br />
* [http://www.SikhLionz.com SikhLionz Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhlink.net/ SikhLink.net: Site dedicated to Sikhs all over]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhmarg.com Sikh Marg]- NIRMOLE GURBANI SITE.Strongly recommended for all Gurbani Lovers.<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhmuseum.com/home.htm Welcome to the official web page of the first registered '''Sikh Museum in UK''']<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com Sikhnet.com] One of the original Sikh websites which has a wide spectrum of interesting items - A must for all Web-addict Sikhs! SikhNet is truly a labor of love. SikhNet went online for the first time in 1983, as the first computer presence for Sikh Dharma...... <br />
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* [http://www.sikhnation.com/kirtan/ sikhnation.com] Books, Kirtan, Photo Galley, Sikhi Computer Games, etc <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-people.co.uk/ Sikh People AKA Sikh World] New Sikh Website<br />
* [http://www.sikhphotos.com/ sikhphotos.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpioneers.org/ SikhPioneers.org: Pioneer Immigration to Pacific Coast]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/defaultmain.php sikhpoint.com]<br />
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* '''[http://www.srschicago.com/ Sikh Religious Society of Chicago] *** New ***''' This organization manages the largest Gurdwara Sahib of Midwest America at 1280 Winnetka Street, Palatine on a Campus spread over fourteen acres of land at a prime location in Chicago's metropolitan area. <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-religion.de Sikh-Religion Germany]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreligion.org/ sikhreligion.org] Sikh Missionary Center, P.O. Box 62521, Phoenix, Arizona 85082 USA<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreview.org/ SikhReview.org: Gurbani philosophy & Spirit of Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://sikhscholarship.org/ sikhscholarship.org] To provide prestigious scholarships for Sikhs to leading universities such as Oxford and Harvard, thereby ensuring Sikhs are always represented at the world’s top universities<br />
* [http://sikhsangeet.com Sikh Sangeet] Listen, Stream and Download high-quality MP3 files of Shabad Kirtan, Gurbani Uchaaran (Shri Guru Granth Sahib recital in MP3 format), Gurmat Veechar, Dharmik Songs, Live Recorded and Dhadi Vaaran.<br />
* [http://www.sikhisensations.com/ SikhiSensations.com] Download keertan, view photos, and download multimedia presentations not only from all aspects of Sikhi... <br />
* [http://www.sikhspeak.com/ Sikhspeak.com] An e-Magazine for Sikhs in the Information Age. "Recognise Mankind as One" - Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Also see [[Sikhspeak]]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsearch.net Sikh Search Engine]<br />
* [http://www.sikhshabads.com/ Sikh Shabads.com] Welcome to SikhShabads.com. This site is designed to help you understand the meanings behind the shabads and prayers that we read and listen to everyday. We are creating "captions": for each one of the shabads and prayers. Captions are lines of text that change according to the audio that is currently being played. In these captions, we try to place Gurmukhi, English pronunciation, and translations.<br />
* [http://www.sikhshop.com/ sikhshop.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhstudents.ca/ Sikhstudents.ca: Uniting the Youth of Canada!]<br />
* [http://www.sikhspectrum.com/ SikhSpectrum.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsangat.org/ SikhSangat.org: Sikhi News Worlwide]<br />
* [http://www.sikhseek.com/ SikhSeek.com: Web Guide For Finding Anything Sikh]<br />
* [http://www.sikhisidak.com SikhiSidak.Com] was founded in 2005 and is a comprehensive resource site for Sikhism meeting the needs and aspirations of the Sikhs worldwide - social, cultural, religious, professional and personal, and elite podium providing a strong network for all age groups to collaborate, exchange information and expand their horizons to serve humanity as exemplary citizens. Sikhism believes in One God and equality to all humans, rejects idol worship, casteism, ritualism and asceticism. Ours is a humble effort to bring awareness about Sikhism and may be of some use to knowledge seekers<br />
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*'''Sikh T to Z'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhzone.net Sikh Zone ] Learn about Sikhism, Sikh Gurus, Read Gurbani online, download Sikhism Wallpapers, Download pdf gurbani.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/ 'SikhVibes.com:'] Great collection of NEW/RARE kirtan recordings from smaagams, raensbayees and kirtan programs from around the world. Our kirtan section is updated every week ! Launched this year in January 2008, SikhVibes.com has grown to over 100 GB of free online recordings/videos and more ! '''Free Kirtan Katha and Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.SikhVideos.com Sikh Videos Gurbani Kirtan] Watch some of the most popular Sikh Religious Videos at high quality for free.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhwomen.com/ Sikh Women.com]<br />
* [http://www.sohnijodi.com ]A sikh web portal with Sikh news, Sikh views, Gurdwara pics, Sikh matrimonial and a lot more related to Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha] <br />
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* [http://Smartsikhs.com Smart Sikhs FREE Online Network] - Sikh Dating and Sikh Matrimony.<br />
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* '''[http://www.sochnet.com/index.html SOCH] *** New ***''' The SOCH is an organization with a mission to impact the lives of less privileged children, enabling them to maximize their potential and change their lives.<br />
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* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/ srigurugranthsahib.org the largest resource on sikhism on internet]<br />
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* [http://www.srigranth.org Sri Granth]<br />
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* [http://www.sweetsikhi.com/ 'Sweet Sikhi:'] is the affectionate title given to a group of Sikh youngsters who are dedicated to seva for the social and spiritual upliftment of Sikh youngsters through sharing Gurmat (the Guru's teachings) in a medium, language and way, which young people can relate to and understand through the radio, talks, workshops and camps.<br />
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* [http://www.tapoban.org/ Tapoban.org]<br />
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* [http://thesikhspodcast.com/ TheSikhsPodcast.com]<br />
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* [http://www.unitedsikhs.org/ UnitedSikhs.org: Recognize the human race as One]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/s/SikhEducationalVideos Sikh Educational Videos @ Sikhnet]<br />
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* [http://www.patshahi10.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&id=6&Itemid=56 Video-Lectures by Sikh scholars and academicians on the banee of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
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* [http://www.mrsikhnet.com/index.php/audio-video-archive/ Mr Sikhnet's Media]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/by-titles.htm sikhvideos.org]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/default.aspx proudtobesikh.com]<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/multimedia.htm gurmatstudies.com]<br />
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* [http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Sikh youtube.com]<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhspodcast.com/archive/tsvp.html The Sikhs: A Video Podcast]<br />
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* [http://waheguroo.com/ Waheguroo.com:] Established in 2000, Waheguroo! Network is the fastest growing Sikhi portal on the net. which includes Waheguroo network | waheguroo forum | keertan.net | Khalsa.TV | Kathaa.net | Hukam.Waheguroo.com | Panthic.org | panthic radio | panthic weekly news etc.<br />
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* [http://photos.waheguroo.com/index.php?s=d3f596fa3c4282e4c8b1536802e81f36 Waheguroo - Photo Gallery] Categories: Keertan Pictures (1357); Eminent Sikhs (242): Sikhi Art (46); Gurdwara Sahibs (83); Sikh Cultures (18); Gatherings / Events / Camps (565)<br />
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* [http://waheguru.us/ WaheGuru.us:] WaheGuru.us is for anyone who’d like to share their experience with prayer and meditation. At one time or another, many of us have felt the power of a particular prayer. Readers are encouraged to include its gist or meaning, why it means so much to them, any life experiences that go to illustrate how it helped them.<br />
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* [http://www.warriorsaints.com/ Warrior Saints.com: ] Gatka is an ancient battle-tested martial art, which uses the sword as its primary weapon. <br />
Today, it exists exclusively amongst the Sikhs who have passed down <br />
the flamboyant techniques through generations. [http://www.warriorsaints.com/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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[[Category:Sikh Websites]]</div>Discoversikhismhttps://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Sikh_websites&diff=107703Sikh websites2013-08-26T12:42:09Z<p>Discoversikhism: /* D */</p>
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<div>'''Here is a list of the most important Sikhs websites on the World Wide Web.''' If you have created a website or know of someone else who has, feel free to add to the list. In order to help the website stand out we recommend that you write a sentence or two giving SikhiWiki users a feel for the theme or content of the site.<br />
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* [http://www.amritsarovar.com A Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib & Sikhism '''AmritSarovar.com'''] Completely dedicated Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) Amritsar (India).Offers Downloadable Gurbani Kirtan and Wallpapers, Latest News and articles on Sri Harmandir Sahib with full tourist section.A Completely Dedicated [http://forum.amritsarovar.com SIKHISM FORUM]to share views on sikhism issues and meet others from around the world. '''Free Gurbani & Kirtan Downloads'''<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhphilosophy.net About Sikh Religion] A website with comprehensive English Translations of Gurbani, Gurbani MP3 downloads - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhglory.alagshabadyug.org/index.php Alag Shabad Yug Trust Ludhiana] is an organization which distributes soul uplifting and character building high quality literature free of cost to the ambitious readers throughout the world. This Trust is formulated with a noble view in mind to apprise the world habitat the most valuable principles propounded in Gurbani and Sikh idealism through the free distribution of high quality literature in Panjabi, Hindi, English and various other languages. <br />
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* [http://www.allaboutsikhs.com All About Sikhs] Gateway to Sikhism: Has comprehensive details of Sikhi topics - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.SIkhismOnPhone.com SIkhNetwork SMS] Subscribe for free on SikhismOnPhone.com and receive free Sikhism SMS.<br />
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'''Akhand Kirtan Jatha websites:''' <br />
:* [http://www.akj.org www.akj.org] and also [http://www.akjuk.tk/ AKJ UK Site] - The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a Sikh organisation which actively promotes the Gursikh lifestyle, as taught by the Sikhs' Guru. It's primary activity is to recite the holy verses of our Guru (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments.<br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org/skins/one/ AKJ Canada Site] The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle. The Jathaa follows a strict discipline in keeping the Rehit of [[Guru Gobind Singh]] Jee. They also enjoy an active style of Keertan [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org.au/ AKJ Australia] The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a spiritually uplifting Jatha under the umbrella of Akal Takhat (Icon of 'SACH KHAND' i. e. 'REALM of TRUTH GOD' for HUMANITY) who strictly follows the Commandments of SGGS(Sachy Guran De Granth Sahib). Its primary activity is to propogate the holy teachings of TRUTH GOD (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments - this practice is known as Kirtan. <br />
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* [http://www.amritbani.com/index.htm Welcome to AmritBani.com] '''Beautiful Site - Highly recommended.''' Amrit Bani Radio is dedicated in propagating the message of Sri Guru Nank Dev Ji 24 hours a day and seven days a week throughout the UK and Europe via digital satellite channel 926, and across the world on www.amritbani.com. Programmes include Gurbani, Santhia, discussion shows, Keertan, Katha, health and many more. <br />
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:''' I got a notice asking me to update Flip 4- (Mac user). Trying a second time I got a blank page and no notice, however double clicking on the white page - started the sound. <br />
::Though the big woofer (speaker sans cover) on the left front (first) page clearly says '''Listen Live''', as it is in Black and white it does not stand out and you are told to click on the 'speaker' button after reading several paragraphs. This note added for others who are a little slow like myself.'''<br />
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* [http://www.baisakhi1999.org Baisakhi1999.org:- Eternal Glory of Guru Gobind Singh Ji and The Khalsa]<br />
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* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/ BBC on Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://www.bsingh.dsl.pipex.com/index.html B Singh presents Sikh Spirit: Articles on the Sikh faith]<br />
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* [http://www.bcsikhyouth.com/ BC Sikh Youth.com: ] Sikh Youth of British Columbia<br />
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* [http://www.bhagatsinghthind.com/Welcome.html www.bhagatsinghthind.com The first Sikh to join the US Army]<br />
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* [http://www.liddar.ca/ Bhupinder Singh Liddar] <br />
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===Books===<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more<br />
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* [http://www.singhbrothers.com/singhbrothers.htm SINGH BROTHERS] Based in [[Amritsar]], [[Punjab]] [[India]], publishing Books on [[Sikhism]]and Punjabi Literature since 1940. Maintaining the biggest ever collection of books on Sikhism in English, Punjabi and other languages. Suppliers of English/Punjabi/Indian books world-wide. Undertaking multi-coloured printing jobs with latest Hi-tech printing & binding machinery. Supplying quality musical instruments and attractive Sikh artifacts to the Sikh institutions world-wide. Providing all audio/video cassettes and CDs of Sikh Kirtan and Sikh themes to the Punjabi’s settled abroad.<br />
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* [http://www.dasmeshdarbar.com Dashmesh Darbar] Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar - Based in British Columbia, Canada <br />
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* [http://www.damdamitaksal.com Damdami Taksal] is the travelling Sikh university, which was founded by our Father Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee to impart 'a deeper' knowledge of Gurmat to Sikhs. Its 'unbroken lineage of Jathedars', who carry the Teer as did Guru ji, each a Bhram Giani, have led the Taksal throughout Sikh history . [[ Baba Deep Singh]], [[Bhai Mani Singh]], [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] and [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]] are legendary 'larger than life' Shaheeds of Sikhi they, like their fellow Jathedars, spent their lives in selfless service of the Khalsa Panth.<br />
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The following is a list of the Jathedars in order - some controversy over the death of the 14th Jathedar (and the great respect that Sikhs hold for him) has caused some confusion over using the words - unbroken lineage of Jathedars.<br />
::*[[Guru Gobind Singh]] ►[[ Baba Deep Singh]] ► [[Bhai Mani Singh]] ► [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Soorat Singh]] ► [[Jathedar Bhai Gurdas Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Sant Singh]] ► [[Sant Daya Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Bhagvan Singh]] ► [[Sant Harnam Singh Bedi]] ► [[Sant Bishan Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Sundar Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Kartar Singh Khalsa Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]]. <br />
Baba Thakur Singh, who took over as the acting head of the Damdami Taksal in June 1984, was called by some as the 15th Jathedar -- a title which he refused to use. Untill his death he allowed no one to take the title as he said that one day Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale would return to resume his duties. Baba Thakur Singh served as the acting jathedar [leader] of the taksal for 20 years after the death of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale in June 1984. A controversy has continued with Baba Harnam Singh Dhuma being appointed as the 15th (some say 16th) Jathedar with other organizations labeling Bhai Ram Singh as the 16th Jathedar. Though now declared Saheedi many Sikhs continue to think Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as the head of the famous institution.<br />
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* ''' [http://www.dashmeshpictures.com Dashmesh Pictures]''' Representing the Sikh voice through art and film.<br />
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* [http://www.desinuska.com Desi Nuska - Unbelievable Remedies]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.Dhadrianwale.com www.Dhadrianwale.com]''' ...The Official Website for Gurdwara Parmeshar Dwar Sahib (in Shekpura, Patiala, Punjab, India)...providing mass multimedia and dates of the Gurmat Diwaans held by [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]] all around India...<br />
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* ''' [http://dhansikhi.webs.com www.dhansikhi.webs.com] ''' ...Dhan Sikhi is a website based on sikhism. The website is updated weekly with articles about sikhism, Sikh Itihaas and Gurudwaras. The site has a forum where users can ask questions or doubts regarding sikhism.<br />
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* ''' www.discoversikhism.com Discover Sikhism, the Sikhs and their Gurus; the Gurus teachings, the sacrifices they made, their fight for freedom, their fight against inequality and injustice, the persecution they faced from musalmaan (muslims), their teachings on leading a charitable and honest life.'''<br />
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* [http://www.ektaone.com/index.php/ ektaone.com] Massive Kirtan Database - Niskam Sewa - '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' (Also, has now been replaced by [http://www.sikhroots.com/ sikhroots.com]<br />
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* [http://www.esikhs.com/ www.esikhs.com] Articles & Sakhis about Sikhism.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbanieducation.com '''GurbaniEducation.com''' - A site with hundreds of melodious Gurbani kirtans for free download] The sole purpose of this website is to spread the light of Gurbani in the world filled with the darkness of ignorance<br />
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* [http://www.gujri.org/index.html gujri.org] We are a non-profit organization established to promote Punjabi culture. It is our commitment to facilitate and support Punjabi culture through education, the arts and community service.<br />
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* [http://www.gobindsadan.org Gobindsadan] Rooted in the Sikh tradition and the universal teachings of its Gurus, Gobind Sadan, "God's House Without Walls," is an international interfaith community currently with centers in India, and in the U.S., which has grown out of Baba Virsa Singh ji's vision for world peace.<br />
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* [http://www.ggsacademy.com ggsacademy.com] Prof Darshan Singh Khalsa: is chairman of Guru Granth Sahib Web Academy. Born in Nov 1940 in village Sur Singha of erstwhile Punjab (now in Pakistan), he has been serving Sikh sangat throughout the world with keertan and katha sewa for the last 40 years. He remained at sewa of Akal Takht Sahib in the most turbulent time of the 20th century for Sikhs, from 1987 - 1990. He can be contacted at (905) 970-0520 or through email at dsinghsahib at ggsacademy dot com<br />
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* [http://www.gurdwarajobs.com Gurdwara Jobs: Gurdwaras listing worldwide and Capable staff for it]<br />
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* [http://www.guruangaddev.com Guruangaddev.com: Guru Angad Dev - Khadoor Sahib]<br />
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* [http://www.gurudwarasofindia.com GURUDWARAS OF INDIA] - The well known and the not so well known Gurudwaras in different parts of the country and their brief history, significance and 'exclusive' pictures taken by me on my recent visit(s) there !<br />
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*[http://www.gsghks.org.uk/ Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib Ji] at 12 Sherborne Street, Manchester, M3 1FE (UK). Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib, does not believe in committees therefore the Gurdwara is run solely by the sevadaars of the Gurdwara Sahib. Based in the heart of Manchester, Gurdwara Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji is one of the most renowned Gurdwaras in England.Our motto: SEVA, SIMRAN and GURMAT is our basis for how the Gurdwara runs today. <br />
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*[http://gurdwara-of-hertfordshire.org/index.html Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Hitchin] Radcliffe Road, Tel: +44 (0) 1462 432993. The Gurdwara is open for worship daily from 6.00 am to 8.30 pm. There are two full time priests who conduct the regular daily service. The attendance in the weekly congregation on Sundays is approximately 200. On special occasions and other anniversaries in the Sikh Calendar the attendance reaches to about 400.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.org/ Gurbani.org: ] Reflections on Gurbani - This website is dedicated to experiencing deeper Realization of the Gurbani (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS, the eternal Guru of the Sikhs). Various themes mentioned in the Gurbani are being reflected upon through the Gurbani As It Is (please see the Gurbani Articles). These Gurbani Reflections are written in simple to read language, without the esoteric mumble jumble. [http://www.gurbani.org/ .... Click here to read on.] <br> <br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/index.htm GurmatSangeetProject.com] This website is dedicated to these seven children, whose desire to learn and the tremendous energy they poured into the study of Gurmat Sangeet over the past four years, was the primary inspiration for the Gurmat Sangeet; Notation; Compositions; Recoding by various ragis; Articles; etc<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/ Gurmat Studies.com : ]<br />
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* ''' [http://bhaisahib.restoringthepride.com Bhai Gurdarshan Singh]''' Gurmat, kirtan, and thoughts of Bhai Sahib Gurdarshan Singh of Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (Rockville, MD).<br />
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* ''' [http://www.gurmatstudy.com Gurmat Study]''' Gurmat, Free Monthly e-zine, Gurpurab Alerts, Gurmat Programs, Gurmat based Mutimedia, Gurbani Kirtan, Sikh Rehat Maryada<br />
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* [http://www.gurugranthdarpan.com '''SatGurBani DARPAN''']'''ONE place for Gurbani Lovers seeking, logically / grammatically / socially / politically / thematically / philosophically correct translation, encompassing all available interpretations. Life time work of Bhai Veer Singh & Prof Sahib Singh dedicated to nothing but [[1|GURMAT]].'''<br><br><br />
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* [http://www.hypersuper.com/search.jsp?search=sikh HyperSuper.com - Search Engine] selected to give Sikh news from various news sources<br />
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* [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere]<br />
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* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/sikhism.htm Ikonkar.com]<br />
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* [http://www.ik13.com/isher_micro_media_2005.htm ik13.com]ik13.com a site with software resources such as twarikh guru khalsa( Gur pratap surj Granth),full line by linetranslation of sri guru granth sahib ; vaaran Bhai gurdas Ji and many more.<br />
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* http://www.itihaasakgurudwaras.com/ : A webiste Contain whole information about the historical gurdwaras word wide and sacred belongings of gurus. The website is under construction.<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more <br><br />
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* [http://www.kirtanstore.com Kirtan Store com - Portal Gurbani CDs] Buy all Gurbani CDs DVDs MP3 at [http://www.KirtanStore.Com]<br />
*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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* [http://www.kathaa.net/ Katha.net (waheguroo network)]: This website is an amazing resource for anyone seeking deep information about philosophy of the Sikh religion.<br />
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* [http://www.kabira.freeservers.com Kabira]: This website has great information on the Sikh religion and amazing Sikhism related photos and much much more!!!.<br />
* [http://www.keertan.net/ keertan.net]: sister of Ikeertan (waheguroo network) , together total 1100GB of keertan ; '''Free Kirtan download'''! <br />
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* [http://www.kirtandarbar.org.uk/ kirtandarbar.org.uk] Simply to collect Kirtan information on the web and present in one easy interface without discrimination or affiliation to any group for the humanity and initiate new thinking and ways to promote kirtan in the world. '''Free Kirtan downloads''' via links<br />
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* [http://www.kirtansevauk.org/ Kirtan Sewa UK] The aim of [[Kirtan]] [[Seva]] UK, is to bring world famous Kirtani [[Jatha]]s to the UK! This can only be done through [[Guru]] Sahibs [[Kirpa]], and with the support of a number of [[Gurdwara]]s, Kirtan Seva UK is run by independent sevadars who enjoy kirtan, but are not attached to any particular Gurdwara! Kirtan Seva UK would like to thank Gurdwara Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar, Wolverhampton for their full support! Events arranged by Kirtan Seva UK team include Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2004 and Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2006. '''Free Kirtan download'''<br />
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* [http://www.khalsa.tv/ khalsa.tv (waheguroo network) The first Sikh TV Station ; free]<br />
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* [http://WWW.khalsaforce.net KHALSAFORCE: Dedicated to Khalsa]<br />
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*[http://www.khalsaaid.org/ Khalsa Aid is an international non-profit aid and relief organization founded on the Sikh principles of SEWA]<br />
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* [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/ Khalsa Camp: Discover The Spirit Within] Khalsa Camp a well-established name which represents the highest quality and most inspirational Sikh camp available in the world. At Khalsa Camp, our aim is to provide everyone who attends with as much knowledge of the Guru's teachings, as many answers to questions and as much experience of the Sikh way of life as possible - and all within just a few days! [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com/ Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com]: The Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh project is an open invitation to anyone to catalog the Bani from Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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* http://maritimesikhsociety.com/mss.html Maritime Sikh Society] 10 Parkhill Road, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3P 1R3 Ph : (902)-477-0008 Nova Scotia, Canada's ocean playground, started attracting Sikhs to its beautiful land in the early nineteen sixties. Most of the Sikhs who came here were teachers, engineers and doctors. Among them, Gajinder Singh Chowdhury is believed to be the first Sikh to reach Nova Scotia. Landing in Ottawa in 1958 from UK, he moved to Halifax in 1959....<br />
* [http://maritimesikhsociety.com/press.html MSS in the news]<br />
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* [http://www.maskeensahib.com/?p=p_1&sName=HOME Welcome to the Maskeen Sahib web site] This site contains recordings of Our beloved Panth Ratan Giani Sant Singh Ji Maskeen. Although Maskeen Sahib is no longer with us, we thank Waheguru that much of his invaluable kathas are recorded. Kathas are offered on the DOWNLOADS page for download in mp3 format<br />
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* [http://sikhmoviesreviews.blogspot.com Movie reviews by a Sikh] Critical reviews of Bollywood and Hollywood movies from a Sikh parent.<br />
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* '''[http://www.MyGuruJi.com www.MyGuruJi.com : World's First Computerised Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji]''' <small>You can Download the complete Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji in Gurmukhi, English Translation and the Transliteration from this website. It comes with complete search and find capabilities. For more information, please email [mailto://PAL@MyGuruJi.com Pal@MyGuruJi.com]<br />
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Article from the Computer Times, Singapore : MyGuruJi In the Media... Computerised prayers The Singapore Sikh community is using technology, including the Web and PDAs, to keep in touch with the religious side of their roots.<br />
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A giant screen beaming Computer presentations to a rapt audience may seem run-of-the-mill at a business seminar. But the 500 men, women and children who had gathered in the cavernous hall of the Katong Sikh Temple were not at any seminar. They were there to pray. Sikh prayers and hymns or kirtans are written in the ancient script, Gurmukhi, which many members of the community here in Singapore do not understand. <br />
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Earlier, temple volunteers used to photocopy and distribute scraps of paper containing translations before each prayer meeting, which was cumbersome and uneconomical. So a handful of technology-savvy community members came up with the idea of using a PowerPoint presentation instead. PowerPoint presentations contain not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in Gurmukhi and Roman scripts.<br />
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Mr Sarjit Singh, 34, a volunteer at the Silat Road Sikh Temple, explained: "The English translations particularly help young community members appreciate the values embedded in our daily prayers better." The presentation contains not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in both Gurmukhi and the Roman scripts.</small><br />
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*'''N'''..[http://www.njsikhs.com NJ Sikhs]<br />
* [http://www.newsikhs.co.nr/ Newsikhs] Website created for those interested in Sikhi & those who are new to Sikhism....<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarthath.co.uk/ Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar], a Global Charitable Organisation, initiated by Sant Baba Amar Singh Ji in 1972, is a Lineage of Sikh Saints and is devoted to the objective of '''spreading the universal message of [[Sikhism]]'''. It promotes the three ideals of Sikhism;<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarkaleran.net/ www.nanaksarkaleran.net is the official website of Nanaksar Kaleran, Jagraon], The founder of Thaath Nanaksar was Baba Nand Singh Ji, whose unparalleled Tapasya and sewa of Shri Guru Granth Sahib ji proved the words of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji that Guru Granth Sahib is a Living/Pargat Guru of Sikhs. This website publishes daily hukamnama of Shri Guru Granth Saheb ji from Nanak Sar Kaleran, Jagraon, Also Katha, Kirtan and rare videos posted frequently;<br />
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* [http://www.nishkam.org/ Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council’s web site (Nishkam)]<br />
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* [http://www.nishkamcanada.org/ Nishkamcanada.org: A small Sikh charity showing how a little compassion goes a long way]<br />
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* ॥'''ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ10'''॥.'''ORG''' [http://patshahi10.org Patshahi10.Org: Website on the revolutionary bani of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib]: www.Patshahi10.Org is the most intensive and influential website on the sacred bani of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. This website is committed towards disseminating constructive understanding of Guru Sahib's bani. Articles and writings of some of the most prominent contemporary Sikh scholars, thinkers, academicians, and leaders are regularly published here. This website also serves as a primary multimedia resource facilitating the prachaar of Gurbani. www.Patshahi10.Org aims at propagating Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's writings in a positive spirit.<br />
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* [http://www.punjabiheritage.org/ punjabiheritage.org] The Punjabi American Heritage Society was founded in 1993 with the purpose of promoting friendship and understanding with other communities and helping our younger generation getting connected to their roots. The Punjabi American Heritage Society is a nonprofit, non-political and secular organization.<br />
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* [http://www.pagrihouse.com Online pagree store]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com Proudtobesikh - Multimedia Website] Download and connect to Gurbani kirtan, katha and other Sikhi media including paath, nitnem, text, presentations, etc.<br />
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* [http://www.panthicradio.com/ Panthic Radio (waheguroo network)] Now you can enjoy Gurbani, keertan, kathaa and simran 24/7 with just one click of the mouse.<br />
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* [http://news.waheguroo.com/ Panthic Weekly (waheguroo network)] weekly news from around the world related to the Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://www.panthkhalsa.org/ Panthkhalsa.org: Fort Panth Khalsa] Information on Sikh Nation.<br />
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* [http://www.prabhmilnekachao.com Prabh Milne Ka Chao]<br />
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* [http://www.punjabidish.com Punjabi Dish: Punjabi food Worldwide]<br />
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* '''[http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.net Raj Karega Khalsa Network]''' This site is run by [[sangat]] for sangat and could not be run without the donation of media content - audio, video, presentations, literature, images, and other uploads by yourselves. '''Download free images, Kirtan, Katha, Literature, etc.'''<br />
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* [http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.com Raj Karega Khalsa .com Website]<br />
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* [http://www.rootsgear.com/ RootsGear.com (T-Shirts Etc.): Connecting you to your Roots]<br />
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* [http://www.realsikhism.com/ Real Sikhism.com]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.restoringthepride.com RestoringThePride.com]''' The home of Dashmesh Pictures, and other Pro-Sikh artworks.<br />
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* [http://www.retiredsikhs.com/ Retired Sikhs - The Experienced People]<br />
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Thanks to Chandigarh-based Amritpal Singh’s “online” intervention, which assures the elderly a life beyond sunset years. The effort is ingenuous as it promises retired Sikhs all and any assistance they require. Whether it is about opening a bank account, getting a new passport, hiring a maid or seeking productive engagement, Amritpal Singh’s portal www.retiredsikhs.com offers every solution. All it requires is registration, following which a person’s profile becomes available on a global database which is accessed every minute by a range of service providers, globally. <br />
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* ''' [http://www.ruhanisatsangusa.org/kirpal.htm ruhanisatsangusa.org]''' "To fill the human heart with compassion, mercy and universal love, which should radiate to all countries, nations and peoples of the world. To make a true religion of the heart as the ruling factor in one's life. To enable each one to love God, love all, serve all, and have respect for all, as God is immanent in all forms. My goal is that of oneness. I spread the message of oneness in life and living. This is the way to peace on earth. This is the mission of my life, and I pray that it may be fulfilled."<br />
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* [http://www.sabadvartara.org Sabadvartara] This web-site promotes 'The Gur Sabad', 'Naam Abhiass' and delivers the truthful meaning of the Sabads in the Guru Granth Ji. It also provides access to the 'Sabad Vartara Tape Index' and various audio recordings.<br />
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* [http://www.saldef.org/default.aspx saldef.org] The Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF) is the oldest and largest Sikh American national non-profit civil rights and educational organization. We empower Sikh Americans through legal assistance, educational outreach, legislative advocacy, and media relations.<br />
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* [http://www.shoorsaini.com Shoorsaini.com]: Complete resource on the Saini community of Punjab <br />
*[http://www.sainionline.com SainiOnline.com]:A resource that includes detailed information about Saini Sikhs, including their historical origin, and their contribution to Sikhi and Sikh Martyrdom.<br />
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* [[Image:santsipahilogo.jpg|200px|left]][http://www.santsipahi.org Sant Sipahi: The Oldest Panthic Magazine]: Now in the 60th year of its publication, ’Sant Sipahi’, the oldest Punjabi Panthic monthly magazine, was started in the year 1945 by veteran statesman, 'Panth Rattan' Master Tara Singh. Ever since its inception it has been instrumental in creating public awareness and has always been the forerunner opinion maker. Right from its inception ‘Sant Sipahi has always stood by the Sikh Principles and, taking inspiration from 'Gurbani', 'Gur-Itihaas' and 'Sikh Rehat Maryada', has guarded the Sikh interests. Committed to safeguarding the ideology of the Akal Takhat Sahib, it has always acted as a panthic watchdog taking up some bold initiatives on Sikh social and panthic issues. At present it is being edited by eminent Sikh scholar and Sikh Legislative affairs expert Sardar Gurcharanjit Singh Lamba<br />
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* ''' [http://www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com]''' ...The Official International Website for the renowned Gurmat Parchaarak of the Sikh Panth, [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]]...providing mass multimedia and information of International Gurmat Visits by the Jathebandhi...<br />
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* [http://shaheedanewafa.googlepages.com/home Shaheedan - E - Wafa] <----- Read It Online<br />
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* [http://www.saraibooking.com/ Sarai Booking - Book for Gurdwara Staying and Planning your Pilgrimage ]<br />
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* [http://www.searchgurbani.com Search Gurbani: Gurbani Research Website] '''Pathway to God''' - THE Guru Granth Sahib is indeed unique in its thought, literary expression and the message it continues to communicate centuries after it was written. Exalted thought needs to be transported on the vehicle of language to reach the masses. Poetic expression lifts prose to a higher plane. When verse and music meld, their beauty and sweetness makes mind transcend the humdrum of rational existence.<br />
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* [http://www.shrg.net/ shrg.net] The Sikh Human Rights Group (SHRG) is a group of volunteers and activists with a mutual interest in the protection and promotion of human rights, the peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of the agencies of the United Nations to reflect the needs of the people rather than the states.<br />
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* [http://www.scys-online.org Sikh Community & Youth Service (SCYS)]<br />
* [http://www.sikhchamber.com/ sikhchamber.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/Sikhism11.asp Sikh Coalition.org: Defends civil rights]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcouncilusa.org/ sikhcouncilusa.org]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhee.com Sikhee.com] A wealth of Sikh articles and multimedia aimed at uplifting your spirit. '''Free mp3s, photos and videos to download.'''<br />
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'''Sikh Formations: Religion, Culture, Theory''' <br />
* [http://www.informaworld.com/rsfo Sikh Formations] An interdisciplinary journal founded to understand Sikhs, Sikhism, and Sikh Identity within the context of a new and dynamic setting that embraces globalisation, trans-nationalism, and other related processes.'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikh-history.com/ Sikh-History.com: History of the Sikhs]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhimedia.net/share/index.php SikhiTube.Com] was founded in November 2006 and is a sharing sikh media site for people to watch and share original Sikh Videos worldwide through a Web experience.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhisearch.com SikhiSearch.com] A '''gurbani Multimedia Search engine''', which searches for keertan, Katha , shabads either in Audio/video (downloadable and streaming) or Readable format depending on Your search prefrences. Sikhi search do not contain any of this material it just searches all the sikh sites mentioned here and all others those are available to us. We hav also created a directory of websites related to sikhism, a list of all available sikhism '''Radio Stations''', and sikhism '''Wallpapers'''.<br><br></div><br />
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* [http://www.sikhitothemax.com Sikhi to the Max] SGGS( Sacy Guran De Granth Sahib ) on line. Gurbani Search Engine. Gurbani '''GAME''' 'Super Saint'. <br />
* [http://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Main_Page sikhiwiki.org] Welcome to SikhiWiki, a free Sikh Encyclopedia that anyone can edit.<br />
* [http://www.sikhiunited.com/v6/ SikhiUnited.Com]: [[SikhiUnited.Com]] This is a new Sikh Youth Forum. Main Features are: -Free Sign-Up -New Topic Posting & Replies -Gurbani & Shabads(Audio-To Download) including simrans from Bhai Manpreet and from other artists.Also live events from SaadSangat -Gurbani & Shabads(Video-To Download) including simrans from other artists -Desktop Themes & Wallpapers -Gallery If you are trying to look for any types of Gurbani & Shabads Audio or Video and you cant find it well you can post in at SikhiUnited.Com and we will find it for you.<br />
* [http://www.sikhism.com/ sikhism.com] Comprehensive Site on Sikh faith - Find Literature, Books, Articles, Kirtan, Sakhis, etc<br />
* [http://www.sikhism101.com/ Sikhism101.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhismguide.org/ SikhismGuide.org] Guide to the Sikh religion. History of the Sikh Gurus and saints. Information on Sikh gurdwaras. Calendar of Sikh holidays.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhkids.com/index.html sikhkids.com] The aim of SIKHkids.com is to give young Sikh people support and the platform to share their views experiences and knowledge with each other. <br />
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* [http://www.sikhlionz.com Siikh Lionz]<br />
* [http://www.SikhLionz.com SikhLionz Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhlink.net/ SikhLink.net: Site dedicated to Sikhs all over]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhmarg.com Sikh Marg]- NIRMOLE GURBANI SITE.Strongly recommended for all Gurbani Lovers.<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhmuseum.com/home.htm Welcome to the official web page of the first registered '''Sikh Museum in UK''']<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com Sikhnet.com] One of the original Sikh websites which has a wide spectrum of interesting items - A must for all Web-addict Sikhs! SikhNet is truly a labor of love. SikhNet went online for the first time in 1983, as the first computer presence for Sikh Dharma...... <br />
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* [http://www.sikhnation.com/kirtan/ sikhnation.com] Books, Kirtan, Photo Galley, Sikhi Computer Games, etc <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-people.co.uk/ Sikh People AKA Sikh World] New Sikh Website<br />
* [http://www.sikhphotos.com/ sikhphotos.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpioneers.org/ SikhPioneers.org: Pioneer Immigration to Pacific Coast]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/defaultmain.php sikhpoint.com]<br />
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* '''[http://www.srschicago.com/ Sikh Religious Society of Chicago] *** New ***''' This organization manages the largest Gurdwara Sahib of Midwest America at 1280 Winnetka Street, Palatine on a Campus spread over fourteen acres of land at a prime location in Chicago's metropolitan area. <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-religion.de Sikh-Religion Germany]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreligion.org/ sikhreligion.org] Sikh Missionary Center, P.O. Box 62521, Phoenix, Arizona 85082 USA<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreview.org/ SikhReview.org: Gurbani philosophy & Spirit of Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://sikhscholarship.org/ sikhscholarship.org] To provide prestigious scholarships for Sikhs to leading universities such as Oxford and Harvard, thereby ensuring Sikhs are always represented at the world’s top universities<br />
* [http://sikhsangeet.com Sikh Sangeet] Listen, Stream and Download high-quality MP3 files of Shabad Kirtan, Gurbani Uchaaran (Shri Guru Granth Sahib recital in MP3 format), Gurmat Veechar, Dharmik Songs, Live Recorded and Dhadi Vaaran.<br />
* [http://www.sikhisensations.com/ SikhiSensations.com] Download keertan, view photos, and download multimedia presentations not only from all aspects of Sikhi... <br />
* [http://www.sikhspeak.com/ Sikhspeak.com] An e-Magazine for Sikhs in the Information Age. "Recognise Mankind as One" - Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Also see [[Sikhspeak]]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsearch.net Sikh Search Engine]<br />
* [http://www.sikhshabads.com/ Sikh Shabads.com] Welcome to SikhShabads.com. This site is designed to help you understand the meanings behind the shabads and prayers that we read and listen to everyday. We are creating "captions": for each one of the shabads and prayers. Captions are lines of text that change according to the audio that is currently being played. In these captions, we try to place Gurmukhi, English pronunciation, and translations.<br />
* [http://www.sikhshop.com/ sikhshop.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhstudents.ca/ Sikhstudents.ca: Uniting the Youth of Canada!]<br />
* [http://www.sikhspectrum.com/ SikhSpectrum.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsangat.org/ SikhSangat.org: Sikhi News Worlwide]<br />
* [http://www.sikhseek.com/ SikhSeek.com: Web Guide For Finding Anything Sikh]<br />
* [http://www.sikhisidak.com SikhiSidak.Com] was founded in 2005 and is a comprehensive resource site for Sikhism meeting the needs and aspirations of the Sikhs worldwide - social, cultural, religious, professional and personal, and elite podium providing a strong network for all age groups to collaborate, exchange information and expand their horizons to serve humanity as exemplary citizens. Sikhism believes in One God and equality to all humans, rejects idol worship, casteism, ritualism and asceticism. Ours is a humble effort to bring awareness about Sikhism and may be of some use to knowledge seekers<br />
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*'''Sikh T to Z'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhzone.net Sikh Zone ] Learn about Sikhism, Sikh Gurus, Read Gurbani online, download Sikhism Wallpapers, Download pdf gurbani.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/ 'SikhVibes.com:'] Great collection of NEW/RARE kirtan recordings from smaagams, raensbayees and kirtan programs from around the world. Our kirtan section is updated every week ! Launched this year in January 2008, SikhVibes.com has grown to over 100 GB of free online recordings/videos and more ! '''Free Kirtan Katha and Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.SikhVideos.com Sikh Videos Gurbani Kirtan] Watch some of the most popular Sikh Religious Videos at high quality for free.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhwomen.com/ Sikh Women.com]<br />
* [http://www.sohnijodi.com ]A sikh web portal with Sikh news, Sikh views, Gurdwara pics, Sikh matrimonial and a lot more related to Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha] <br />
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* [http://Smartsikhs.com Smart Sikhs FREE Online Network] - Sikh Dating and Sikh Matrimony.<br />
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* '''[http://www.sochnet.com/index.html SOCH] *** New ***''' The SOCH is an organization with a mission to impact the lives of less privileged children, enabling them to maximize their potential and change their lives.<br />
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* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/ srigurugranthsahib.org the largest resource on sikhism on internet]<br />
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* [http://www.srigranth.org Sri Granth]<br />
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* [http://www.sweetsikhi.com/ 'Sweet Sikhi:'] is the affectionate title given to a group of Sikh youngsters who are dedicated to seva for the social and spiritual upliftment of Sikh youngsters through sharing Gurmat (the Guru's teachings) in a medium, language and way, which young people can relate to and understand through the radio, talks, workshops and camps.<br />
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* [http://www.unitedsikhs.org/ UnitedSikhs.org: Recognize the human race as One]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/s/SikhEducationalVideos Sikh Educational Videos @ Sikhnet]<br />
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* [http://www.patshahi10.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&id=6&Itemid=56 Video-Lectures by Sikh scholars and academicians on the banee of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
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* [http://www.mrsikhnet.com/index.php/audio-video-archive/ Mr Sikhnet's Media]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/by-titles.htm sikhvideos.org]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/default.aspx proudtobesikh.com]<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/multimedia.htm gurmatstudies.com]<br />
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* [http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Sikh youtube.com]<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhspodcast.com/archive/tsvp.html The Sikhs: A Video Podcast]<br />
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* [http://waheguroo.com/ Waheguroo.com:] Established in 2000, Waheguroo! Network is the fastest growing Sikhi portal on the net. which includes Waheguroo network | waheguroo forum | keertan.net | Khalsa.TV | Kathaa.net | Hukam.Waheguroo.com | Panthic.org | panthic radio | panthic weekly news etc.<br />
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* [http://photos.waheguroo.com/index.php?s=d3f596fa3c4282e4c8b1536802e81f36 Waheguroo - Photo Gallery] Categories: Keertan Pictures (1357); Eminent Sikhs (242): Sikhi Art (46); Gurdwara Sahibs (83); Sikh Cultures (18); Gatherings / Events / Camps (565)<br />
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* [http://waheguru.us/ WaheGuru.us:] WaheGuru.us is for anyone who’d like to share their experience with prayer and meditation. At one time or another, many of us have felt the power of a particular prayer. Readers are encouraged to include its gist or meaning, why it means so much to them, any life experiences that go to illustrate how it helped them.<br />
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* [http://www.warriorsaints.com/ Warrior Saints.com: ] Gatka is an ancient battle-tested martial art, which uses the sword as its primary weapon. <br />
Today, it exists exclusively amongst the Sikhs who have passed down <br />
the flamboyant techniques through generations. [http://www.warriorsaints.com/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.whyichosesikhism.com/ Why-I-Chose-Sikhism.com]<br />
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[[Category:Sikh Websites]]</div>Discoversikhismhttps://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Sikh_websites&diff=107702Sikh websites2013-08-26T12:39:44Z<p>Discoversikhism: Added http://www.discoversikhism.com website link</p>
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<div>'''Here is a list of the most important Sikhs websites on the World Wide Web.''' If you have created a website or know of someone else who has, feel free to add to the list. In order to help the website stand out we recommend that you write a sentence or two giving SikhiWiki users a feel for the theme or content of the site.<br />
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* [http://www.amritsarovar.com A Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib & Sikhism '''AmritSarovar.com'''] Completely dedicated Site on Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) Amritsar (India).Offers Downloadable Gurbani Kirtan and Wallpapers, Latest News and articles on Sri Harmandir Sahib with full tourist section.A Completely Dedicated [http://forum.amritsarovar.com SIKHISM FORUM]to share views on sikhism issues and meet others from around the world. '''Free Gurbani & Kirtan Downloads'''<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhphilosophy.net About Sikh Religion] A website with comprehensive English Translations of Gurbani, Gurbani MP3 downloads - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.sikhglory.alagshabadyug.org/index.php Alag Shabad Yug Trust Ludhiana] is an organization which distributes soul uplifting and character building high quality literature free of cost to the ambitious readers throughout the world. This Trust is formulated with a noble view in mind to apprise the world habitat the most valuable principles propounded in Gurbani and Sikh idealism through the free distribution of high quality literature in Panjabi, Hindi, English and various other languages. <br />
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* [http://www.allaboutsikhs.com All About Sikhs] Gateway to Sikhism: Has comprehensive details of Sikhi topics - '''Highly Recommended''' / Excellent Site<br><br />
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* [http://www.SIkhismOnPhone.com SIkhNetwork SMS] Subscribe for free on SikhismOnPhone.com and receive free Sikhism SMS.<br />
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'''Akhand Kirtan Jatha websites:''' <br />
:* [http://www.akj.org www.akj.org] and also [http://www.akjuk.tk/ AKJ UK Site] - The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a Sikh organisation which actively promotes the Gursikh lifestyle, as taught by the Sikhs' Guru. It's primary activity is to recite the holy verses of our Guru (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments.<br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org/skins/one/ AKJ Canada Site] The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle. The Jathaa follows a strict discipline in keeping the Rehit of [[Guru Gobind Singh]] Jee. They also enjoy an active style of Keertan [http://www.akj.org/skins/default/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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:* [http://www.akj.org.au/ AKJ Australia] The Akhand Kirtani Jatha is a spiritually uplifting Jatha under the umbrella of Akal Takhat (Icon of 'SACH KHAND' i. e. 'REALM of TRUTH GOD' for HUMANITY) who strictly follows the Commandments of SGGS(Sachy Guran De Granth Sahib). Its primary activity is to propogate the holy teachings of TRUTH GOD (Gurbani) along with simple musical accompaniments - this practice is known as Kirtan. <br />
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* [http://www.amritbani.com/index.htm Welcome to AmritBani.com] '''Beautiful Site - Highly recommended.''' Amrit Bani Radio is dedicated in propagating the message of Sri Guru Nank Dev Ji 24 hours a day and seven days a week throughout the UK and Europe via digital satellite channel 926, and across the world on www.amritbani.com. Programmes include Gurbani, Santhia, discussion shows, Keertan, Katha, health and many more. <br />
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:''' I got a notice asking me to update Flip 4- (Mac user). Trying a second time I got a blank page and no notice, however double clicking on the white page - started the sound. <br />
::Though the big woofer (speaker sans cover) on the left front (first) page clearly says '''Listen Live''', as it is in Black and white it does not stand out and you are told to click on the 'speaker' button after reading several paragraphs. This note added for others who are a little slow like myself.'''<br />
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* [http://www.baisakhi1999.org Baisakhi1999.org:- Eternal Glory of Guru Gobind Singh Ji and The Khalsa]<br />
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* [http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/sikhism/ BBC on Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://www.bsingh.dsl.pipex.com/index.html B Singh presents Sikh Spirit: Articles on the Sikh faith]<br />
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* [http://www.bcsikhyouth.com/ BC Sikh Youth.com: ] Sikh Youth of British Columbia<br />
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* [http://www.bhagatsinghthind.com/Welcome.html www.bhagatsinghthind.com The first Sikh to join the US Army]<br />
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* [http://www.liddar.ca/ Bhupinder Singh Liddar] <br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more<br />
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* [http://www.singhbrothers.com/singhbrothers.htm SINGH BROTHERS] Based in [[Amritsar]], [[Punjab]] [[India]], publishing Books on [[Sikhism]]and Punjabi Literature since 1940. Maintaining the biggest ever collection of books on Sikhism in English, Punjabi and other languages. Suppliers of English/Punjabi/Indian books world-wide. Undertaking multi-coloured printing jobs with latest Hi-tech printing & binding machinery. Supplying quality musical instruments and attractive Sikh artifacts to the Sikh institutions world-wide. Providing all audio/video cassettes and CDs of Sikh Kirtan and Sikh themes to the Punjabi’s settled abroad.<br />
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* [http://www.dasmeshdarbar.com Dashmesh Darbar] Gurdwara Sahib Dasmesh Darbar - Based in British Columbia, Canada <br />
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* [http://www.damdamitaksal.com Damdami Taksal] is the travelling Sikh university, which was founded by our Father Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee to impart 'a deeper' knowledge of Gurmat to Sikhs. Its 'unbroken lineage of Jathedars', who carry the Teer as did Guru ji, each a Bhram Giani, have led the Taksal throughout Sikh history . [[ Baba Deep Singh]], [[Bhai Mani Singh]], [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] and [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]] are legendary 'larger than life' Shaheeds of Sikhi they, like their fellow Jathedars, spent their lives in selfless service of the Khalsa Panth.<br />
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The following is a list of the Jathedars in order - some controversy over the death of the 14th Jathedar (and the great respect that Sikhs hold for him) has caused some confusion over using the words - unbroken lineage of Jathedars.<br />
::*[[Guru Gobind Singh]] ►[[ Baba Deep Singh]] ► [[Bhai Mani Singh]] ► [[Bhai Gurbax Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Soorat Singh]] ► [[Jathedar Bhai Gurdas Singh]] ► [[Giani Bhai Sant Singh]] ► [[Sant Daya Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Bhagvan Singh]] ► [[Sant Harnam Singh Bedi]] ► [[Sant Bishan Singh]] ► [[Sant Giani Sundar Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Giani Kartar Singh Khalsa Bhindranwale]] ► [[Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale]]. <br />
Baba Thakur Singh, who took over as the acting head of the Damdami Taksal in June 1984, was called by some as the 15th Jathedar -- a title which he refused to use. Untill his death he allowed no one to take the title as he said that one day Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale would return to resume his duties. Baba Thakur Singh served as the acting jathedar [leader] of the taksal for 20 years after the death of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale in June 1984. A controversy has continued with Baba Harnam Singh Dhuma being appointed as the 15th (some say 16th) Jathedar with other organizations labeling Bhai Ram Singh as the 16th Jathedar. Though now declared Saheedi many Sikhs continue to think Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale as the head of the famous institution.<br />
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* ''' [http://www.dashmeshpictures.com Dashmesh Pictures]''' Representing the Sikh voice through art and film.<br />
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* [http://www.desinuska.com Desi Nuska - Unbelievable Remedies]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.Dhadrianwale.com www.Dhadrianwale.com]''' ...The Official Website for Gurdwara Parmeshar Dwar Sahib (in Shekpura, Patiala, Punjab, India)...providing mass multimedia and dates of the Gurmat Diwaans held by [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]] all around India...<br />
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* ''' [http://dhansikhi.webs.com www.dhansikhi.webs.com] ''' ...Dhan Sikhi is a website based on sikhism. The website is updated weekly with articles about sikhism, Sikh Itihaas and Gurudwaras. The site has a forum where users can ask questions or doubts regarding sikhism.<br />
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'''* www.discoversikhism.com Discover Sikhism, the Sikhs and their Gurus; the Gurus teachings, the sacrifices they made, their fight for freedom, their fight against inequality and injustice, the persecution they faced from musalmaan (muslims), their teachings on leading a charitable and honest life.'''<br />
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* [http://www.ektaone.com/index.php/ ektaone.com] Massive Kirtan Database - Niskam Sewa - '''Free Kirtan Downloads''' (Also, has now been replaced by [http://www.sikhroots.com/ sikhroots.com]<br />
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* [http://www.esikhs.com/ www.esikhs.com] Articles & Sakhis about Sikhism.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbanieducation.com '''GurbaniEducation.com''' - A site with hundreds of melodious Gurbani kirtans for free download] The sole purpose of this website is to spread the light of Gurbani in the world filled with the darkness of ignorance<br />
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* [http://www.gujri.org/index.html gujri.org] We are a non-profit organization established to promote Punjabi culture. It is our commitment to facilitate and support Punjabi culture through education, the arts and community service.<br />
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* [http://www.gobindsadan.org Gobindsadan] Rooted in the Sikh tradition and the universal teachings of its Gurus, Gobind Sadan, "God's House Without Walls," is an international interfaith community currently with centers in India, and in the U.S., which has grown out of Baba Virsa Singh ji's vision for world peace.<br />
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* [http://www.ggsacademy.com ggsacademy.com] Prof Darshan Singh Khalsa: is chairman of Guru Granth Sahib Web Academy. Born in Nov 1940 in village Sur Singha of erstwhile Punjab (now in Pakistan), he has been serving Sikh sangat throughout the world with keertan and katha sewa for the last 40 years. He remained at sewa of Akal Takht Sahib in the most turbulent time of the 20th century for Sikhs, from 1987 - 1990. He can be contacted at (905) 970-0520 or through email at dsinghsahib at ggsacademy dot com<br />
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* [http://www.gurdwarajobs.com Gurdwara Jobs: Gurdwaras listing worldwide and Capable staff for it]<br />
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* [http://www.guruangaddev.com Guruangaddev.com: Guru Angad Dev - Khadoor Sahib]<br />
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* [http://www.gurudwarasofindia.com GURUDWARAS OF INDIA] - The well known and the not so well known Gurudwaras in different parts of the country and their brief history, significance and 'exclusive' pictures taken by me on my recent visit(s) there !<br />
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*[http://www.gsghks.org.uk/ Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib Ji] at 12 Sherborne Street, Manchester, M3 1FE (UK). Gurdwara Sri Guru HarKrishan Sahib, does not believe in committees therefore the Gurdwara is run solely by the sevadaars of the Gurdwara Sahib. Based in the heart of Manchester, Gurdwara Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji is one of the most renowned Gurdwaras in England.Our motto: SEVA, SIMRAN and GURMAT is our basis for how the Gurdwara runs today. <br />
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*[http://gurdwara-of-hertfordshire.org/index.html Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Hitchin] Radcliffe Road, Tel: +44 (0) 1462 432993. The Gurdwara is open for worship daily from 6.00 am to 8.30 pm. There are two full time priests who conduct the regular daily service. The attendance in the weekly congregation on Sundays is approximately 200. On special occasions and other anniversaries in the Sikh Calendar the attendance reaches to about 400.<br />
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* [http://www.gurbani.org/ Gurbani.org: ] Reflections on Gurbani - This website is dedicated to experiencing deeper Realization of the Gurbani (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS, the eternal Guru of the Sikhs). Various themes mentioned in the Gurbani are being reflected upon through the Gurbani As It Is (please see the Gurbani Articles). These Gurbani Reflections are written in simple to read language, without the esoteric mumble jumble. [http://www.gurbani.org/ .... Click here to read on.] <br> <br />
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* [http://www.gurmatsangeetproject.com/index.htm GurmatSangeetProject.com] This website is dedicated to these seven children, whose desire to learn and the tremendous energy they poured into the study of Gurmat Sangeet over the past four years, was the primary inspiration for the Gurmat Sangeet; Notation; Compositions; Recoding by various ragis; Articles; etc<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/ Gurmat Studies.com : ]<br />
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* ''' [http://bhaisahib.restoringthepride.com Bhai Gurdarshan Singh]''' Gurmat, kirtan, and thoughts of Bhai Sahib Gurdarshan Singh of Guru Gobind Singh Foundation (Rockville, MD).<br />
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* ''' [http://www.gurmatstudy.com Gurmat Study]''' Gurmat, Free Monthly e-zine, Gurpurab Alerts, Gurmat Programs, Gurmat based Mutimedia, Gurbani Kirtan, Sikh Rehat Maryada<br />
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|[http://www.g5sikhmedia.co.uk '''G5 Sikh Media - Sikh Social Enterprise'''] '''G5 Sikh Media is an Award winning Sikh Social Enterprise teaching Sikhs and Non-Sikhs about the Sikh faith through a visually exciting way. G5 Sikh Media also help promote and recognise young Sikhs aross the U.K and sell Sikh merchandise.'''<br />
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* [http://www.gurugranthdarpan.com '''SatGurBani DARPAN''']'''ONE place for Gurbani Lovers seeking, logically / grammatically / socially / politically / thematically / philosophically correct translation, encompassing all available interpretations. Life time work of Bhai Veer Singh & Prof Sahib Singh dedicated to nothing but [[1|GURMAT]].'''<br><br><br />
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* [http://www.hypersuper.com/search.jsp?search=sikh HyperSuper.com - Search Engine] selected to give Sikh news from various news sources<br />
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* [http://www.ikirtan.com iKirtan.com (waheguroo network): Biggest Kirtan Collection Anywhere]<br />
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* [http://www.ikonkar.com/sikhism/sikhism.htm Ikonkar.com]<br />
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* [http://www.ik13.com/isher_micro_media_2005.htm ik13.com]ik13.com a site with software resources such as twarikh guru khalsa( Gur pratap surj Granth),full line by linetranslation of sri guru granth sahib ; vaaran Bhai gurdas Ji and many more.<br />
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* http://www.itihaasakgurudwaras.com/ : A webiste Contain whole information about the historical gurdwaras word wide and sacred belongings of gurus. The website is under construction.<br />
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* [http://www.jsks.co.in The Complete Sikh Religious Center: '''jsks.co.in'''] A website with a great collection of books On Sikh Religion, History of Sikhs, Punjab History, Gurbani, Gutke, Meanings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikh Gurus and Sikh Religious Items like Chaur Sahib, Kirpans, Rumale, Photos and a lot more <br><br />
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* [http://www.kirtanstore.com Kirtan Store com - Portal Gurbani CDs] Buy all Gurbani CDs DVDs MP3 at [http://www.KirtanStore.Com]<br />
*'''See also: [[Listen to kirtan]], [[Sikh Websites]], [[Sikh Bloggers]], [[All Featured Items|Featured Articles]]'''<br />
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* [http://www.kathaa.net/ Katha.net (waheguroo network)]: This website is an amazing resource for anyone seeking deep information about philosophy of the Sikh religion.<br />
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* [http://www.kabira.freeservers.com Kabira]: This website has great information on the Sikh religion and amazing Sikhism related photos and much much more!!!.<br />
* [http://www.keertan.net/ keertan.net]: sister of Ikeertan (waheguroo network) , together total 1100GB of keertan ; '''Free Kirtan download'''! <br />
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* [http://www.kirtandarbar.org.uk/ kirtandarbar.org.uk] Simply to collect Kirtan information on the web and present in one easy interface without discrimination or affiliation to any group for the humanity and initiate new thinking and ways to promote kirtan in the world. '''Free Kirtan downloads''' via links<br />
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* [http://www.kirtansevauk.org/ Kirtan Sewa UK] The aim of [[Kirtan]] [[Seva]] UK, is to bring world famous Kirtani [[Jatha]]s to the UK! This can only be done through [[Guru]] Sahibs [[Kirpa]], and with the support of a number of [[Gurdwara]]s, Kirtan Seva UK is run by independent sevadars who enjoy kirtan, but are not attached to any particular Gurdwara! Kirtan Seva UK would like to thank Gurdwara Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar, Wolverhampton for their full support! Events arranged by Kirtan Seva UK team include Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2004 and Atamras Kirtan Darbar 2006. '''Free Kirtan download'''<br />
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* [http://www.khalsa.tv/ khalsa.tv (waheguroo network) The first Sikh TV Station ; free]<br />
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* [http://WWW.khalsaforce.net KHALSAFORCE: Dedicated to Khalsa]<br />
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*[http://www.khalsaaid.org/ Khalsa Aid is an international non-profit aid and relief organization founded on the Sikh principles of SEWA]<br />
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* [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/ Khalsa Camp: Discover The Spirit Within] Khalsa Camp a well-established name which represents the highest quality and most inspirational Sikh camp available in the world. At Khalsa Camp, our aim is to provide everyone who attends with as much knowledge of the Guru's teachings, as many answers to questions and as much experience of the Sikh way of life as possible - and all within just a few days! [http://www.khalsacamp.com/uk/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com/ Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh.com]: The Khoj-Shabad-Main-Leh project is an open invitation to anyone to catalog the Bani from Guru Granth Sahib.<br />
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Maritime Sikh Society<br />
* http://maritimesikhsociety.com/mss.html Maritime Sikh Society] 10 Parkhill Road, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3P 1R3 Ph : (902)-477-0008 Nova Scotia, Canada's ocean playground, started attracting Sikhs to its beautiful land in the early nineteen sixties. Most of the Sikhs who came here were teachers, engineers and doctors. Among them, Gajinder Singh Chowdhury is believed to be the first Sikh to reach Nova Scotia. Landing in Ottawa in 1958 from UK, he moved to Halifax in 1959....<br />
* [http://maritimesikhsociety.com/press.html MSS in the news]<br />
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* [http://www.maskeensahib.com/?p=p_1&sName=HOME Welcome to the Maskeen Sahib web site] This site contains recordings of Our beloved Panth Ratan Giani Sant Singh Ji Maskeen. Although Maskeen Sahib is no longer with us, we thank Waheguru that much of his invaluable kathas are recorded. Kathas are offered on the DOWNLOADS page for download in mp3 format<br />
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* [http://sikhmoviesreviews.blogspot.com Movie reviews by a Sikh] Critical reviews of Bollywood and Hollywood movies from a Sikh parent.<br />
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* '''[http://www.MyGuruJi.com www.MyGuruJi.com : World's First Computerised Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji]''' <small>You can Download the complete Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji in Gurmukhi, English Translation and the Transliteration from this website. It comes with complete search and find capabilities. For more information, please email [mailto://PAL@MyGuruJi.com Pal@MyGuruJi.com]<br />
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Article from the Computer Times, Singapore : MyGuruJi In the Media... Computerised prayers The Singapore Sikh community is using technology, including the Web and PDAs, to keep in touch with the religious side of their roots.<br />
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A giant screen beaming Computer presentations to a rapt audience may seem run-of-the-mill at a business seminar. But the 500 men, women and children who had gathered in the cavernous hall of the Katong Sikh Temple were not at any seminar. They were there to pray. Sikh prayers and hymns or kirtans are written in the ancient script, Gurmukhi, which many members of the community here in Singapore do not understand. <br />
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Earlier, temple volunteers used to photocopy and distribute scraps of paper containing translations before each prayer meeting, which was cumbersome and uneconomical. So a handful of technology-savvy community members came up with the idea of using a PowerPoint presentation instead. PowerPoint presentations contain not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in Gurmukhi and Roman scripts.<br />
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Mr Sarjit Singh, 34, a volunteer at the Silat Road Sikh Temple, explained: "The English translations particularly help young community members appreciate the values embedded in our daily prayers better." The presentation contains not just the English translation, but also transcripts of the verses being sung in both Gurmukhi and the Roman scripts.</small><br />
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*'''N'''..[http://www.njsikhs.com NJ Sikhs]<br />
* [http://www.newsikhs.co.nr/ Newsikhs] Website created for those interested in Sikhi & those who are new to Sikhism....<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarthath.co.uk/ Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar], a Global Charitable Organisation, initiated by Sant Baba Amar Singh Ji in 1972, is a Lineage of Sikh Saints and is devoted to the objective of '''spreading the universal message of [[Sikhism]]'''. It promotes the three ideals of Sikhism;<br />
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* [http://www.nanaksarkaleran.net/ www.nanaksarkaleran.net is the official website of Nanaksar Kaleran, Jagraon], The founder of Thaath Nanaksar was Baba Nand Singh Ji, whose unparalleled Tapasya and sewa of Shri Guru Granth Sahib ji proved the words of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji that Guru Granth Sahib is a Living/Pargat Guru of Sikhs. This website publishes daily hukamnama of Shri Guru Granth Saheb ji from Nanak Sar Kaleran, Jagraon, Also Katha, Kirtan and rare videos posted frequently;<br />
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* [http://www.nishkam.org/ Nishkam Sikh Welfare Council’s web site (Nishkam)]<br />
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* [http://www.nishkamcanada.org/ Nishkamcanada.org: A small Sikh charity showing how a little compassion goes a long way]<br />
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* ॥'''ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ10'''॥.'''ORG''' [http://patshahi10.org Patshahi10.Org: Website on the revolutionary bani of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib]: www.Patshahi10.Org is the most intensive and influential website on the sacred bani of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib. This website is committed towards disseminating constructive understanding of Guru Sahib's bani. Articles and writings of some of the most prominent contemporary Sikh scholars, thinkers, academicians, and leaders are regularly published here. This website also serves as a primary multimedia resource facilitating the prachaar of Gurbani. www.Patshahi10.Org aims at propagating Guru Gobind Singh Sahib's writings in a positive spirit.<br />
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* [http://www.punjabiheritage.org/ punjabiheritage.org] The Punjabi American Heritage Society was founded in 1993 with the purpose of promoting friendship and understanding with other communities and helping our younger generation getting connected to their roots. The Punjabi American Heritage Society is a nonprofit, non-political and secular organization.<br />
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* [http://www.pagrihouse.com Online pagree store]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com Proudtobesikh - Multimedia Website] Download and connect to Gurbani kirtan, katha and other Sikhi media including paath, nitnem, text, presentations, etc.<br />
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* [http://www.panthicradio.com/ Panthic Radio (waheguroo network)] Now you can enjoy Gurbani, keertan, kathaa and simran 24/7 with just one click of the mouse.<br />
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* [http://news.waheguroo.com/ Panthic Weekly (waheguroo network)] weekly news from around the world related to the Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://www.panthkhalsa.org/ Panthkhalsa.org: Fort Panth Khalsa] Information on Sikh Nation.<br />
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* [http://www.prabhmilnekachao.com Prabh Milne Ka Chao]<br />
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* [http://www.punjabidish.com Punjabi Dish: Punjabi food Worldwide]<br />
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* '''[http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.net Raj Karega Khalsa Network]''' This site is run by [[sangat]] for sangat and could not be run without the donation of media content - audio, video, presentations, literature, images, and other uploads by yourselves. '''Download free images, Kirtan, Katha, Literature, etc.'''<br />
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* [http://www.RajKaregaKhalsa.com Raj Karega Khalsa .com Website]<br />
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* [http://www.rootsgear.com/ RootsGear.com (T-Shirts Etc.): Connecting you to your Roots]<br />
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* [http://www.realsikhism.com/ Real Sikhism.com]<br />
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* ''' [http://www.restoringthepride.com RestoringThePride.com]''' The home of Dashmesh Pictures, and other Pro-Sikh artworks.<br />
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* [http://www.retiredsikhs.com/ Retired Sikhs - The Experienced People]<br />
[[Image:Amritpalsinghmohali.JPG| px300| thumb|right|tribune news report about amripal singh's venture]]<br />
Thanks to Chandigarh-based Amritpal Singh’s “online” intervention, which assures the elderly a life beyond sunset years. The effort is ingenuous as it promises retired Sikhs all and any assistance they require. Whether it is about opening a bank account, getting a new passport, hiring a maid or seeking productive engagement, Amritpal Singh’s portal www.retiredsikhs.com offers every solution. All it requires is registration, following which a person’s profile becomes available on a global database which is accessed every minute by a range of service providers, globally. <br />
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* ''' [http://www.ruhanisatsangusa.org/kirpal.htm ruhanisatsangusa.org]''' "To fill the human heart with compassion, mercy and universal love, which should radiate to all countries, nations and peoples of the world. To make a true religion of the heart as the ruling factor in one's life. To enable each one to love God, love all, serve all, and have respect for all, as God is immanent in all forms. My goal is that of oneness. I spread the message of oneness in life and living. This is the way to peace on earth. This is the mission of my life, and I pray that it may be fulfilled."<br />
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* [http://www.sabadvartara.org Sabadvartara] This web-site promotes 'The Gur Sabad', 'Naam Abhiass' and delivers the truthful meaning of the Sabads in the Guru Granth Ji. It also provides access to the 'Sabad Vartara Tape Index' and various audio recordings.<br />
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* [http://www.saldef.org/default.aspx saldef.org] The Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund (SALDEF) is the oldest and largest Sikh American national non-profit civil rights and educational organization. We empower Sikh Americans through legal assistance, educational outreach, legislative advocacy, and media relations.<br />
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* [http://www.shoorsaini.com Shoorsaini.com]: Complete resource on the Saini community of Punjab <br />
*[http://www.sainionline.com SainiOnline.com]:A resource that includes detailed information about Saini Sikhs, including their historical origin, and their contribution to Sikhi and Sikh Martyrdom.<br />
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* [http://www.saintsoldiers.net/ saintsoldiers.net]<br />
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* [[Image:santsipahilogo.jpg|200px|left]][http://www.santsipahi.org Sant Sipahi: The Oldest Panthic Magazine]: Now in the 60th year of its publication, ’Sant Sipahi’, the oldest Punjabi Panthic monthly magazine, was started in the year 1945 by veteran statesman, 'Panth Rattan' Master Tara Singh. Ever since its inception it has been instrumental in creating public awareness and has always been the forerunner opinion maker. Right from its inception ‘Sant Sipahi has always stood by the Sikh Principles and, taking inspiration from 'Gurbani', 'Gur-Itihaas' and 'Sikh Rehat Maryada', has guarded the Sikh interests. Committed to safeguarding the ideology of the Akal Takhat Sahib, it has always acted as a panthic watchdog taking up some bold initiatives on Sikh social and panthic issues. At present it is being edited by eminent Sikh scholar and Sikh Legislative affairs expert Sardar Gurcharanjit Singh Lamba<br />
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* ''' [http://www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com www.SantRanjitSinghJi.com]''' ...The Official International Website for the renowned Gurmat Parchaarak of the Sikh Panth, [[Sant Baba Ranjit Singh Ji Dhadrianwale]]...providing mass multimedia and information of International Gurmat Visits by the Jathebandhi...<br />
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* [http://shaheedanewafa.googlepages.com/home Shaheedan - E - Wafa] <----- Read It Online<br />
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* [http://www.saraibooking.com/ Sarai Booking - Book for Gurdwara Staying and Planning your Pilgrimage ]<br />
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* [http://www.sevatothemax.com/blog/ Singhs as Crossroads] Seva to the Max.com - SevaToTheMAX is an Internet resource that is designed to provide interesting content for the propagation of Sikh missionary work across the world.<br />
* [http://www.searchgurbani.com Search Gurbani: Gurbani Research Website] '''Pathway to God''' - THE Guru Granth Sahib is indeed unique in its thought, literary expression and the message it continues to communicate centuries after it was written. Exalted thought needs to be transported on the vehicle of language to reach the masses. Poetic expression lifts prose to a higher plane. When verse and music meld, their beauty and sweetness makes mind transcend the humdrum of rational existence.<br />
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* [http://www.sgpc.net/index.html SGPC.NET: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee]<br />
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* [http://www.shrg.net/ shrg.net] The Sikh Human Rights Group (SHRG) is a group of volunteers and activists with a mutual interest in the protection and promotion of human rights, the peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of the agencies of the United Nations to reflect the needs of the people rather than the states.<br />
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* [http://www.simran.info simran.info]<br />
* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha]<br />
* [http://www.sikhroots.com SikhRoots]<br />
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* [http://sikhbytes.guroocities.com/akhand.htm Sikh Bytes] Kirtan & Video Downloads<br />
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* [http://www.scys-online.org Sikh Community & Youth Service (SCYS)]<br />
* [http://www.sikhchamber.com/ sikhchamber.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcoalition.org/Sikhism11.asp Sikh Coalition.org: Defends civil rights]<br />
* [http://www.sikhcouncilusa.org/ sikhcouncilusa.org]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhee.com Sikhee.com] A wealth of Sikh articles and multimedia aimed at uplifting your spirit. '''Free mp3s, photos and videos to download.'''<br />
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* [http://www.informaworld.com/rsfo Sikh Formations] An interdisciplinary journal founded to understand Sikhs, Sikhism, and Sikh Identity within the context of a new and dynamic setting that embraces globalisation, trans-nationalism, and other related processes.'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikh-history.com/ Sikh-History.com: History of the Sikhs]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhimedia.net/share/index.php SikhiTube.Com] was founded in November 2006 and is a sharing sikh media site for people to watch and share original Sikh Videos worldwide through a Web experience.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhisearch.com SikhiSearch.com] A '''gurbani Multimedia Search engine''', which searches for keertan, Katha , shabads either in Audio/video (downloadable and streaming) or Readable format depending on Your search prefrences. Sikhi search do not contain any of this material it just searches all the sikh sites mentioned here and all others those are available to us. We hav also created a directory of websites related to sikhism, a list of all available sikhism '''Radio Stations''', and sikhism '''Wallpapers'''.<br><br></div><br />
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* [http://www.sikhitothemax.com Sikhi to the Max] SGGS( Sacy Guran De Granth Sahib ) on line. Gurbani Search Engine. Gurbani '''GAME''' 'Super Saint'. <br />
* [http://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Main_Page sikhiwiki.org] Welcome to SikhiWiki, a free Sikh Encyclopedia that anyone can edit.<br />
* [http://www.sikhiunited.com/v6/ SikhiUnited.Com]: [[SikhiUnited.Com]] This is a new Sikh Youth Forum. Main Features are: -Free Sign-Up -New Topic Posting & Replies -Gurbani & Shabads(Audio-To Download) including simrans from Bhai Manpreet and from other artists.Also live events from SaadSangat -Gurbani & Shabads(Video-To Download) including simrans from other artists -Desktop Themes & Wallpapers -Gallery If you are trying to look for any types of Gurbani & Shabads Audio or Video and you cant find it well you can post in at SikhiUnited.Com and we will find it for you.<br />
* [http://www.sikhism.com/ sikhism.com] Comprehensive Site on Sikh faith - Find Literature, Books, Articles, Kirtan, Sakhis, etc<br />
* [http://www.sikhism101.com/ Sikhism101.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhismguide.org/ SikhismGuide.org] Guide to the Sikh religion. History of the Sikh Gurus and saints. Information on Sikh gurdwaras. Calendar of Sikh holidays.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhkids.com/index.html sikhkids.com] The aim of SIKHkids.com is to give young Sikh people support and the platform to share their views experiences and knowledge with each other. <br />
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* [http://www.sikhlionz.com Siikh Lionz]<br />
* [http://www.SikhLionz.com SikhLionz Website]<br />
* [http://www.sikhlink.net/ SikhLink.net: Site dedicated to Sikhs all over]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhmarg.com Sikh Marg]- NIRMOLE GURBANI SITE.Strongly recommended for all Gurbani Lovers.<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhmuseum.com/home.htm Welcome to the official web page of the first registered '''Sikh Museum in UK''']<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com Sikhnet.com] One of the original Sikh websites which has a wide spectrum of interesting items - A must for all Web-addict Sikhs! SikhNet is truly a labor of love. SikhNet went online for the first time in 1983, as the first computer presence for Sikh Dharma...... <br />
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* [http://www.sikhnation.com/kirtan/ sikhnation.com] Books, Kirtan, Photo Galley, Sikhi Computer Games, etc <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-people.co.uk/ Sikh People AKA Sikh World] New Sikh Website<br />
* [http://www.sikhphotos.com/ sikhphotos.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpioneers.org/ SikhPioneers.org: Pioneer Immigration to Pacific Coast]<br />
* [http://www.sikhpoint.com/defaultmain.php sikhpoint.com]<br />
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* '''[http://www.srschicago.com/ Sikh Religious Society of Chicago] *** New ***''' This organization manages the largest Gurdwara Sahib of Midwest America at 1280 Winnetka Street, Palatine on a Campus spread over fourteen acres of land at a prime location in Chicago's metropolitan area. <br />
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* [http://www.sikh-religion.de Sikh-Religion Germany]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreligion.org/ sikhreligion.org] Sikh Missionary Center, P.O. Box 62521, Phoenix, Arizona 85082 USA<br />
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* [http://www.sikhreview.org/ SikhReview.org: Gurbani philosophy & Spirit of Sikhism]<br />
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* [http://sikhscholarship.org/ sikhscholarship.org] To provide prestigious scholarships for Sikhs to leading universities such as Oxford and Harvard, thereby ensuring Sikhs are always represented at the world’s top universities<br />
* [http://sikhsangeet.com Sikh Sangeet] Listen, Stream and Download high-quality MP3 files of Shabad Kirtan, Gurbani Uchaaran (Shri Guru Granth Sahib recital in MP3 format), Gurmat Veechar, Dharmik Songs, Live Recorded and Dhadi Vaaran.<br />
* [http://www.sikhisensations.com/ SikhiSensations.com] Download keertan, view photos, and download multimedia presentations not only from all aspects of Sikhi... <br />
* [http://www.sikhspeak.com/ Sikhspeak.com] An e-Magazine for Sikhs in the Information Age. "Recognise Mankind as One" - Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Also see [[Sikhspeak]]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsearch.net Sikh Search Engine]<br />
* [http://www.sikhshabads.com/ Sikh Shabads.com] Welcome to SikhShabads.com. This site is designed to help you understand the meanings behind the shabads and prayers that we read and listen to everyday. We are creating "captions": for each one of the shabads and prayers. Captions are lines of text that change according to the audio that is currently being played. In these captions, we try to place Gurmukhi, English pronunciation, and translations.<br />
* [http://www.sikhshop.com/ sikhshop.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhstudents.ca/ Sikhstudents.ca: Uniting the Youth of Canada!]<br />
* [http://www.sikhspectrum.com/ SikhSpectrum.com]<br />
* [http://www.sikhs.nl Sikhs Holland]<br />
* [http://www.sikhsangat.org/ SikhSangat.org: Sikhi News Worlwide]<br />
* [http://www.sikhseek.com/ SikhSeek.com: Web Guide For Finding Anything Sikh]<br />
* [http://www.sikhisidak.com SikhiSidak.Com] was founded in 2005 and is a comprehensive resource site for Sikhism meeting the needs and aspirations of the Sikhs worldwide - social, cultural, religious, professional and personal, and elite podium providing a strong network for all age groups to collaborate, exchange information and expand their horizons to serve humanity as exemplary citizens. Sikhism believes in One God and equality to all humans, rejects idol worship, casteism, ritualism and asceticism. Ours is a humble effort to bring awareness about Sikhism and may be of some use to knowledge seekers<br />
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*'''Sikh T to Z'''<br />
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* [http://www.sikhzone.net Sikh Zone ] Learn about Sikhism, Sikh Gurus, Read Gurbani online, download Sikhism Wallpapers, Download pdf gurbani.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvibes.com/ 'SikhVibes.com:'] Great collection of NEW/RARE kirtan recordings from smaagams, raensbayees and kirtan programs from around the world. Our kirtan section is updated every week ! Launched this year in January 2008, SikhVibes.com has grown to over 100 GB of free online recordings/videos and more ! '''Free Kirtan Katha and Video downloads'''<br />
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* [http://www.SikhVideos.com Sikh Videos Gurbani Kirtan] Watch some of the most popular Sikh Religious Videos at high quality for free.<br />
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* [http://www.sikhwomen.com/ Sikh Women.com]<br />
* [http://www.sohnijodi.com ]A sikh web portal with Sikh news, Sikh views, Gurdwara pics, Sikh matrimonial and a lot more related to Sikh community.<br />
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* [http://singhsabha.com Singhsabha] <br />
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* [http://Smartsikhs.com Smart Sikhs FREE Online Network] - Sikh Dating and Sikh Matrimony.<br />
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* '''[http://www.sochnet.com/index.html SOCH] *** New ***''' The SOCH is an organization with a mission to impact the lives of less privileged children, enabling them to maximize their potential and change their lives.<br />
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* [http://www.srigurugranthsahib.org/ srigurugranthsahib.org the largest resource on sikhism on internet]<br />
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* [http://www.srigranth.org Sri Granth]<br />
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* [http://www.sweetsikhi.com/ 'Sweet Sikhi:'] is the affectionate title given to a group of Sikh youngsters who are dedicated to seva for the social and spiritual upliftment of Sikh youngsters through sharing Gurmat (the Guru's teachings) in a medium, language and way, which young people can relate to and understand through the radio, talks, workshops and camps.<br />
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* [http://www.tapoban.org/ Tapoban.org]<br />
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* [http://thesikhway.com/ thesikhway.com]<br />
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* [http://thesikhspodcast.com/ TheSikhsPodcast.com]<br />
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* [http://www.unitedsikhs.org/ UnitedSikhs.org: Recognize the human race as One]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhnet.com/s/SikhEducationalVideos Sikh Educational Videos @ Sikhnet]<br />
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* [http://www.patshahi10.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&id=6&Itemid=56 Video-Lectures by Sikh scholars and academicians on the banee of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji]<br />
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* [http://www.mrsikhnet.com/index.php/audio-video-archive/ Mr Sikhnet's Media]<br />
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* [http://www.sikhvideos.org/by-titles.htm sikhvideos.org]<br />
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* [http://www.proudtobesikh.com/khalsa/default.aspx proudtobesikh.com]<br />
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* [http://www.gurmatstudies.com/multimedia.htm gurmatstudies.com]<br />
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* [http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Sikh youtube.com]<br />
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* [http://www.thesikhspodcast.com/archive/tsvp.html The Sikhs: A Video Podcast]<br />
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* [http://www.youtube.com/ysderby Young Sikhs Derby's YouTube Channel]<br />
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* [http://waheguroo.com/ Waheguroo.com:] Established in 2000, Waheguroo! Network is the fastest growing Sikhi portal on the net. which includes Waheguroo network | waheguroo forum | keertan.net | Khalsa.TV | Kathaa.net | Hukam.Waheguroo.com | Panthic.org | panthic radio | panthic weekly news etc.<br />
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* [http://photos.waheguroo.com/index.php?s=d3f596fa3c4282e4c8b1536802e81f36 Waheguroo - Photo Gallery] Categories: Keertan Pictures (1357); Eminent Sikhs (242): Sikhi Art (46); Gurdwara Sahibs (83); Sikh Cultures (18); Gatherings / Events / Camps (565)<br />
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* [http://waheguru.us/ WaheGuru.us:] WaheGuru.us is for anyone who’d like to share their experience with prayer and meditation. At one time or another, many of us have felt the power of a particular prayer. Readers are encouraged to include its gist or meaning, why it means so much to them, any life experiences that go to illustrate how it helped them.<br />
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* [http://www.warriorsaints.com/ Warrior Saints.com: ] Gatka is an ancient battle-tested martial art, which uses the sword as its primary weapon. <br />
Today, it exists exclusively amongst the Sikhs who have passed down <br />
the flamboyant techniques through generations. [http://www.warriorsaints.com/intro/ .... Click here to read on.] <br><br />
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* [http://www.whyichosesikhism.com/ Why-I-Chose-Sikhism.com]<br />
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* [http://www.ysderby.com/ YSDerby.com]<br />
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