Summeet Kaur

When recitation of Gurbani cured me of deadly cancer, I experienced God. If God is with me, who can be against me ? Not even the deadliest disease of cancer can take my life away and that is exactly the divinely inspiring message of the truly miraculous story of my victorious battle against bone cancer which was medically diagnosed to be multiple myloma. It was the continuous recitation of Gurbani that not only cured me of bone cancer that had already destroyed most of my bones in my skeleton, but also shattered my will to live. The blessings of Guru Granth Sahib not only triggered and accelerated the processes of complete and total cure in my body, but the Guru also enabled me to experience God. This also inspired me to pursue Nam therapy to totally and permanently get rid of otherwise fatal bone cancer. Can Shabad-Kirtan and faithful recitation of Sri Guru Granth Sahib save me from fatal clutches of cancer? Can such a miracle happen? These were the posers that repeatedly crossed my mind and also dominated my dreams. Initially, I dismissed such ideas and being a science researcher with American educational background, I did not even believe in the existence of god. I have always been taught by my American scientists, teachers and professors that our life and the universe are governed by the irrefutable and irreversible laws of science and that God was nothing but a 'concept' or an illusion invented by timid and non-scientific minds. Hence, I have never been to any place of worship and also never prayed. But not anymore. It was April 27th 2002 when three different teams of oncologists and hematologists from Mumbai, Surat and Ahmedabad presented me with the unanimous medical investigation reports based on their repeatedly unanimous findings, they passed their judgment with one voice that my life is going to end in a few days as the deadly cancer called multiple myloma has ruined most of my bones that are functionally vital for my survival. On April 29th , I had completed three and half years of painful life as a terminally bed-ridden cancer patient. I was slowly dying of cancer. The bony structures of my right ear had been eaten away by bone cancer that gave me total deafness in my right ear. Repeated audio graphs done by several E.N.T. surgeons proved beyond doubt that the decibel loss was irreversible and so immense that Dr. A.B.R. Desai in Mumbai, who is reputed to be the final authority on E.N.T. ailments, told me that there was something very tragically wrong with the bones in my right year and after trying several treatments, Dr. Desai told me that he has no medicine for my ailment and that I will never be able to hear with my right ear. The reputed E.N.T. surgeon Dr. Farida Wadia of civil hospital was of the opinion that if the loss of hearing in the right year was not due to nerve deafness and was really a symptomatic manifestation of some un-diagnosed ailment then the hearing will return after that un-diagnosed ailment is cured. Is she blessed with 6th, 7th and 8th sense? I guess say so because that is exactly how the events ran their course. Dr. Farida Wadia was also using her imagination like telescope in time and exactly predicting things which were yet to come. Later, it was Dr. Kiran Shah, the senior most reputed oncologist hematologist in Surat who himself performed bone marrow analysis and gave me the shocking news that I am not only suffering from bone cancer called multiple myloma but the cancer has already destroyed much my vital bones. As per his advise, electrophoresis of the blood and MRI - [ magnetic resonance imaging ] - of brain and skull as well as Citi Scan we re also done at Mahavir General Hospital which confirmed beyond doubt that I am slowly but surely dying of bone cancer. I had been loosing appetite and had developed dislike for food. [anorexia nervosa] in between, I had also suffered from tumor on the right side of my head which gave me excruciating headache and giddiness. I lost orientation and would fall after walking for 30 seconds. As soon as cancer was diagnosed, I was immediately admitted to government civil hospital and six chemotherapy sessions were administered – one every 28th day. This further destroyed my appetite and all the hair on my head and body were gone. I suffered these agonies for more than three and half years when on April 27th 2002, three teams of doctors and oncologists advised me that I should prepare my will as I had only a few days left. Now, this was the phase when the divine miracle began to take shape. It was Sardar Kesar Singh, the owner of reputed " Kwality Group of Hotels and Restaurants" in Surat and his son Sardar Manjeet Singh, who suggested to me that I should undertake a pilgrimage to the holy Golden Temple at Amritsar and offer Akhand Paath and Ardaas with complete faith and total devotion and pray before Sri Guru Granth Sahib to cure me of my cancer and bless me with good vibrant health and long life to remain in his service. I initially, took this suggestion very lightly and argued back that I do not understand Punjabi or Gurmukhi and would therefore, not follow any word of Sri Guru Granth Sahib and whatever brief knowledge of Sikhism and Sri Guru Granth Sahib I acquired was in April of 1999, when I wrote six researched articles on the 300 years of Khalsa celebrations published in the Indian press. But, Sardar Kesar Singh, who is also the president of Gurdwara at Udhana-Surat, convinced me that Sri Guru Granth Sahib's blessings are not restricted to those who speak or understand Punjabi or Gurmukhi. It is the faith and sincere devotion to the Guru which makes you worthy of his blessings. I found Sardar Kesar Singh's advice very much inspiring. Moreover, my sister-in-law Miss Kunti, a staunch devotee of Sri Guru Granth Sahib and a faithful follower of principles of Sikhism since her childhood, was equally instrumental in motivating me to undertake this pilgrimage. she taught me the basic philosophy of Sikhism and brought me a copy of Sri Guru Granth Sahib in English. My mother-in-law Ms.Shanti Hotchand Khatri, have a separate room at their bungalows at Baroda where they offer prayers, Ardaas and listen to Shabad Kirtans every early morning. Their persuasion proved to be decisive. So we left by Golden Temple Mail express train which departed from Surat at around 1-15 a.m. on April 29th 2002. We were received by the staff of Golden Temple and particularly Sardar Diljeet Singh Bedi who is in charge of liaisons with press and the public. Myself being a leading journalist, foreign-educated researcher and U.S.A. trained science writer, was given a VIP treatment and given accommodation in room no. 16 of Sri Arjan Dev Niwas. Since I had only a few days to live according to my doctors, they quickly made preparations for Akhand Paath and Ardaas after I paid Rs 2100 as fees. My wife Kanta, my daughter Halley and my brother-in-law's daughter Puja also sat with me. I was permitted to photograph and tape-record entire Akhand Paath as well as Shabad Kirtans which I wanted to keep listening till I was to breath my last on my death - bed. But I was never to be lying on my death-bed because the moment the Granthi started reciting the Akhand Paath , I began to feel streams of energy entering and flowing thru my body. It rose majestically from the pages of Shri Guru Granth Sahib like a serene cool flame of light entering my body through my fingers. The excruciating pain which I had suffered while struggling to reach the Golden Temple also disappeared. After 48 hours, I got up on my own two feet and began to feel and enjoy such vibrant health that I almost ran with joy towards Sri Arjan Dev Niwas and quickly climbed the stairs to my room no. 16. My appetite returned. I first took bath and then visited Jaliyanwala Bagh and then went to the 'Hotel Cityheart' and for the first time in three and half years I enjoyed a variety of Punjabi and Chinese foods which I had missed like deserts miss the rains. We returned to Surat on 18th May 2002 and on 25th May again bone marrow analysis and electrophoresis tests were done on my body. No cancer was detected. Hence, to obtain second medical opinion, the samples were sent to Mumbai and Ahmedabad and medical doctors there also confirmed that the bone cancer is gone. My oncologist at Ahemedabad Dr. Pankaj Shah was preparing for stem cells transplant on me which was to have cost me Rs. nine lakhs. The entire medical world was taken by surprise . All doctors agreed that this is, indeed, a miracle because there is no medicine in Allopathy that can cure deadly cancer within 48 hours and effect a 180 degree change. The latest electrophoresis : serum protein test done is dated April 7th 2003 at Abha Clinical Laboratory. The doctors have signed this medical test report with comments: " no myeloma band." I have preserved all the medical reports and x-rays done before and after the Akhand Paath and Ardaas at Golden Temple and they all tell the true story of my miraculous cure. Ever since this miracle, I am not only experiencing Guru's vibrations within me but also feel God's spiritual energy within me which inspires me and guides me in thought and deed, and vibrate in unison with him. I am joyfully back to " cheers and gears of life.", soulfully sharing my God-Given spiritual energy with those who love and faithfully listens to Guru Granth Sahib and enrich their mind, body and soul with divinely vibrant health. Now, I am enjoying the life of guru-inspired faith and taking Sri Guru Granth Sahib and God as my constant companion. It is the miracle and the divine magnetic spell of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, which I also realized through Nam therapy that has no t only blessed me with healthy life but considering my greatly vibrant health, spiritual strength and new youthful looks and glamorous shining black hair, the same oncologists tell me that I am totally free of all kinds of diseases. I myself feel so close to the Guru that something tells me that I will live for 125 years and remain in Guru's service and bring true love, happiness and inspiration to all my friends. My life has taken a spiritual turn. I get sound sleep without any sleeping pills. Since 25th April 2002, I am no longer on any medicine. I read Nitnem and get sound sleep and get up early to read Paath and enjoy Shabad Kirtan on Punjabi TV channel. Guru's teachings have gone a long way in dispelling the darkness of ignorance. Guru has not only changed my destiny but made me a devotee with the faith that is not blind but enlightened. So often, I see and meet Gurus in my dreams and they taught me a new healthy life-style to give happiness to others. I am never angry. I have no bad habits and always remain jovial. Now, my motto is: ' people enjoy the happiness they feel. but I enjoy the happiness I give. Guru's one of the teachings says : " Kirat Karani and Wand Chhakana." - meaning: earn the fruits of your hard work ‘Naam Japana’; and share your fruits with others with love. I believe in the sun even when it is not shining. I believe in love even when not feeling it. I believe in God even when he is silent. There is one God. God is truth. He is the creator of the universe and all beings. He is without fear and without hatred. He is the eternal being and the divine soul, birth less, self enlightened. He is enemy to none. Through grace of the Satguru he is met. Diseases and sins are destroyed by hearing the name of God says Guru Nanak. The Name, revealed to me by Guru's advice, is the breath of my life and the praise of the lord is my life's vocation. " Truth is great but greater than truth is truthful living." says Sri Guru Granth Sahib. The Khalsa belongs to [ the wo ndrous guru ] God; all victory of is the victory of [the Wondrous guru ] Wahe Gurujika Khalsa- Wahe Guruji ki Fateh. Mr Vasu Bhardwaj Journalist, Science Writer, Corporate Analyst (From the Pingalwara Website)

the first one is Harmandir Sahib I'm sure..nice image quality..looks like a new background for me

wow.I'm so glad others have heard of this site They are linked with a <admin-profanity filter activated> Cancer Site, Child Health Site, Animals, etc..just one click a day on all of these websites..I do it from work and home You never know the difference YOU can make in this beautiful universe of his..be prudent of any chance you get pyareo!!! Warmest waheguroooooo fateh... s.k.

men work so hard to please women too and pyareo I never once mentioned that women are trying hard to please any men To please Guroo Jee, to make Guroo Jee happy is indeed pleasing and making all those around you..Those who do this are automatically respected, respect is earned in Guroo Jee's eyes..not mine or yours.. Again, let us work on our own Sikhi and continue to encourage and respect all equally

1) don't blame ANYONE... 2) women whether here or in India are either making progress or totally falling out & same goes with men.. 3) women should be more respected & encouraged

veerji..no one is pointing fingers pyareo all I'm saying is that we should work on ourself, do you EVEN know how the women IN India are turning out?? It has nothing to do with that, what Sikhi is left in Punjab even?? Let's not have misconceptions..there are some amazing wives..sisters..mothers out there who are making Sikh stronger DAY by Day..I agree with Niranjana..

Balwinder Kaur Jee, Why are you generalizing Women?? I'm sorry, but these are problems with BOTH men and women. Women may focus on buying the next suit or doing gossip, but men do the very same as well, 'Singh has got this new car', or they'll do shop-talk, or talk about Cricket/Football, jo vee..please..both genders are guilty of this crime! Women carry so much grace, they are the guardians of the faith, when a woman speaks with love..the world listens!! Women have so much strength in their hands, they love/care for their husband, their family/in-laws, the mother has the power to rear her child and influence anyone around her..Women are given such a high status in Sikhi, let's not every forget that. Instead of playing a blaming game, let's worry about our own self! I don't like this nit-picking and blanket statements..this is not right Pyareo.. Be the best woman you can..and be the best man you can..Guroo Jee will always bless you!! Remember, those who follow hukam are always abundant of grace, love, and guidance...

Ever notice how beautiful the handwriting of the Singh/Singhnee who writes the hukam on this board..just full of pyaar!! See, do everything with pyaar and longing..the results will just radiate!!

It's really sad what measures government take to manipulate people.

good question..Akal Purakh is beyond Gender, formless and immaculate divine Lord of the Universe. So as you say I could have wrote He or She, not that I prefer one or the other, but in bani we are all given isthree (woman's) roop so for me 'personally' whether it is He or She it really does not matter, why get into such petty things anyway veerji?? Mankind is just a standard word, do woman oppose and say womankind?? These are just universal, unisex words..hor kuch nahi..and like I said..we're all his soul-brides, so for me..HE (Waheguroo!) is just natural Made it bigger just to emphasis that in five HE (Waheguroo!) Resides...

Pyareo, thank you for the very kind comments..This was from Khalsa School, Vancouver during Vancouver Samagam

Pyareo, Akal Purakh has many roles..he is the sustainer, the lord of the universe, the teacher of all teachers, father/mother, best friend, husband..in sikhi the 2 most important roles (in my eyes) are: He is the father and we are all his children and He is the Husband-Lord and we are all his soul-brides--this is most important of the two. Anand Karaj is not really just a marriage of a man/woman..FIRST it is the marriage of ONE SOUL (husband & wife) with Akal Purakh, read the laavan..they're not talking about a wordly Husband, but rather our Husband-Lord Waheguroo. Do notice that Guroo Jee assigns us all that 'isthree' (woman) roop, notice he always refers to us as 'Soul-BRIDE', never groom.. naanak kaaman sadhaa suhaagan naa pir marai n jaaeae ||4||2|| O Nanak, the soul-bride is forever the Lord's favorite wife; her Husband Lord does not die, and He shall never leave. ||4||2||

Vaheguroo jee ka Khalsa!! Vaaheguroo jee kee fateh!! Many people have told me to stop being a 'closet artist' (lol!) and share my work so perhaps it will inspire others, with that in mind I'll share my latest compositions Honest comments would be most appreciated... Dedicted (as always) to the special Singh Jee who inspires me!!

aww..how sweet..I love the caption, so glad they used proper terms

Wow Thanks for this jee (!), I recall reading through this on the 'can I go to church' thread. It just makes so much sense..being cheap it's pragmatic for all Sikhs, it certainly keeps that simple aspect alive in us, what use is it if half of us can't afford gold, plus as you state what strength is there in gold?? Empowering us to defend others..I don't think I have anything left to say (lol!) Guroo jee thought of every, single detail..'SATGUR MERA POORA' An interesting point about the ancient European people, it just goes to show the universal nature of Sikhi, so many connections exist, all kirpa & kudrat. Just to get off the topic and show another case in point, the Wiccan people always refer to 'Mother Earth' as a high power, the Native tribes even worship the sun, moon, animals, etc..connected with what we recite every day: pavan guroo paanee pithaa maathaa dhharath mehath || Air is the Guru, Water is the Father, and Earth is the Great Mother of all. I would love to discuss more of these relations in another thread, thank you so much for seeking/learning with me!! Yours, Summeet Kaur

The mother is the backbone for her husband, family, and of course children.. Veerji, you don't have to be from India to be close to culture, Sikhi, or language..sadly, Sikhi in India is not what many of us think it to be I know I wouldn't be half of the Sikh I am today if I wasn't living in North America...

this is truly amazing Surrey Singh you always post such inspirational things, may he bless you even more!

so..the next question is..what advice/support/guidance can we give Gay Sikhs?? What can we do to bring them back to this beautiful path, letting go of lust and their attraction to the same sex?? Please please no bashing..let's just have intelligent conversation

veerji..sorry If I upset you, perhaps I should be more critical of issues at times..I do acknowledge your point..thank you

I don't think I'm smart enough to know who is who I'm simply not interested, but I do take your point veerjio..thank you.. I think we should get back to the topic though lol!

veerji is such a beautiful Singh Remember though..you are only beautiful on the outside IF your soul is filled with naam and fee of filth..then with bana (especially) your face/outer self will radiate..waheguroo!!

Can we please leave SikhAwareness issues out of this forum..please Singho..I'm tired of typing this again and again Let's concentrate on bigger issues, and if they did deny deleting a post this is not really the right section to post it in, why show personal messages to the entire sangat?? Waheguroo..Veerji, no we don't need to know personal things about him or anyone else..please I don't think it's right, again we are better than that

MKhalsa veerji was telling me the thing we should do is restoration, but our 'official bodies' don't want to use the funds/professionals/resources to restore, so instead of doing 'bedbee' because old Saroops will have ripped pages, ink marks, it is best to be respectful and cremate them, but again restoration would be better

Always stand up for the truth veerjio, that is why i posted a reply back to her, but I just think we can be a bit more 'decent' about it, I apologise if I said something wrong. Bikramjit Singh veerji, should we really assume things like that, what if it's not him??