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*EDITED* Jo Hum Ko Parmeshwar Uchar Hai Tay Sabh Narak Kund Mah Par Hai Mo Ko Daas Tavan Kaa Jaano Yaa Mai Bhed Na Runch Pachhaano Mai Ho Param Purkh Ko Daasa Dekhan Aayo Jagat Tamaasa Jo Prabh Jagat Kahaa so Kahiho Mirta lok tay mon na rahiho...(Bachittar Natak) Those who address me as God Shall fall into the pit of hell. Treat me as a servant of the Lord And entertain no doubt about it. I am only a slave of the Lord. I have only come to witness the Lord's play (Lila). I tell the world what my God told me then; I shall not keep silent on account of the fear of mere mortals. These lines compiled by 10th guru Shri Guru Gobind Singh ji in the Bachittar Natak are a part of the Dasam Granth.

Being a Sikh and believing in 2012 nonsense do not go together.

Whosoever shall call me the Lord, shall fall into hell. Consider me as God's servant and I am one with God.32. While Guru ji was truly a messenger of God on Earth, he warned us not to worship him as the Lord Himself. Through the following, verses, Guru Sahib ordained that those who called him the Supreme Lord, Waheguru, would be condemned to hell. Guru Sahib considered himself as merely a humble servant of the Lord.

To call these spineless, cowards "personalities" is an insult to the word personality.

Never have Sikhs killed thousands of Hindus during that period. Whatever happened in some incidents of hindus being dragged out of buses or trains was the work of government agents. Sikhs sacrificed their lives to protect these hindus.

Listening to Punjabi is the first step towards getting fluent in Punjabi. You do not need to live in Punjab to achieve fluency because lots of people there speak Hindi.

Please share updates here as I do not have SikhChannel. Thanks.

I like that. May Waheguru guide you in your journey towards Sikhi. Again wishing you grand success in your ventures.

सिमरि सिमरि प्रभु आपना नाठा दुख ठाउ ॥ Simar simar parabẖ āpnā nāṯẖā ḏukẖ ṯẖā▫o. Remembering, remembering my God in meditation, the house of pain is removed. <a class="dict" href="http://www.srigranth.org/servlet/gurbani.dictionary?Param=%E0%A8%AC%E0%A8%BF%E0%A8%B8%E0%A9%8D%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%AE" style="text-decoration: none; color: rgb(128, 0, 0); ">ਬਿਸ੍ਰਾਮ ਪਾਏ ਮਿਲਿ ਸਾਧਸੰਗਿ ਤਾ ਤੇ ਬਹੁੜਿ ਨ ਧਾਉ ॥੧॥ बिस्राम पाए मिलि साधसंगि ता ते बहुड़ि न धाउ ॥१॥ Bisrām pā▫e mil sāḏẖsang ṯā ṯe bahuṛ na ḏẖā▫o. ||1|| Joining the Saadh Sangat, the Company of the Holy, I have found peace and tranquility; I shall not wander away from there again. ||1|| Sri Guru Granth Sahib Page # :818

MY MOTIVE IS TO PORTRAY THE RIGHT IMAGE OF SARDARS. I will make movies, I will write books. THIS IS MY WAY. Sir, you can ask me any question for an explanation. WGKK, WGKF!! I really appreciate your thoughts and efforts and wish all success in your ventures. My question for you is that your profile picture does not PORTRAY THE RIGHT IMAGE OF SARDARS. I hope you will become a Sabat Sorrat Sardar soon and proudly show us that you walk your talk.

May Waheguru bless you with best of health, wealth and wisdom in the new year. In the New Year, We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called "Opportunity" and its first chapter is New Year's Day. Happy New Year.docx

Thanks for sharing.

Thanks. Sangat can just wish a Happy Gurpurab to each other here.

Nasro Mansoor Gur Gobind Singh Below is a translation of Bhai Nand Lal Ji's ghazals in praise of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (Nasro Mansoor Guru Gobind Singh). The original is written in Persian, so it is a translation of the Panjabi translation of the original.It is taken from the book 'Sachi Preet - Ghazalan Bhai Nand Lal Sateek' by Harbhajan Singh. Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the helper of others Guru Gobind Singh Ji has the help of God(105) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the treasurer of God Guru Gobind Singh Ji is bestower of merciful gifts (106) Guru Gobind Singh Ji knows God well Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the emperor of emperors (107) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the king of both worlds Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the warrior who gives life to enemies (108) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the giver of great gifts Guru Gobind Singh Ji tells the secrets of God (109) Guru Gobind Singh Ji puts a veil over everyone's sins Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a cloud of mercy (110) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is accepted out of the accepted Guru Gobind Singh Ji has reached God (111) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a river of divine knowledge Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a sea of God's gifts (112) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is beloved of God Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a lover of God (113) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is an expert with the sword Guru Gobind Singh Ji knows the secrets of every heart (114) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the master of the crown Guru Gobind Singh Ji has God's shade over Him (115) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the treasurer of all God's treasures Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the cure for all pain (116) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the master of the world Guru Gobind Singh Ji is unequalled in both worlds (117) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is praised by God Himself Guru Gobind Singh Ji has many great virtues (118) Guru Gobind Singh Ji has very important people falling at His feet Guru Gobind Singh Ji gives instruction to even demi-gods (119) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is praised by accepted ones Guru Gobind Singh Ji knows what is in everyone's heart (120) Guru Gobind Singh Ji's feet are kissed by the heavens Guru Gobind Singh Ji's drum sounds in both worlds (121) Guru Gobind Singh Ji has the three loks(worlds) under Him Guru Gobind Singh Ji has the stamp of His command all over the world (122) Sudas is the servant of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Guru Gobind Singh Ji slows down the zealous energy of enemies (123) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is holy and free from enemity Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a mirror who shows the true God (124) Guru Gobind Singh Ji understands the true God Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a king and a saint as-well (125) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is kind, merciful and wise Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the giver who gives great gifts (126) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the giver of givers Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the merciful of merciful (127) Guru Gobind Singh Ji kindly gives gifts to those who give Guru Gobind Singh Ji gives to beneficient people (128) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is forever sound and steady Guru Gobind Singh Ji is beautiful and blessed (129) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is blessed by God Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a wonder of the timeless being's light (130) Those who've listened to the name of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Have seen God with the grace of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (131) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is a picture of virtues Guru Gobind Singh Ji has become one with supernatural powers (132) Those who've sung the praises of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Have been kindly blessed by Guru Gobind Singh Ji (133) Those who have had a sight of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Have become intoxicated in the passage of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (134) Those who have kissed the dust of Guru Gobind Singh Ji's feet Have been kindly blesed by Guru Gobind Singh Ji (135) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the doer of all actions Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the helper of the weak (136) Everyone does homage to Guru Gobind Singh Ji Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the embodiment of all kindness (137) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the chief all leaders Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the highest of the high (138) Great demi-gods are servants of Guru Gobind Singh Ji They sing the praises of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (139) Eminent goddesses are under the order of Guru Gobind Singh Ji They are the servants of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (140) Nature has the utmost respect for Guru Gobind Singh Ji Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the servant of God (141) The nine cosmos (khand) are the dust of Guru Gobind Singh Ji's feet They are the wise servants of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (142) The highest throne is beneath Guru Gobind Singh Ji Guru Gobind Singh Ji has God's court within His reach (143) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is excellent in all virtues Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the permanent leader (144) Guru Gobind Singh Ji gives light to the world All bodies and souls have blossomed from Guru Gobind Singh Ji (145) Guru Gobind Singh Ji's advancement is improving two-fold every day Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the beauty of all king's thrones (146) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the helper in both worlds Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the sight of every eye (147) Guru Gobind Singh Ji has the whole creation in His command Guru Gobind Singh Ji's praise is the highest of all (148) Both worlds are the army of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Everyone is in the protection of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (149) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the giver of givers Guru Gobind Singh Ji achieves victory everywhere (150) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is of excellent conduct Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the soul in every body (151) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is very loving and affectionate Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the light in every eye (152) Guru Gobind Singh Ji is the giver of daily food to everyone Guru Gobind Singh Ji showers the grace of God (153) Even the stars are the beggars of Guru Gobind Singh Ji They are the servants of Guru Gobind Singh Ji's darbar (154) The five elements praise Guru Gobind Singh Ji The seven spiritual guides are a sacrifice unto Guru Gobind Singh Ji (155) Guru Gobind Singh Ji has His hand on both worlds Guru Gobind Singh Ji owns everything high and low (156) Nand Lal is the slave-dog of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Nand Lal is aiming for the name of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (157) I am lower than the dogs of Guru Gobind Singh Ji I peck the small pieces in the dishes of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (158) I am a beggar of Guru Gobind Singh Ji For the holy dust of the feet of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (159) May my life be a sacrifice unto Guru Gobind Singh Ji And may my head stay at the feet of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (160) [/left]

‘Rarely in the annals of human history does there appear a personage capable of awakening the human heart’s noblest virtues to such an extent that an entire nation dynamically expresses the finest of its inherent qualities. Guru Gobind Singh had such an exceptional personality. Matchless in character and unparalleled in attributes, striking in figure and divine in demeanour, he was the definitive warrior-saint. In battle he knew no equal; in piety he was sublime. His presence inspired awe, devotion, and valour. Poet, visionary, sage, warrior, and leader, he fearlessly rallied the valiant forces of righteousness lying dormant within the weary hearts of his people. The strength of his moral fibre and the conviction of his spiritual and social ideals inspired his nation to fulfil its noble destiny, uplifting it within a singular purpose. In the entire history of humankind, the unparalled example of Guru Gobind Singh stands as a perennial source of inspiration for the leaders of the world.’ (Celestial Song: Gobind Geet, page 1) Views of Swami Rama

Arnold Toynbee, a historian One of the prominent historians in the 20th Century, Amold has written 20 volumes on World History. Arnold has given very high and prominent place to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in Sikh History. He calls Guru Ji as divinity of highest rank. He gets emotional when he writes about Guru Sahib’s contribution in the formation of Khalsa. Again & again he emphasizes the fact that there can not be any person like them. When Western organizations and U.N.O. became known to Sri Guru Granth Sahib’s teachings, they at once decided to translate them into English and other languages. The decided to publish a book based on the principles and teachings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. For writing the prologue of this book, they did not find any one more intelligent, intensive and sensible than Toynbee. Since Toynbee had a deep knowledge regarding different societies religions and principles so this task was assigned to him. No one could write better than him. Toynbee in his prologue to this book has clearly mentioned that there can not be better guide to humans as compare to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. This book also explains how Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji inspire its followers to do their best, give knowledge and deep insight to them in the name of the God and yet God is an imagined as a word only, hence no worshipping, nothing at all. God is an imagined word which inspire his followers for good deeds. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Toynbee in his sacred writings of the Sikhs—A Unesco Publications explains, “Although the future of religion is bleak but yet one hope is there in the form of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji which teaches us all God’s message of love and gives direction to life." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Toynbee has also expressed his view that Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s teachings are the best according to our great Guru’s teaching there is no need for one to leave one’s home in order to search God. Gurmat teaches us how to be worldly and yet God seeker. According to it, true discipline of God is one who exists in this world and yet is a hermit. It teaches us to work hard for earning money by remembering God. It teaches us not to be a hypocrite, dishonest and font at any place or time. A true follower lives according to the teachings given in Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. He sheds all prejudices and identity and merges into God. He lives as if he does not exist. Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji has taught the world the supreme way of living life which Lenin was to teach after two centuries. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Toynbee also writes about his one personal experience. He recalls one accident when he had met an American lady. She wanted to ask something from him for she knew that he had studied different cultures, traditions, religious and views. So she felt that probably only Toynbee could give her the answer. She asked Toynbee if he could tell her who is the most beautiful person in this World? Toynbee immediately replied, “A man with open beard and a complete Gursikh”. She was surprised to hear his answer. She thought a little and then again asked, “who is the most ugliest person to you” ? Toynbee replied, “Sikh who has cut his hair”. This time she became more surprised. These answers grew curiosity in her about Sikh religion and she decided to gain more knowledge about it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Forward to the Sacred Writings of the Sikhs by UNESCO) Mankind’s religious future may be obscure; yet one thing can be foreseen. The living higher religions are going to influence each other more than ever before, in the days of increasing communications between all parts of the world and branches of human race. In this coming religious debate, the Sikh religion and its scriptures, the Guru Granth, will have something special of value to say to the rest of the world.

Arnold Toynbee, a historian One of the prominent historians in the 20th Century, Amold has written 20 volumes on World History. Arnold has given very high and prominent place to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in Sikh History. He calls Guru Ji as divinity of highest rank. He gets emotional when he writes about Guru Sahib’s contribution in the formation of Khalsa. Again & again he emphasizes the fact that there can not be any person like them. When Western organizations and U.N.O. became known to Sri Guru Granth Sahib’s teachings, they at once decided to translate them into English and other languages. The decided to publish a book based on the principles and teachings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. For writing the prologue of this book, they did not find any one more intelligent, intensive and sensible than Toynbee. Since Toynbee had a deep knowledge regarding different societies religions and principles so this task was assigned to him. No one could write better than him. Toynbee in his prologue to this book has clearly mentioned that there can not be better guide to humans as compare to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. This book also explains how Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji inspire its followers to do their best, give knowledge and deep insight to them in the name of the God and yet God is an imagined as a word only, hence no worshipping, nothing at all. God is an imagined word which inspire his followers for good deeds. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Toynbee in his sacred writings of the Sikhs—A Unesco Publications explains, “Although the future of religion is bleak but yet one hope is there in the form of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji which teaches us all God’s message of love and gives direction to life." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Toynbee has also expressed his view that Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s teachings are the best according to our great Guru’s teaching there is no need for one to leave one’s home in order to search God. Gurmat teaches us how to be worldly and yet God seeker. According to it, true discipline of God is one who exists in this world and yet is a hermit. It teaches us to work hard for earning money by remembering God. It teaches us not to be a hypocrite, dishonest and font at any place or time. A true follower lives according to the teachings given in Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. He sheds all prejudices and identity and merges into God. He lives as if he does not exist. Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji has taught the world the supreme way of living life which Lenin was to teach after two centuries. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Toynbee also writes about his one personal experience. He recalls one accident when he had met an American lady. She wanted to ask something from him for she knew that he had studied different cultures, traditions, religious and views. So she felt that probably only Toynbee could give her the answer. She asked Toynbee if he could tell her who is the most beautiful person in this World? Toynbee immediately replied, “A man with open beard and a complete Gursikh”. She was surprised to hear his answer. She thought a little and then again asked, “who is the most ugliest person to you” ? Toynbee replied, “Sikh who has cut his hair”. This time she became more surprised. These answers grew curiosity in her about Sikh religion and she decided to gain more knowledge about it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Forward to the Sacred Writings of the Sikhs by UNESCO) Mankind’s religious future may be obscure; yet one thing can be foreseen. The living higher religions are going to influence each other more than ever before, in the days of increasing communications between all parts of the world and branches of human race. In this coming religious debate, the Sikh religion and its scriptures, the Guru Granth, will have something special of value to say to the rest of the world.

Great answer to this highly sensitive question. You have said it all in the context of Gurbani.

What do you mean they look scary? They do not look scary. They should be given all respect by Sikhs and not called in such terms.

Is that right? When and where was that? Shed some light on this as I am not aware of this.

We should always remain in Chardi Kala but we do not distribute sweets/chocolates to celebrate shaheedian.

Great effort by the women folk. Who was the Gursikh speaker? Punjab needs more of such protests against drug abuse, alcoholism, female infanticide, patiitpuna and other social evils amongst the youth.

Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee.

At least get his name right. It should be Anhad SINGH and not Anhad.