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I attended the visit and there were no problems with carrying my kirpan. Just in case I had any issues I wore one which had a blade that was less than 3 inches. But even if I wore my longer one i think there would not have been any problem Thank you to S4ngh for taking time out to reply and do further research for me

Thank you for the reply but can you give something where it has this in writting in case I am not allowed to take my sri sahib with me. I will also be with non sikh work colleagues so do not want to have a long debate with the security personnel over the issue.

I am visting the UK House of Commons through a work arranged visit. I have been on their website and it advises that everyone has to go through an airport style security process. There is no mention if Kirpans are allowed through, so I was wondering if anyone has been to the House of Commons and can advise me if I would be allowed to keep my kirpan on throughout my visit

I think the letter applies only to Olympic venues other than football. See the link below http://www.london2012.com/mm/Document/Documents/General/01/25/83/91/WembleyStadiumprohibitedandrestricteditems_Neutral.pdf If I had known this prior to ordering the tickets I wouldn't have bought any.

My family and I have tickets for this Saturday at Wembley. Is there any update if Kirpans are allowed in the stadium

Just to simply clarrify Sikhism believes in creation. It was Wahegurus hukham that solar systems and life forms were created. Sikhism supports evolution BUT within Wahegurus hukam. Nothing has reached its current state without Wahegurus will.

Dear Ronald, FYI We believe in and pray to the same God as you? The only difference is that Sikhs have a direct connection to God whereas you have to go through a third party (Jesus). I guess, it is you who has to ask yourself a question !!! However, you are in the right place to get answers. Do you know anything about Sikhism?? I guess that you do not. God has directed you to this forum for a reason and I suggest you take the opportunity to enlighten yourself and be saved.

Lowest of the low singhni, You are doing a great job and I have enjoyed reading your posts. Please keep them coming !!! I just want to add to this post that in this Salok Kabeer Ji is also advising us how important it is to have as much Gursikh sangat as we can. Just as the fragrance of the sandlewood overwelms other plants around it, a Gursikh through his/her actions will set a good example to others. Consequently, our Jivans will improve as we follow / copy those admirable traits of a true Gursikh.

Gatka usually displayed is for demostration purposes. Therefore, you will find that the moves that are shown are the ones that are most "crowd pleasing". The real aim of Gatka which is used in an actual fighting capacity would be to strike and injury your enemy as quickly and effeicently as possible. A proficient gatka player will be able to do this instinctivly. Gatka nowadays is mainly demostarated with weapons following Khalsa tradition. But a good Akhara will also train to fight without the use of weapons. The panthra (foot movement) is a very powerful tool that enables one to avoid being hit (very important) and to be in the right place to strike. Elbows, fists and knees become weapons, a good Akara will know how to use them. Knowledge of were to strike an opponent to inflict maximum damage as quickly as possible (and thus enabling the fighter to move the next oppenent) would be taught. A figter cannot dwell on one opponent for long as he has to be ready for other enemies. I agree with you that Gatka as seen on TV and demos would not be usuable on the streets but overall with complete and full knowledge Gatka is the supreme martial art. I hope this helps answer your doubts. Finally, I have been told that all other Chinese and Japenese martial arts (karata, kung Fu, Ju Jitsu etc) all have their origins traced back to Gatka.

Is there a way that I can download the vol ll gatka mix Usually I would right click and save target as. But this option is not available