Akhand Jaap 10 - November 25th 2006

[harmeet singh 23]

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa! Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!

Prayer for Peace - 'Akhand Jaap' by British Sikh Youth

The world we live in today is full of conflict and suffering. In this context people can often feel helpless and anxious about what they can do. Sikh youth believe they have found some guidance in a 500 year old message from the founder of the Sikh faith Guru Nanak Dev Ji. The message is a simple one, to pray and have love and respect for humanity.

In an effort to spread this message, British Sikh youth have been conducting events known as Akhand Jaap (continuous recitation) since September 11th 2001. These events have previously taken place on nine occasions around the UK, hosted by Gurudwaras in Essex, London, Middlesex and Yorkshire.

At the Akhand Jaap the word Vaheguru (wonderful Lord) is sung continuously for 24 hours. The congregation is lead by various groups of 'Keertanias' from around the UK and abroad. In singing this 'Gur Mantar', even small children can join in and feel the power of congregational prayer. This youth initiative attempts to create an atmosphere in which every participating soul can benefit. Past programmes have had a tremendously uplifting effect on participants propelling them to tread the path of Sikhi.

Since 2001, 'Jaap' events have grown larger and even attracted members of diverse communities. This programme has had world-wide effect, as other countries have begun emulating similar prayer events.

The 10th 24 hour Youth Peace Prayer event takes place on Saturday 25th November 2006 at 5am until 5am Sunday 26th November, at the Gurudwara on 18-20 Soho Road, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 9BH. This Gurudwara is served by members of the charitable organisation - Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha. It may be noted that at this place of Sikh worship 11 day prayers to promote individual and collective peace have been held for the past 29 years.

The doors of any Gurudwara are open to all. Let's pray for peace together. ......

Comments from previous Akhand Jaaps:

'Commendable effort of the Sikh youth, with Satguru's grace. It needs to be positively supported.' Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh, Chairman of Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha

'Really impressed with the efforts of Sikh Youth!' Linda Perham MP

'Delighted to join the Akhand Jaap!' Mike Gape MP

'Wonderful Idea, young people involved in prayer for world peace!' Dr Dev Sharma, Mayor of Redbridge

FOR FURTHER INFO PLEASE VISIT WWW.SIKHKIDS.COM

[harmeet singh 23]

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[amankaur]

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

I know about this i'l defo be there be nice for the sangat to try and come. But you know saturdays be busy at the gurudwara so be good turn out :D

Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh

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[wjkk wjkf]

I wanna go! anyone wanna pick me up??!!! There's a paratha in it for u :D

[harwinder84]

I wanna go! anyone wanna pick me up??!!! There's a paratha in it for u :D

smart :TH:

aloo paratha?

[harmeet singh 23]

I wanna go! anyone wanna pick me up??!!! There's a paratha in it for u :D

cool, let us know! check the contact details on www.sikhkids.com. if there is a group of you ready then surely something can be arranged. coaches will be running from london anyway

[amankaur]

I wanna go! anyone wanna pick me up??!!! There's a paratha in it for u :lol:

WJKK WJKF

LOLZ well il come pick you up personally for a paratha will you make that a aloo vaala paratha hehe :D oh will u add a cup of cha desi style as well lolz safe bruda :lol:

Nice to see people around UK want to attend good stuff :TH:

Peace n nuff luv

WJKK WJKF

[wjkk wjkf]

of course desi chai...aloo paratha u name it! I'm serious ppl! I dont make empty promises!