O great God, grant me this boon, I should never waver from doing righteous deeds. I should never fear fighting the evil forces in the battle of life. Instead, let my self-confidence ensure my victory. In the heart of my heart, I should ever long, To sing thy praises like a Sikh. And when the hour of mortality of this body arrives, I should die fighting on the battle field with unbounded courage. (Swaiyya)
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We, the devotees must tell our plight to the Lord, Without Him, the luxury of soft beds is agony The flask of drinks are like a cross, Pleasures of Palaces are like living among snakes if thou art away The goblet is poison and the cup a dagger. I would rather love this state with my beloved Lord, than live in the burning hell with strangers.
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Amrit Velā (Punjabi: ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤ ਵੇਲਾ; [Amrita vēlā]) (Time of Amrit) refers to the early morning period of time sometime between 3:00am and 6:00am[1] or before the dawning of the morning sun[2] which is used for daily meditation and recitation of Gurbani hymns. Guru Nanak in the Japji Sahib (4th Pauri) says, "In amrit velā meditate on the grandeur of the one true Name."[1]. The importance of Amrit Vela is found throughout the Guru Granth Sahib. The Guru Granth Sahib states that "those who consider themselves a Sikh must wake up daily at Amrit vela and be in tune with the Naam (the Lord's Name)"[3]
In the Sikh Rehat Maryada it is written to arise Amrit Velā, bath, and meditate on the divine Naam (thru Simran and Naam Japna). Sikhs recite their morning Nitnem during Amrit vela. Traditionally after Nitnem Sikhs meet with the Sangat (congregation) to recite Asa ke Var.[4]
See also edit
References edit
- ^ a b McLeod, W. H. (2009). The A to Z of Sikhism. Scarecrow Press. p. 15. ISBN 9780810863446.
- ^ Singh, Dharma (2011). Meditation As Medicine: Activate the Power of Your Natural Healing Force. New York: Simon and Schuster. p. 34. ISBN 9781439117538.
- ^ Sri Guru Granth Sahib. p. Ang 305.
- ^ Duggal, Kartar (1980). The Prescribed Sikh Prayers (Nitnem). New Delhi: Abhinav Publications. ISBN 9788170173779.
Further reading edit
- Singh, Puran (1929). The Spirit Born People. Peshawar: Languages Department, Punjab.
- Singh, Raghbir (2001). Bandginama. (English Translation) New Delhi: Atma Science Trust
External links edit
- Definition of Amrit Vela
- Amritvela Cheat Sheet
- Q&A - Amrit Vela and Sadh Sangat #7 @ UCL Sikh Society Video
- Amrit Vela - Importance - Guru's Hukam (Gurbani Lines) Video
- Amrit Vela: Rise & Shine
Importance in Sikhism edit
always remain in a state of tranquillity.
Methodology edit
Chit and Budh -
Reciting, repeating, and contemplating the Gurmantar, Waheguru-Waheguru.[1]
The sikhs aim is to remember God throught the day and with every breath and every morsel of food.[2]
Collective Worship edit
If possible Amrit Vela is attended to as a group,[3] which Simran is recited by all present in the Sangat usually for about an hour, musical Kirtan may also be employed during the process. After Simran the morning Nitnem Gurbani are read aloud, Then an Ardas is recited and a Hukamnama is read from the Guru Granth Sahib then Karah Parshad is disturbed to the Sangat.
Reason edit
Tranquility and origin allows the Sikh to complete their required daily scriptures before the day begins.
During Amrit Vela Sikhs recite the morning bani's, In the evening Sikhs recite Rehras and before bed Sikhs recite Kirtan Sohila
See also edit
References edit
- ^ Singh, Joginder (2004). Celestial Gems. Hemkunt Press. p. 53. ISBN 9788170103455.
- ^ Sri Guru Granth Sahib. p. Ang 305.
- ^ Jacobsen, Knut (2011). Sikhs in Europe: Migration, Identities, and Representations. Ashgate Publishing, Ltd. p. 261. ISBN 9781409424352.
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Guru Granth Sahib edit
In the Guru Granth Sahib The first two lines tell what mood or raga that the hymn is written in and who wrote it. In this context Mehal(a) ਮਹਲਾ is synonym for Guru
Examples of the Header:
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punjabi ਕਲਿਆਨ ਮਹਲਾ ੪ ॥
transliteration
meaning This hymn is of Raag Kalyaan, which means it can cause Bhakti Ras, energy to worship, and is written 4th Guru (Guru Ram Das)
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punjabi ਸਿਰੀਰਾਗੁ ਮਹਲਾ ੩ ॥
transliteration
meaning: This hymn is of Sri Raag, it can cause satisfaction and balance, and is written by the 3rd Guru (Guru Amar Das)
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punjabi ਰਾਗੁ ਮਾਰੂ ਬਾਣੀ ਕਬੀਰ ਜੀਉ ਕੀ
transliteration:
Meaning This hymn is of Raag Maaru, meaning it can create the mood of Maaru, giving up of cowardice, and it is written by Bhagat Kabir.
Ragas edit
- Aasa (hope)[1][2] - Making effort, provides the feelings of inspiration, courage, determination, ambition, passion, and zeal.[3]
- Dhanasari (highly-valuable attainment)[4][5] – Inspiration, motivation, cheerfulness and optimism,[6] produces feelings of carefreeness, helps the reciter and listeners realize the beauty of the things they already have going for them and stimulates satisfaction for their environment.[7]
- Gujri (time ticking away)[8] – Satisfaction, softness of heart, sadness, creates a longing for the union with God[9] and removes all deceit and falsehood from the mind and makes one search within to see one's true self.[10]
- Gauri (purity and posterity,[11] style,[12] pleasantness, brilliance, white colour) – Seriousness,[13] refers to the manner in which God is remembered by using themes of fear, consciousness, soul, and salvation to sing God's glories. [14] Provides encouragement but at the same time halts arrogance and self-importance not allowing the ego to increase, [15]
- Raamkali – calmness
- Soohi – joy and separation
- Bilaaval – happiness
- Gaund – strangeness, surprise, beauty
- Sri – satisfaction and balance
- Maajh – loss, beautification
- Devgandhari – no specific feeling but the Raag has a softness
- Bihaagra – beautification
- Sorath – motivation
- Jaitsree – softness, satisfaction, sadness
- Todi – this being a flexible Raag it is apt for communicating many feelings
- Bhairaagi – sadness, (The Gurus have, however, used it for the message of *Bhakti)
- Tilang – this is a favourite Raag of Muslims. It denotes feeling of beautification and yearning.
- Nat Narayan – happiness
- Maali Gaura – happiness
- Maaru – giving up of cowardice
- Tukhari – beautification
- Kedara – love and beautification
- Bhairav – seriousness, brings stability of mind
- Basant – happiness
- Sarang – sadness
- Malaar – separation
- Jaijawanti – viraag
- Kalyaan – Bhakti Ras
- Vadhans – vairaag, loss (that is why Alahniya is sung in this Raag when someone passes away)
- Parbhati – Bhakti and seriousness
- Kaanra – Bhakti and seriousness
Naam Simran edit
Naam is the highest most profitable trade, often compared with jewels. //doing Naam simran (meditating) helps you remeber god easir during the day// Naam is the natural force supporting the earth.
Hukam edit
Teja Singh! edit
Teja Singh obtained his Masters' degree from the Harvard University in 1911.[16][17]
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Nihang edit
Nihang (Punjabi: ਨਿਹੰਗ, from Persian: نهنگ) is a famous and prestigious armed Sikh order. Early Sikh military history is dominated by the Nihangs. They are known especially for the military victories in which they've been heavily outnumbered. Nihangs are accorded great affection and respect by the Sikhs. The Nihang order is ceremonial but they spearhead the attack in war. /Nihangs are expected to have high moral values and high self control, not fall into the temptations of pleasure and pain/
Etymology edit
The word Nihang means "mythical sea creature" [18] and was introduced into the Punjabi language from Persian. The term owes its origin to Mughal historians, who noticed that these brave armed-monks fought ferociously like crocodiles.[19] Traditionally known for their bravery and ruthlessness in the battlefield, the Nihang once formed the guerilla squads of the armed forces of Ranjit Sukkarchak.
The Nihang were also known as Akali - 'The Eternal' and were part of the Akal Sena started by Guru Hargobind. The Khalsa is an expansion of the Akal Sena.[20]
Attire edit
The Nihang wear full attire of superelectric blue,[21] bracelets of iron round their wrists (kara), and quoits of steel (chakram) in their lofty conical blue turbans, together with daggers, knives and swords of varying sizes (kirpan), and an iron chain.
Akali Nihang today edit
Today, Nihangs gather in their thousands at Anandpur, on the occasion of the festival of Hola Mohalla and display their martial skills. Their fighting style in its modern form as a competitive sport is known as gatka.
In 2011, Nidar Singh claimed to be the only living master of pre-gatka Sikh martial arts.[22]
Differences from other Sikhs edit
Use of hemp edit
Some Nihang groups consume cannabis or bhang (ਭੰਗ) to help in meditation.[23] [24][25] Sukha (ਸੁੱਖਾ ਪ੍ਰਰਸਾਦ), "peace-giver", is the term Nihang use to refer to it. It was traditionally crushed and taken as a liquid, or baked into cookies (ਪਕੌੜਾ) and eaten, especially during festivals like Hola Mohalla. It is never smoked, as this practice is forbidden in Sikhism.[26]
In 2001, Baba Santa Singh, the Jathedar of Budha Dal, along with 20 chiefs of Nihang sects, refused to accept the ban on consumption of bhang by the apex Sikh clergy.[27] Baba Santa Singh was excommunicated for helping the Indian congress government rebuild the Akal Takht in 1984[28][29] he was replaced with Baba Balbir Singh, who shunned the consumption of bhang.[30]
See also edit
Notes edit
- ^ "Gurbani Raag: Asa". Search Gurbani. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ Punjabi-English Dictionary. Patiala: Punjabi University. 1994. p. 51. ISBN 817380096.
{{cite book}}: Check|isbn=value: length (help) - ^ "Raag". Essence of Sikhi. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ "ਧਨ - meaning in English". Shabdkosh. Shabdkosh.com. Retrieved 1 August 2013.
- ^ "ਸਰ - meaning in English". Shabdkosh. Shabdkosh.com. Retrieved 1 August 2013.
- ^ "Gurbani Raag Dhanasri". Search Gurbani. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ "Raag". Essence of Sikhi. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ "Raag". Essence of Sikhi. Retrieved 15 July 2013.
- ^ Bakhshi, Surinder (2009). Sikhs in the Diaspora. Dr Surinder Bakhshi. p. 161. ISBN 9780956072801.
- ^ "Gurbani Raag Gujri". Search Gurbani. Retrieved 15 July 2013.
- ^ "WordNet Search - 3.1". Princeton.edu. Retrieved 10 July 2013.
- ^ Kapoor, Sukhbir (2005). Guru Granth Sahib - An Advance Study Volume-I. Hemkunt Press. p. 38. ISBN 9788170103172.
- ^ Sarah, Doel (2008). Sikh Music: History, Text, and Praxis. p. 117. ISBN 9780549833697.
- ^ "Gurbani Raag: Gauri". Search Gurbani. Retrieved 10 July 2013.
- ^ "Raag". Essence of Sikhi. Retrieved 8 July 2013.
- ^ Singh, Bhagat (2001). Canadian Sikhs Through a Century, 1897-1997. Gyan Sagar Publications. p. 39. ISBN 9788176850759.
- ^ Critchfield, Richard (1994). The villagers: changed values, altered lives : the closing of the urban-rural gap. Anchor Books. p. 408. ISBN 9780385420501.
- ^ Taba, David (2011). Iranian Character of The Armenian Language. p. 9.
- ^ Singh, Khushwant (1999). A History of the Sikhs Voghzlume I:1469-1839. India: Oxford University Press. p. 215. ISBN 0-19-562643-5.
- ^ Singh, Khushwant (1999). A History of the Sikhs Volume I:1469-1839. India: Oxford University Press. p. 215. ISBN 0-19-562643-5.
- ^ Collins, Larry (1997). Freedom at Midnight. India: Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd. p. 393. ISBN 81-259-0480-8.
{{cite book}}: Unknown parameter|coauthors=ignored (|author=suggested) (help) - ^ The only living master of a dying martial art http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-15480741
- ^ Richard Beck, David Worden (2002). Gcse Religious Studies for Aqa. Heinemann. p. 64. ISBN 0-435-30692-8.
- ^ Hola Mohalla: United colours of celebrations,
- ^ Mad About Words
- ^ UCSM.ac.uk
- ^ Nihangs ‘not to accept’ ban on bhang. The Tribune. March 26, 2001.
- ^ Bhargava, Gopal (2006). Land and People of Indian States and Union Territories: In 36 Volumes. Punjab, Volume 22. Gyan Publishing House. p. 405. ISBN 9788178353784.
- ^ Siṅgh, Kirapāla (1999). Giānī Kirpāl Siṅgh's eye-witness account of Operation Blue Star: mighty murderous army attack on the Golden Temple complex. B. Chattar Siṅgh Jīwan Siṅgh. p. 91. ISBN 9788176013185.
- ^ No ‘bhang’ at Hola Mohalla. The Tribune. March 10, 2001.
References edit
- Dasam Granth ,The Dasam Granth website
- Book review of the Nihang book The Beloved Forces of the Guru
- "Tribes and Castes of Punjab and N.W. Frontier Province" by H.A. Rose (1892)
- Bhai Sahib Amrit Pal Singh 'Amrit' has presented well-researched articles on Nihangs on his website
- www.Budhadal.com
External links edit
- Sikh Photography Images of Nihangs by photographer Charles Meacham
- Sarbloh.info
- Nihangsingh.org
- Nihang SGPC
- Photography of the daily lives of the Nihang Singhs of Punjab by photographer Nick Fleming
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Thus practicing Sikhs wake up 3 hours before sunrise and do simran and complete their nietnam. This time is known as Amritvela it is the the three hour period from 3am. To 6am.[5] Touch up on sikh beliefs from tablet Sikhs are expected to be free of the five evils and thus be owrhty of gods grace. It is not within a Sikhs power to meet with god but rather gods power to put grace for a Sikh. Sikhs are orderd by the 10th guru to become members of the Khalsa.
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Atnam referes to 'self', a reference to the essential self, or used to identify the soul. Remains after body is abolished In contrast with the Supreme Soul, called brahma, Paratma,
The atman is associated with Sensual pleasure, and one who recognises and overcomes the ego, duality, and attachment or and is able to overcome it, often used as a lotus flower as a symbol of detachment . In Sikhism the terms mamuck and Gurmuck are coined to donate the focuse of your mind to ego and attacmentent or later the supreme soul. The gurmuck is said to merge with the supreme soul Ik onkar , one universal creator
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Khanda edit
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The Sikh symbol Khanda depicts the Sikh doctrine Deg Tegh Fateh in emblematic form. The Khanda is seen inscribed on the Sikh national flag, letterheads, and the stamps of various Sikh organizations. Deg Tegh Fateh was first found in written form in Persian, on the seal of Banda Singh Bahadur (1708–1716), stamped on his letters. The seal bore the inscription: “Deg-O-Teg 0 Fateh-Nusrat-I -Bedrang Yafat -Az Nanak--Guru Gobind Singh”[citation needed] i.e., The kettle (Deg)- (The Sikh symbol of economy, the means to feed all and sundry on an egalitarian base), sword (Teg)-(The Sikh symbol of power, to protect the weak and hapless and smite the oppressor), victory and unending patronage are obtained from Gurus Nanak—Gobind Singh “.
The emblem of Sikhism represents the Deg (cauldron or kettle) used to prepare food, Guru ka Langar initiated by the founder of the Sikh faith, Guru Nanak to remove caste barriers, teach people equality, humility before each other, and to feed all and sundry on an egalitarian base so that noone remains hungry.
The two swords on the outside represent the Miri--Piri (Bhagti and Shakti) doctrine of Sikhism, revealed by Guru Nanak and put into practice by his sixth successor, Guru Hargobind indicating the integration of spiritual and temporal powers together and not treating them as two separate and distinct entities. They represent the dual characteristics of Miri-Piri, indicating the integration of both spiritual and temporal sovereingty together and not treating them as two separate and distinct entities.[7]
In the center is the Khanda, double-edged sword also called Khanda, used by the tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh to prepare Amrit to initiate the Sikhs. Khanda has cutting edge on both sides indicative of two swords fused together representing Bhagti and Shakti (spiritual and temporal powers),[8] giving birth to “The Khalsa”, who is a saint-soldier (Sant-Sipahi), the saint meaning scholarly in knowledge of Gurbani and soldier meaning martial in spirit.
The Sikh national emblem reminds the faithful that they are warriors, they should take Pahul (Amrit), become ‘Khalsa’ i.e., The ultimate form of the Sikh, keep Guru Ka Langar going so that no body sleeps hungry, protect the weak and hapless, fight injustice and oppression, wherever it takes place, the victory will be theirs: ‘Deg-Teg-Fateh’.
There are three different items used in a Khanda (☬), which also have a symbolic meaning:[9]
- A double-edged sword called a Khanda which is in the centre
- A Chakkar which is circular
- Two single-edged swords, or kirpans, are crossed at the bottom and sit on either side of the Khanda and Chakkar.
In the symbol the sword to the left represents truth, and the sword to the right represents the willingness to fight for what is right- dharma (religion).[citation needed] The circle in the middle denotes the one God, never beginning and never ending.
The Khanda represents knowledge of God, the Chakkar represents the eternal nature of God and oneness of humanity, the two swords represent Miri (political sovereignty) and Piri (spiritual sovereignty).[10]
The symbol is encoded in Unicode, in the Miscellaneous Symbols range, at codepoint U+262C (☬).
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1st Pauri. edit
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ਸੋਚੈ ਸੋਚਿ ਨ ਹੋਵਈ ਜੇ ਸੋਚੀ ਲਖ ਵਾਰ ॥ |
By thinking, He cannot be reduced to thought, even by thinking hundreds of thousands of times. |
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Sikh battles Chamkaur, Mukatsar, Lohgarh, Amritsar, Vada Galhughara, Amritsar II, "Jhatka", Sabroan, Sohana, Hazoor Sahib, Saraghari, Green Ridge, Bluestar, Rataul, Boliwal, Moujiya, Hans Kalan, Dhaeru, Manochal, Musa.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji's respect for the Khalsa is represented in one of his poems:[11]
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The Bani edit
Below is the Chotta Anand Sahib, the first 5 and the 40th (last) Pauries of the Anand Sahib: (The complete Anand Sahib which consists of 40 Pauries in total.)
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ੴ ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦਿ ॥ ਅਨੰਦੁ ਭਇਆ ਮੇਰੀ ਮਾਏ ਸਤਿਗੁਰੂ ਮੈ ਪਾਇਆ ॥ ਏ ਮਨ ਮੇਰਿਆ ਤੂ ਸਦਾ ਰਹੁ ਹਰਿ ਨਾਲੇ ॥ ਸਾਚੇ ਸਾਹਿਬਾ ਕਿਆ ਨਾਹੀ ਘਰਿ ਤੇਰੈ ॥ ਸਾਚਾ ਨਾਮੁ ਮੇਰਾ ਆਧਾਰੋ ॥ ਵਾਜੇ ਪੰਚ ਸਬਦ ਤਿਤੁ ਘਰਿ ਸਭਾਗੈ ॥ ਅਨਦੁ ਸੁਣਹੁ ਵਡਭਾਗੀਹੋ ਸਗਲ ਮਨੋਰਥ ਪੂਰੇ ॥ |
One Universal Creator God. By The Grace Of The True Guru: I am in ecstasy, O my mother, for I have found my True Guru. O my mind, remain always with the Lord. O my True Lord and Master, what is there which is not in Your celestial home? The True Name is my only support. The Panch Shabad, the five primal sounds, vibrate in that blessed house. Listen to the song of bliss, O most fortunate ones; all your longings shall be fulfilled.
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Code of conduct edit
The Khalsa needs to follow rules and codes of conduct set by Guru Gobind Singh. The later Reht Maryada (code of conduct) is based upon guidelines laid down by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. Guru Gobind Singh also gave the Khalsa 52 hukams or 52 specific guidelines while living in Nanded in 1708[12]
The basic code of conduct (Rehat Maryada) issued by the Khalsa is:
- Not to disturb the natural growth of the hairs.
- Not to commit adultery (sexual intercourse outside marriage).
- Not to eat Kutha meat(i.e. meat prepared in the ritualistic way)
- Not to consume any kind of intoxicants, e.g., tobacco, opium, alcohol, ganja, etc.
The 52 Hukams (Guidelines) of Guru Gobind Singh:
- Earn by honest means.
- Give one tenth of your salary [to others].
- Memorize Gurbani.
- Wake up Amrit Vela (before dawn).
- Serve a Sikh Servant with devotion.
- Learn the meanings of Gurbani from Sikh Scholars.
- Follow the discipline of the 5 K's strictly.
- Practice Shabad Gurbani in life.
- Concentrate on the True Guru (God).
- Accept Guru Granth Sahib Ji as Guru.
- At the beginning of a task, perform ardaas
- At birth, death, or marriage ceremonies, do Japji Sahib, make Karaah Parshaad, do five stanzas of Anand Sahib, do ardaas, and then distribute Karaah Parshaad to the Panj Pyare, the Granthi, and then to the sangat.
- Until Karaah Parshaad is completely distributed, the Sangat should remain sitting and unmoving.
- Do not start married life without Anand Karaj (Sikh ceremony of marriage).
- Recognize all other women other than your wife as mothers and sisters. Do not engage in marital behaviour with them.
- Do not silence your wife. [Do not tell her to shut up]
- Abandon worldly falsehoods and tobacco-poison.
- Keep the company of Sikhs who follow the Rehat and meditate on the Name (of God).
- Don't be lazy while doing work.
- Listen and do kirtan and Gurbani discourses daily.
- Do not engage in slander, gossip or spite anyone
- Do not take pride in wealth, youth and caste. (Mother and Father's caste both castes. All Sikhs of the Guru are siblings)
- Keep the religious discipline high and pure.
- Do not refrain from doing Righteous deeds.
- Recognize God as the giver of intellect and strength.
- Do not believe a person who swears (one who tries/attempts to convince someone with a 'saun or saugandh').
- Rule Independently. In the affaris of government, do not give people of other religions authority/power.
- Study politics.
- With the enemy, practice/deploy the various techniques/tactics of diplomacy (saam, daam, dand, bhed).
- Practice the knowledge of weaponry and horse riding.
- Study the books and knowledge of other faiths. But keep trust in Gurbani and Akal Purukh.
- Follow the teachings of the Guru.
- After Rehras Paatth [Prayers], do Ardaas standing up.
- Recite Sohila and 'paun guru pani pita...' stanza before going to sleep.
- Wear a turban at all times.
- Do not call a Singh by half of their name (nickname).
- Do not partake of alcoholic drinks.
- Do not given a daughter's hand to a clean shaven. Give her hand in a house where God's Sikhi exists, where the household is not in debt, is of a good nature, is disciplined and knowledgeable.
- Do all work in accordance with Gurbani.
- Do not ruin someone's work by gossip.
- Do not utter bitter statements.
- Make pilgrimages to Gurudwaras only.
- Fulfill all promises that are made
- Do as much sewa as you can for foreigners, the needy and the troubled.
- Recognize the property of a daughter as poison. (Do not live of your daughters wealth)
- Do not become an outward show-off Sikh.
- Live and die a Keshadhaari Sikh (A Sikh who has uncut hair)
- Refrain from engaging in theft, adultery / promiscuity / permissiveness , fraud, deceit, embezzlement.
- Believe a Sikh.
- Do not give false testimony.
- Do not cheat.
- Distribute Langar and Karaah Parshaad with equality.
Five Ks edit
The uniform of a Singh/Kaur of the Khalsa comprises the Five Ks:
- Kesh – The uncut hairs on all the body.
- Kanga - A wooden comb.
- Kara - An iron bracelet.
- Kachera – A pair of drawers (a specific type of cotton underwear).
- Kirpan – A dagger or sword.
These are for identification and representation of the ideals of Sikhism, such as honesty, equality, fidelity, meditating on God, and never bowing to tyranny,[13] and for helping/protecting the weak, and self-defense.
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- ^ Singh, Bhai Mani (1712). Janam Sakhi. p. 11.
- ^ Anodea Judith, "Wheels of Life : a User's Guide to the Chakra System", 1987, Llewellyn Worldwide ISBN 0875423205, ISBN 978-0875423203, p37: "The caduceus clearly imitates the winding of Ida and Pingala, the central nadis crossing between the chakras, surrounding the sushumna"
- ^ Samael Aun Weor, "Esoteric Course of Alchemical Kabbalah", 2007, Thelema Press, ISBN 978-1934206201, p10
- ^ Philip Gardiner and Gary Osborn, "The Shining Ones" (revised edition), 2006, Watkins Publishing, ISBN 1-84293-150-4, p50-51: "the two snakes equate to the Pingala (male) and Ida (female)"
- ^ McLeod, W.H. (1990). Textual Sources for the Study of Sikhism. University of Chicago Press. p. 152. ISBN 9780226560854.
- ^ Dhillon, Dalbir (1988). Sikhism Origin and Development. Atlantic Publishers & Distri. p. 152.
- ^ Teece, Geoff (2005). Sikhism. Black Rabbit Books. p. 18. ISBN 1583404694.
- ^ The Sikh Review. 51 (589–594): 31. 2003.
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- ^ Teece, Geoff (2005). Sikhism. Black Rabbit Books. p. 18. ISBN 1-58340-469-4.
- ^ Cole, W. Owen (1978). The Sikhs: Their Religious Beliefs and Practices. London: Routledge & Kegan Paul. 37–38. ISBN 0-7100-8842-6.
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