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Wandering Without Closure
Monday
,
17
February
2025

Wandering Without Closure

By
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Amanender Singh

At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

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Get to Know Rani Jind Kaur

Maharani Jind Kaur, the last queen of Panjab, demonstrated remarkable courage and determination during the tumultuous succession war while acting as regent for Maharaja Duleep Singh. She adeptly managed the complex diplomatic challenges of British rule.

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Sojhi

Sojhi creates a connection to Sikhi for kids. Engaging content, as well as downloadable resources and K-12 curriculum.

Sidak

A leadership program for young adults, Sidak promises connection and transformation through exploration of Sikhi.

State of the Panth Report

Our research reports on Sikh matters, surveying self-identified Sikhs and providing perspectives rooted in Gurmat.

The Guru Granth Sahib Project

The world can now build a deeper connection to Sabad. Begin exploring the Guru Granth Sahib like never before.

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The Slow Immersion of Love

February 11, 2025

Exploring the realm of Vadahans Dakhni rag is like embarking on a journey through the rhythms of life—through loss, longing, and the quiet undercurrents of love.

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Illuminating Every Path

In an unprecedented era of change and uncertainty, we’re creating new modes of engaging with the wisdom and light of Sikhi.

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Saturday
,
22
March
2025

Seva: The Divine Adoration

In this three-part session, we will explore Seva through the Gurmat Framework, diving into its essence as revealed in Bani, Sikh history, and its role in our personal and Panthic lives today.

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Sunday
,
20
July
2025

Sidak 2025

Khalsa Centre

Sidak is a transformative educational experience designed for young Sikh adults aged 18 to 39. It brings together seekers from all over the world to learn, grow, and lead with purpose.

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Saturday
,
22
March
2025

Seva: The Divine Adoration

In this three-part session, we will explore Seva through the Gurmat Framework, diving into its essence as revealed in Bani, Sikh history, and its role in our personal and Panthic lives today.

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Saturday
,
22
March
2025

Seva: The Divine Adoration

Online

In this three-part session, we will explore Seva through the Gurmat Framework, diving into its essence as revealed in Bani, Sikh history, and its role in our personal and Panthic lives today.

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Sunday
,
20
July
2025

Sidak 2025

Online
Khalsa Centre

Sidak is a transformative educational experience designed for young Sikh adults aged 18 to 39. It brings together seekers from all over the world to learn, grow, and lead with purpose.

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Monday
,
20
July
2020

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Bilaval | GGS 827 | Artists: Various

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Bilaval evokes a sense of happiness, accomplishment, and the resolve to continue walking the spiritual path. In this Sabad, the overwhelming theme is the unshakable connection with the Divine, a bond so tightly secured by the "Master-Illusionist" that...

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Monday
,
20
July
2020

Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Bilaval | GGS 827 | Artists: Various

By
Author Names Here

Bilaval evokes a sense of happiness, accomplishment, and the resolve to continue walking the spiritual path. In this Sabad, the overwhelming theme is the unshakable connection with the Divine, a bond so tightly secured by the "Master-Illusionist" that...

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Tuesday
,
26
November
2024

Explore Patti (Mahala 3)

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Author Names Here

The essence of this composition is revealed in the stanza of rahau (pause). In it, worldly accounting (entanglements) is described as useless.

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Thursday
,
16
January
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Surdas Ji

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Bhagat Surdas Ji is one of the fifteen Bhagat contributors to the Guru Granth Sahib, whose composition is recorded on page 1253. The line urges the mind to forsake the company of those who have turned away from IkOankar (the Divine).

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Thursday
,
19
December
2024

Explore Var Sat (Kabir Ji)

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The poetic form ‘Var Sat’ (a composition based on the seven days of the week) is commonly called ‘Satvar’ or ‘Satvara.’ It is a unique literary style that connects each day of the week with a specific idea, emotion, teaching, or reflection.

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Tuesday
,
3
December
2024

Sikhi & History: Bhai Vir Singh's Perspectives

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Join Harinder Singh at Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan, Delhi, as he explores Bhai Vir Singh's unique framing of Sikh history on 25 September 2024.

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Monday
,
17
February
2025

Wandering Without Closure

By
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At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

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Tuesday
,
21
January
2025

IkOankar

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This essay explores the profound spiritual journey inspired by IkOankar in Sikhi. It delves into the interconnectedness of existence, emphasizing unity, harmony, and the dissolution of ego through the teachings of the Wisdom-Guru.

This essay explores the profound spiritual journey inspired by IkOankar in Sikhi. It delves into the interconnectedness of existence, emphasizing unity, harmony, and the dissolution of ego through the teachings of the Wisdom-Guru.

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Tuesday
,
31
December
2024

Ghallugharas & Raj

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This essay explores the origin of Ghallughara. Why were they orchestrated, and who enacted them? How are they intrinsically linked to the Raj?

This essay explores the origin of Ghallughara. Why were they orchestrated, and who enacted them? How are they intrinsically linked to the Raj?

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Monday
,
17
February
2025

Wandering Without Closure

By
Author Names Here

At the 2024 Sidak program, marking 40 years since the 1984 Ghallughara, participants reflected on the lingering impacts of unaddressed wounds and the Sikh diaspora's connection to Panjab.

READ More ⟶
Tuesday
,
21
January
2025

IkOankar

By
Author Names Here

This essay explores the profound spiritual journey inspired by IkOankar in Sikhi. It delves into the interconnectedness of existence, emphasizing unity, harmony, and the dissolution of ego through the teachings of the Wisdom-Guru.

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Wednesday
,
12
February
2025

Explore Janam & Nam Sanskar

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In Sikh tradition, the Birth & Naming Ceremony compositions nurture a sense of connection, love, and gratitude with IkOankar (the Divine).

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Thursday
,
23
January
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Surdas Ji

By
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Bhagat Surdas Ji, one of the fifteen Bhagat contributors to the Guru Granth Sahib, has a composition recorded on page 1253. This line encourages the mind to abandon the company of those who have turned away from IkOankar (the Divine).

LISTEN NOW →
Thursday
,
26
December
2024

Explore Var Sat (Kabir Ji)

By
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‘Var Sat,’ commonly called 'Satvar' or 'Satvara,' is a poetic form based on the seven days of the week. It is a unique literary style that connects each day of the week with a specific idea, emotion, teaching, or reflection.

LISTEN NOW →
Wednesday
,
12
February
2025

Explore Janam & Nam Sanskar

By
Author Names Here

In Sikh tradition, the Birth & Naming Ceremony compositions nurture a sense of connection, love, and gratitude with IkOankar (the Divine).

LISTEN NOW⟶
Thursday
,
23
January
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Surdas Ji

By
Author Names Here

Bhagat Surdas Ji, one of the fifteen Bhagat contributors to the Guru Granth Sahib, has a composition recorded on page 1253. This line encourages the mind to abandon the company of those who have turned away from IkOankar (the Divine).

LISTEN NOW⟶
Thursday
,
26
December
2024

Explore Var Sat (Kabir Ji)

By
Author Names Here

‘Var Sat,’ commonly called 'Satvar' or 'Satvara,' is a poetic form based on the seven days of the week. It is a unique literary style that connects each day of the week with a specific idea, emotion, teaching, or reflection.

LISTEN NOW⟶
Wednesday
,
12
February
2025

Explore Janam & Nam Sanskar

By
Author Names Here

In Sikh tradition, the Birth & Naming Ceremony compositions nurture a sense of connection, love, and gratitude with IkOankar (the Divine).

LISTEN NOW⟶
Thursday
,
23
January
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Surdas Ji

By
Author Names Here

Bhagat Surdas Ji, one of the fifteen Bhagat contributors to the Guru Granth Sahib, has a composition recorded on page 1253. This line encourages the mind to abandon the company of those who have turned away from IkOankar (the Divine).

LISTEN NOW⟶

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Guru Nanak Sahib: Revolutionary in Oneness

Celebrate Nanakshahi550 by learning the significance of Guru Nanak Sahib’s Raj. A Conference of connection to the philosophies that shaped spiritual and temporal life in South Asia.

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Guru Teghbahadar Sahib: The Benevolent Warrior

We celebrated the 400th Parkash Purab of Guru Teghbahadar Sahib with a virtual conference.

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