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To Simply Be Near
Tuesday
,
8
July
2025

To Simply Be Near

By
,
Inni Kaur

A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its memory, and quiet transformation.

A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its memory, and quiet transformation.

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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.

Weekly Inspiration

Who has died, O! Who has died?

July 8, 2025

Death is a thing we all must do. Each of us is confronted with this reality at different moments in our lives, and yet, each time it happens, it feels new—like we have forgotten its lessons and must start from scratch.

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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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Friday
,
18
July
2025

Rediscovering Sikh Literature: Unearthed Wisdom

KPU Surrey; Cedar Conference Centre

Join Harinder Singh as we refamiliarize ourselves with historical texts, including primary and secondary texts that shape our understanding of Sikh thought and tradition.

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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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Friday
,
18
July
2025

Rediscovering Sikh Literature: Unearthed Wisdom

KPU Surrey; Cedar Conference Centre

Join Harinder Singh as we refamiliarize ourselves with historical texts, including primary and secondary texts that shape our understanding of Sikh thought and tradition.

Learn more ⟶
Friday
,
18
July
2025

Rediscovering Sikh Literature: Unearthed Wisdom

Online
KPU Surrey; Cedar Conference Centre

Join Harinder Singh as we refamiliarize ourselves with historical texts, including primary and secondary texts that shape our understanding of Sikh thought and tradition.

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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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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Seva in Our Lives

By
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This interactive session examines Seva as both a principle and a revolutionary practice in today’s world. Through discussions, reflections, and hands-on activities, participants will explore how the Guru’s message of Seva can be applied in both Panthic...

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Seva in Our Lives

By
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This interactive session examines Seva as both a principle and a revolutionary practice in today’s world. Through discussions, reflections, and hands-on activities, participants will explore how the Guru’s message of Seva can be applied in both Panthic...

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Seva in Sikh History

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This session traces the evolution of Seva throughout Sikh history, from the time of the Gurus to the present day. It examines Seva in its many forms—spiritual, communal, and revolutionary—while connecting it to broader frameworks of the Sikh revolution...

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Seva in Our Lives

By
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This interactive session examines Seva as both a principle and a revolutionary practice in today’s world. Through discussions, reflections, and hands-on activities, participants will explore how the Guru’s message of Seva can be applied in both Panthic...

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Seva in Sikh History

By
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This session traces the evolution of Seva throughout Sikh history, from the time of the Gurus to the present day. It examines Seva in its many forms—spiritual, communal, and revolutionary—while connecting it to broader frameworks of the Sikh revolution...

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

The Principle of Seva in Bani

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This session explores Seva through the lens of Guru Granth Sahib and secondary sources, examining its significance in the Sikh paradigm.

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Tuesday
,
8
July
2025

To Simply Be Near

By
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A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its memory, and quiet transformation.

A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its memory, and quiet transformation.

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Tuesday
,
17
June
2025

Most Wealthy & Unfathomable Father

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Father’s Day reflection spanning earthly and Divine fathers—blending emotion, ritual, and the unseen presence of the 1 in a world of distractions.

Father’s Day reflection spanning earthly and Divine fathers—blending emotion, ritual, and the unseen presence of the 1 in a world of distractions.

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Wednesday
,
4
June
2025

1984 Lives in Me

By
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A mystical reflection on the 1984 Ghallughara—Sikh spirit, memory, and quiet resistance, forty-one years later. The fire remains. So does the grace.

A mystical reflection on the 1984 Ghallughara—Sikh spirit, memory, and quiet resistance, forty-one years later. The fire remains. So does the grace.

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Tuesday
,
8
July
2025

To Simply Be Near

By
Author Names Here

A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its memory, and quiet transformation.

READ More ⟶
Tuesday
,
17
June
2025

Most Wealthy & Unfathomable Father

By
Author Names Here

Father’s Day reflection spanning earthly and Divine fathers—blending emotion, ritual, and the unseen presence of the 1 in a world of distractions.

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Explore Rag Asa

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Rag Asa is a musical mode that evokes hope, yearning, and the desire to move from darkness toward light. In this composition, our attention is turned inwards, and we are offered not just a moment for reflection but the possibility of transcendence.

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Thursday
,
26
June
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

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The Guru Granth Sahib Project has released annotations on all three Sabads (compositions) by Bhagat Beni Ji, one each set in Rags Srirag, Ramkali, and Prabhati. Each composition reflects unique emotions—serious reflection, compassion, and deep devotion.

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Friday
,
20
June
2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

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2-time Sidaker Manmit Singh joins Jasleen Kaur to reflect on connection, community, and their deepening relationship with Asa ki Var, a guiding light through threads of hope and hopelessness.

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Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Explore Rag Asa

By
Author Names Here

Rag Asa is a musical mode that evokes hope, yearning, and the desire to move from darkness toward light. In this composition, our attention is turned inwards, and we are offered not just a moment for reflection but the possibility of transcendence.

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Thursday
,
26
June
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

By
Author Names Here

The Guru Granth Sahib Project has released annotations on all three Sabads (compositions) by Bhagat Beni Ji, one each set in Rags Srirag, Ramkali, and Prabhati. Each composition reflects unique emotions—serious reflection, compassion, and deep devotion.

LISTEN NOW⟶
Friday
,
20
June
2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

By
Author Names Here

2-time Sidaker Manmit Singh joins Jasleen Kaur to reflect on connection, community, and their deepening relationship with Asa ki Var, a guiding light through threads of hope and hopelessness.

LISTEN NOW⟶
Wednesday
,
9
July
2025

Explore Rag Asa

By
Author Names Here

Rag Asa is a musical mode that evokes hope, yearning, and the desire to move from darkness toward light. In this composition, our attention is turned inwards, and we are offered not just a moment for reflection but the possibility of transcendence.

LISTEN NOW⟶
Thursday
,
26
June
2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

By
Author Names Here

The Guru Granth Sahib Project has released annotations on all three Sabads (compositions) by Bhagat Beni Ji, one each set in Rags Srirag, Ramkali, and Prabhati. Each composition reflects unique emotions—serious reflection, compassion, and deep devotion.

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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Suggested Reading List

In an effort to make learning more about Sikhi and engaging process, our research staff compiles scholarly articles from around the web and other academic resources.

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