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Every Day is Auspicious— How Do We Choose to Live It?

July 1, 2025

‘Var Sat’ (seven days) is commonly known as ‘Satvar’ or ‘Satvara.’ This classical and popular poetic form is based on the seven days of the week. Each stanza begins with a particular day and explores an idea, sentiment, or superstition...

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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

July

2025

Vanjara: From Worldly Trader to Spiritual Seeker

Khalsa School, Glen Rock Gurudwara

This presentation explores Guru Ramdas Sahib’s Vanjara, situating it within its cultural framework and lived experience. We will reflect on the composition's foundational themes and their relevance to our daily...

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Friday

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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Saturday

July

2025

Vanjara: From Worldly Trader to Spiritual Seeker

Khalsa School, Glen Rock Gurudwara

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Saturday

July

2025

Vanjara: From Worldly Trader to Spiritual Seeker

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Khalsa School, Glen Rock Gurudwara

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Friday

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

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

July

2025

What role does karma play in Sikhi?

In Sikhi, karma is the idea that our actions shape our outcomes. We need to learn to own our actions, and we need to make good mental decisions. If we are thinking clearly, our behaviors will be better.

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Monday

July

2025

What role does karma play in Sikhi?

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Thursday

June

2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

The Guru Granth Sahib Project is pleased to launch the annotation of three Sabads (compositions) by Bhagat Beni Ji, one each in Rag (musical mode) Srirag, Ramkali, and Prabhati.

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Monday

July

2025

What role does karma play in Sikhi?

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Thursday

June

2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

The Guru Granth Sahib Project is pleased to launch the annotation of three Sabads (compositions) by Bhagat Beni Ji, one each in Rag (musical mode) Srirag, Ramkali, and Prabhati.

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Monday

June

2025

What is the meaning of the Turban?

In this episode of Ask SikhRI, we go deeper into the meaning, the choice, and the everyday practice of wearing a turban.

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Tuesday

July

2025

To Simply Be Near

A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its 450th anniversary through stillness, memory, and quiet transformation.

Tuesday

June

2025

Most Wealthy & Unfathomable Father

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

Wednesday

June

2025

1984 Lives in Me

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

Tuesday

July

2025

To Simply Be Near

A poetic reflection on Sri Harimandar Sahib, honoring its 450th anniversary through stillness, memory, and quiet transformation.

Most Wealthy & Unfathomable Father

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

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

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

June

2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

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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Thursday

June

2025

1984 Lives in Me

“1984 Lives in Me: 41 Years of Fire & Grace” is a poetic reflection on the enduring impact of the 1984 Ghallughara on Sikh spirit and memory.

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Thursday

June

2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

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Friday

June

2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

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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Thursday

June

2025

1984 Lives in Me

“1984 Lives in Me: 41 Years of Fire & Grace” is a poetic reflection on the enduring impact of the 1984 Ghallughara on Sikh spirit and memory.

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Thursday

June

2025

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

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Friday

June

2025

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

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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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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Every Day is Auspicious— How Do We Choose to Live It?

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Vanjara: From Worldly Trader to Spiritual Seeker

Rediscovering Sikh Literature: Unearthed Wisdom

Vanjara: From Worldly Trader to Spiritual Seeker

Vanjara: From Worldly Trader to Spiritual Seeker

Rediscovering Sikh Literature: Unearthed Wisdom

Sidak 2025

Watch, listen and read.

What role does karma play in Sikhi?

What role does karma play in Sikhi?

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

What role does karma play in Sikhi?

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

What is the meaning of the Turban?

To Simply Be Near

Most Wealthy & Unfathomable Father

1984 Lives in Me

To Simply Be Near

Most Wealthy & Unfathomable Father

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

1984 Lives in Me

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

1984 Lives in Me

Explore Bani Bhagat Beni Ji

The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Manmit Singh

Featured Workshop

Featured resources for you

Guru Nanak Sahib: Revolutionary in Oneness

Guru Teghbahadar Sahib: The Benevolent Warrior

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We connect people with the teachings of Sikhi and work to strengthen the bonds of the Sikh community around the world by offering content and live experiences in a variety of mediums.

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