Grihast is an event for young married couples to strengthen their values in marriage and family relationships, incorporating diverse themes that are at the foundation of a married life. New perspectives provide insights on building meaningful relationships while workshops and discussions offer a glimpse of the Guru’s vision and ideals on marriage. Please note: this event is open to married couples only. Sikhi - Love and Relationships is mandatory for Grihast and the cost is included in the Grihast fee.
Love is the fundamental force of life. It forms the basis of all life pursuits and their motive. This presentation looks at love and relationships through a Sikh lens. It explores what it really means to be in love and how it reflects in our relationships from Gurbani's perspective. It expands on the thesis taking examples from Sikh history and lifestyle, while addressing conflicts of love, family and relationships in life today.
Nature is a diverse source of life forms; their unique identity and nature. Gurbani extensively uses symbolism derived from Nature to convey a particular thought or feeling. This presentation looks at major animal symbols evoked in Gurbani and how they are utilized to impart lessons in outlook and attitudes for life.
On April 6, 1903, the city of Kishinev, the capital of the Russian province of Bessarabia erupted in violence. A horrific pogrom was organized, targeting the Jewish population of Kishinev in which 49 Jews were killed, 500 were wounded and 1300 homes and businesses were destroyed.
On April 6, 1903, the city of Kishinev, the capital of the Russian province of Bessarabia erupted in violence. A horrific pogrom was organized, targeting the Jewish population of Kishinev in which 49 Jews were killed, 500 were wounded and 1300 homes and businesses were destroyed.
On April 6, 1903, the city of Kishinev, the capital of the Russian province of Bessarabia erupted in violence. A horrific pogrom was organized, targeting the Jewish population of Kishinev in which 49 Jews were killed, 500 were wounded and 1300 homes and businesses were destroyed.
On April 6, 1903, the city of Kishinev, the capital of the Russian province of Bessarabia erupted in violence. A horrific pogrom was organized, targeting the Jewish population of Kishinev in which 49 Jews were killed, 500 were wounded and 1300 homes and businesses were destroyed.
Join us for a special fundraiser lunch hosted by the Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), dedicated to empowering the global Sikh community through Gurmat education.
Join us on 2 November 2024 at Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall, where Harinder Singh will speak in commemoration of 40 years of resilience and remembrance of the Sikh Genocide.
In commemoration of the 40th anniversary of November 1984, a panel will gather to discuss the events that unfolded after the assassination of Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and the ensuing anti-Sikh violence.
Over the past four decades since 1984—marked by "Operation Blue Star" and the Sikh Genocide—various discourses have emerged, often graphic, grave, and heart-wrenching.
International Centre for Sikh Studies, New Delhi in collaboration with The Guru Granth Sahib Project Team from the Sikh Research Institute (USA), and the Nam Sabad Foundation present: Release of Research on Vanjara.
Bhai Vir Singh Sahitya Sadan, a premier literary and cultural organization in the capital, was established in 1958, in the memory of the father of modern Punjabi literature and Saint-Poet of India Bhai Vir Singh.
Sidak seeks to provide young Sikh adults with a gift of Gurmat-centered leadership learning experience to secure—and transform—the Sikh future.
Taking place in English, this session attempts to understand the vision and personality of the Guru based on Guru Granth Sahib as well as secondary texts. It also explores the relevance of the Guru’s paradigm today.
Guru Arjan Sahib, the epitome of perfection, imparted the message of the 1 and 1Ness of Creator-creation. The Sovereign of the benign dominion (halemi raj)...
Guruduara Dera Sahib, Lahore, is one of the most important Sikh holy sites in Pakistan. The building of the gurdwara stands next to the Shaheedi Asthān or memorial of Guru Arjun Dev, the fifth Sikh Guru, hence is also known as the Gurduara Panjvin Patshahi.
The presentation looks at the roots of the word, idea and institution that Khalsa is, in the context of Vaisakhi and beyond. It explores the Sikh canon, and other near contemporary sources of the ten Guru Nanaks period to trace its position and significance in the Sikh Panth. We survey its current state, functionality and understanding within the global community and offer suggestions to revive the Khalsa tradition in today’s context.
In collaboration with Radio Sher E Punjab 1550AM.
A week after the celebration of International Women’s Day with reaffirmations of equality, the recognition of women role-models, expressions of love for women in our lives, we turn to ask: Why do we mark an international women’s day? Does such a “day,” simply allow for hollow congratulations in a world that is deeply divided on gender lines, as illustrated every other day of the year? Why not have a “men’s day”—are we reinforcing inequality? And does this day reflect an acceptance that all women, everywhere, across the globe, are simply the same?
Nature is a diverse source of life forms; their unique identity and nature. Gurbani extensively uses symbolism derived from Nature to convey a particular thought or feeling. This presentation looks at major animal symbols evoked in Gurbani and how they are utilized to impart lessons in outlook and attitudes for life.
Dr. Kala Singh will be discussing topics like the role of culture and migration on mental health and suicide of South Asians, the role of South Asian spirituality on mental health and suicide, a new South Asian Spiritual Model of Counseling, and how to use this model not only for South Asians BUT for everyone.
A special weekend of Parent/Youth workshops with Sardar Harinder Singh of Sikh Research Institute.