Inni Kaur

Creative Director

Inni Kaur is Creative Director at the Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), where she leads content creation, branding, and external communications.

She has been deeply involved with SikhRI since 2009, having served as an Advisory Council Member, Board Member, Chair of the Board (2014–2016), Chief Executive Officer (2016–2019), and currently as Creative Director (2019–present).

A frequent speaker at community and interfaith gatherings—including engagements with the U.S. Office of the Pentagon Chaplain and several universities—Inni brings Sikh teachings into accessible dialogue with diverse audiences.

She is a passionate author, poet, and artist. Her published works include Journey with the Gurus, a children’s book series inspired by the life and teachings of Guru Nanak Sahib, Sakhi-Time with Nani ji, Thank You, Vahiguru, Daddy’s Turban, The Story of Us, The Fragrance of Bhai Vir Singh, Resilient Roots: A Sikh Family’s Journey, and The Brave Nightingale and The Golden Temple.

Inni is deeply immersed in the transcreation of Sabad (Infinite Wisdom) and the writings of Bhai Vir Singh, infusing her work with reverence, clarity, and poetic insight. Inni’s writing is grounded in Sikh thought and inspired by the beauty of everyday moments—cloud-watching, mindful walks, and quiet reflection. She resides in the United States.

Videos

Friday
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4
April
2025

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2025: Inni Kaur

Inni Kaur, Creative Director at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), shares her thoughts on what she has been contemplating on this Vaisakhi.

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Sunday
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30
June
2024

None Compares to You!

In this video Inni Kaur shares her profoundly personal and spiritual journey to Sri Harimandar Sahib.

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Thursday
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4
April
2024

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2024: Inni Kaur

Inni Kaur, Creative Director at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), shares her thoughts on what she has been contemplating on this Vaisakhi.

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Thursday
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18
January
2024

Explore Anand Sahib (Stanzas 31-40)

This composition explores the idea of bliss and how to achieve it. In the Sikh tradition, Anand Sahib is of such great significance that the entire composition or a portion (first five pauris and last pauri) is recited or sung to conclude all...

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Thursday
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21
December
2023

Explore Anand Sahib (Stanzas 21-30)

This composition explores the idea of bliss and how to achieve it. In the Sikh tradition, Anand Sahib is of such great significance that the entire composition or a portion (first five pauris and last pauri) is recited or sung to conclude...

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Thursday
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23
November
2023

Explore Anand Sahib (Stanzas 11-20)

Stanzas eleven to twenty of Anand Sahib by Guru Amardas Sahib delve into the pursuit of bliss, a concept of great significance in the Sikh tradition. Discover the joy within and experience the resonance of Rag Ramkali. Embrace the journey towards bliss...

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Podcasts

Tuesday
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9
January
2024

Explore Anand Sahib (Stanzas 21-30)

This composition explores the idea of bliss and how to achieve it. In the Sikh tradition, Anand Sahib is of such great significance that the entire composition or a portion (first five pauris and last pauri) is recited or sung to conclude all...

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Friday
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15
December
2023

Explore Anand Sahib (Stanzas 11-20)

Stanzas eleven to twenty of Anand Sahib by Guru Amardas Sahib delve into the pursuit of bliss, a concept of great significance in the Sikh tradition. Discover the joy within and experience the resonance of Rag Ramkali. Embrace the journey towards bliss...

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Thursday
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7
December
2023

Explore Anand Sahib (Stanzas 1-10)

Delve into the profound wisdom behind the word 'anand,' as the Guru emphasizes that genuine bliss originates from eternal Wisdom, guiding seekers toward a joyful transformation. 

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Friday
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30
December
2022

Nam: Divine Identification

Join us as we delve into Bhai Vir Singh’s epic poem “Rana Surat Singh.” The poem unveils mystical love’s mysteries via 14,270 lines in thirty-five cantos. Mystical love is helical and circular in its workings.

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Friday
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23
December
2022

Dan: Giving

In the third podcast, we discuss: What is giving-philanthropy? What is true giving? Does dan play a role in one’s journey towards becoming a Gurmukh, Guru-oriented?

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Friday
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16
December
2022

Isnan: Cleansing

In the second podcast, we discuss:‍What is purification? What is cleansing? Is it necessary in the journey to becoming a Gurmukh, Guru-oriented?

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Articles

Thursday
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14
January
2016

Tresses & I

Embark on a poignant journey with the author as she reflects on her evolving relationship with her hair, exploring the nuanced layers of Sikh identity, love for Sabad, and the profound impact of choices made during the tumultuous times of 1984.

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Tuesday
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16
February
2016

The Clay Pot & I

There is no greater poverty than selling one’s heart for respectability, wealth, caste, or fame.

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Thursday
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3
March
2016

When Love Outshines Lineage

Guru Ramdas Sahib reminds us: that true devotion transcends caste. Bidar, Ravidas & Namdev lived Nam, gaining Divine honor and light that outshines all.

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Monday
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14
March
2016

The Sage Warrior

Leaders are not leaders merely because they fight. Rather, leaders are leaders because they don’t have to fight.

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Wednesday
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13
April
2016

The Month of Vaisakh (April 13 - May 13)

A life without fragrance is a wasted life. An awakening in nature is taking place. Where are you?

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Wednesday
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4
May
2016

Cradled in Sabad

Guru Ramdas Sahib's Sabad reminds us that through Nam and Sabad, the ego dissolves, peace dawns, and Divine Union within becomes possible by Grace.

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