Sukhmann Kaur

Associate Editor, The Guru Granth Sahib Project

Sukhmann Kaur graduated from the University of Washington with a MA in International Studies: South Asia and a graduate certificate in Feminist Studies. She also holds a BA in History with a Minor in Ethnic Studies from Central Washington University. 

She is passionate about learning, public scholarship, and making knowledge more accessible to broader audiences. When she's not sewing, Sukhmann enjoys reading all genres of literature and listening to podcasts.

She hopes to pursue a Ph.D. in Gender and Women Studies and produce knowledge on, by, and for women like her.

Videos

Tuesday
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4
April
2023

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2023: Sukhmann Kaur

"You’re never too old to learn from your sangat and never too young to try something new amongst your Sangat. That’s what I’m reflecting on this Vaisakhi: The idea of space and the idea of meaningful space. And just being more aware..."

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Podcasts

Thursday
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20
March
2025

Explore Barah Maha (Mahala 5)

On 14 March, in celebration of the Nanakshahi Sikh New Year, The Guru Granth Sahib Project released the annotation of Barah Maha, a powerful composition revealed by Guru Arjan Sahib in Rag Majh.

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Thursday
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26
September
2024

Explore Bani Bhagat Sain Ji

In this Sabad, Bhagat Sain Ji sings the ‘Arti’ of the transcendent Supreme Being, IkOankar (the Divine). He emphasizes that the true 'Arti' of IkOankar is not a ritualistic act of adorning a platter with incense, lamps, and ghee.

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Thursday
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23
May
2024

Explore Antam Sanskar (Funeral Ceremony)

The Sikh funeral ceremony is crucial to Sikh culture as it emphasizes the belief in the impermanence of life, the significance of commemorating the departed with affection and admiration, and establishing a connection with IkOankar (the Divine).

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Presenting at Upcoming Events

Sat
,
Nov 21

Our Journey to Anandpur Sahib

Grand Taj Banquet Hall

Join us for a reflection, conversation, and community as we commemorate Guru Gobind Singh Sahib’s 350th Gurgaddi Divas and explore the significance of Anandpur Sahib in Sikh thought, identity, and collective memory.

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