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Allah the Unseeable
Persian-based Sabad is difficult to read and understand for both native Panjabi speakers and native Persian speakers. Panjabi grammar and South Asian vernacular speech is imported into Persian and vice versa, creating new deviations of standard pronunciations. The hybridized language of Gurbani takes influence from the languages of South Asia at the time (Panjabi, Persian, Sanskrit, Braj, and many more) in which the bani was revealed, but often defies the rules of language and poetry to create new meaning. The language of Gurbani stands alone, therefore the following commentary was created to help guide readers through the meaning of this Sabad and enrich understanding.
Allah the Unseeable
Persian-based Sabad is difficult to read and understand for both native Panjabi speakers and native Persian speakers. Panjabi grammar and South Asian vernacular speech is imported into Persian and vice versa, creating new deviations of standard pronunciations. The hybridized language of Gurbani takes influence from the languages of South Asia at the time (Panjabi, Persian, Sanskrit, Braj, and many more) in which the bani was revealed, but often defies the rules of language and poetry to create new meaning. The language of Gurbani stands alone, therefore the following commentary was created to help guide readers through the meaning of this Sabad and enrich understanding.
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Let Compassion Be the Mosque
The Sikh Research Institute's Asha Marie Kaur speaks on how Guru Nanak Sahib integrates Persian and Arabic vocabulary in Sabad to invoke Islamic practices, laying the foundation for a uniquely Sikh engagement with other faiths.
Sikhs in Solitude: Finding Your Core During Lockdown – The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
The Sikh Cast host, Manpreet Jassal, speaks with SikhRI's Executive Director Kulvir Singh. Having recently left Panjab amidst a worldwide lockdown, Kulvir compares his experience leaving India to returning home in Canada. But, a deeper conversation ensues on taking the time to work on oneself as a Sikh and helping others explore their Sikhi.
Sidakers at Frontline of COVID-19 - LIVE Webinar - The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
As we continue to navigate social distancing together, we want to engage the community in conversation with the frontline workers. Discussing how Sikhi has informed their lives and practice, what the community can do to support them, and their everyday realities. We welcome Sidakers at the front-line of COVID-19 to this episode of The Sikh Cast.
Afghanistan Sikhs: Past, Present and Future – The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
Asha Marie Kaur talks with The Sikh Cast host, Manpreet Jassal, about the history of how the Sikhs got to where they are in Afghanistan today. We separate facts from rumors and how Sikhs around the world can help.
Chapter 6 - Keeping Our Thoughts Clean | The SikhCast by SikhRI
2019 would mark the 550th Prakash Purab (Illumination Day) of Guru Nanak Sahib. To commemorate this monumental event SikhRI is launching a children’s audio story series in English and Panjabi based on the life and travels of Guru Nanak Sahib. These well-loved stories will help to initiate Sikh children into the Guru’s life and his teachings in a non-judgmental way.
Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Pt.2): Jasleen Kaur – The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
Jasleen Kaur shares how society is dealing with the effects of a global pandemic, for better and for worse. She explores the nature of feeling anxious during uncertain times, and by reflecting in Sabad we find not only the strength to deal with lockdown but to look towards a better future.
Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Pt.2): Jasleen Kaur – The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
Jasleen Kaur shares how society is dealing with the effects of a global pandemic, for better and for worse. She explores the nature of feeling anxious during uncertain times, and by reflecting in Sabad we find not only the strength to deal with lockdown but to look towards a better future.
Chapter 6 - Keeping Our Thoughts Clean | The SikhCast by SikhRI
2019 would mark the 550th Prakash Purab (Illumination Day) of Guru Nanak Sahib. To commemorate this monumental event SikhRI is launching a children’s audio story series in English and Panjabi based on the life and travels of Guru Nanak Sahib. These well-loved stories will help to initiate Sikh children into the Guru’s life and his teachings in a non-judgmental way.
Afghanistan Sikhs: Past, Present and Future – The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
Asha Marie Kaur talks with The Sikh Cast host, Manpreet Jassal, about the history of how the Sikhs got to where they are in Afghanistan today. We separate facts from rumors and how Sikhs around the world can help.
Sidakers at Frontline of COVID-19 - LIVE Webinar - The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
As we continue to navigate social distancing together, we want to engage the community in conversation with the frontline workers. Discussing how Sikhi has informed their lives and practice, what the community can do to support them, and their everyday realities. We welcome Sidakers at the front-line of COVID-19 to this episode of The Sikh Cast.
Sikhs in Solitude: Finding Your Core During Lockdown – The Sikh Cast | SikhRI
The Sikh Cast host, Manpreet Jassal, speaks with SikhRI's Executive Director Kulvir Singh. Having recently left Panjab amidst a worldwide lockdown, Kulvir compares his experience leaving India to returning home in Canada. But, a deeper conversation ensues on taking the time to work on oneself as a Sikh and helping others explore their Sikhi.
Let Compassion Be the Mosque
The Sikh Research Institute's Asha Marie Kaur speaks on how Guru Nanak Sahib integrates Persian and Arabic vocabulary in Sabad to invoke Islamic practices, laying the foundation for a uniquely Sikh engagement with other faiths.
