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Interviews, discussions & presentations
Recordings from past webinars, live events and presentations by SikhRI presenters, as well as creative explorations of Sikh concepts.
Recordings from past webinars, live events and presentations by SikhRI presenters, as well as creative explorations of Sikh concepts.
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Since the Panjab partition (1947), particularly after the 1984 events, the Sikh diaspora has been reflecting on the nature of its relationship with the homeland and India, the aspiration of Sikhs, and the place of the inherent sovereign spirit in Sikh daily life. This panel discussion revolves around the present scenario and central question: Was the recent Rajoana episode a tipping point in the revival of the Sikh sovereign spirit? Or was it yet another historical blip in the long legacy of Sikh cyclical prosperity and protest? Navkiran Kaur Khalra is an activist furthering the legacy of her father, S. Jaswant Singh Khalra, by confronting impunity in India. She continues to work first-hand with different stakeholders in the current struggle for justice. Rubin Paul Singh facilitates workshops on gurmat, history, and human rights. He regularly contributes to online Sikh publications and his own blog "spiritofthesikh." Rubin also serves on the board of trustees for the Sikh Coalition. Santbir Singh has been teaching and studying Sikhi from a young age. He helps organize and teach at youth retreats and conferences. He has a degree in sociology and political science, and currently works for the government of Canada. Panelists : Navkiran Kaur Khalra, Rubin Paul Singh & Santbir Singh Moderator : Inderpreet Singh
Harinder Singh speaks at the Guru Nanak Religious Society in Columbus, Ohio. He touches on topics such as: Gurmat & World traditions, From inception onwards, Biological to Spiritual, Mothers in my life, and What's needed in 2012
Vaisakhi 1699 did not happen in a vacuum. This webinar invites teens, adults, ANYONE interested in the history of the first Khalsa to join in a fascinating discussion pulling in the social, historical and political conditions which made the events of 1699 possible.
Lecture at Sri Guru Singh Sabha Derby on what Sikhs should be envisioning and what they should have accomplished by 2020.
We examine the following lines from Japji Sahib: Mannay mugg na challey panth / mannay dharam seti sanbandh (Faith treads not sectarian ways/Faith stays steadfast in the Way) [GGS: 3]. Then, we delve into a discussion around the following questions: Is Guruji making a distinction between different religious traditions and Dharam? Is Dharam different from the belief system that we acquire by sheer accident of birth? Are we missing the essence of Sikhi? Is Dharam concerned with belief or experience?
Our friends play a very important role in our lives. What are some qualities of a friend? Did the Gurus' have friends? What type of qualities did their friends have? Let's take a look into the role of friendship.
The presentation will discuss Mudavani Mahala 5. A short sabad with high import due to its conclusive nature, it is often termed as the essence of Guru Granth Sahib. Intriguingly the message is further revealed in an enigmatic language variously described as a riddle or the royal seal depending on the multiple interpretations by different schools. Add to it its positional significance adjacent to the Ragmala. While discussing all this and the multifaceted meaning, the webinar will also attempt to find those Guru granted "three" coveted things in the Sabad.
The presentation attempts to initiate a community-wide dialogue on how we can create modern Granthis that are socio-politically relevant to the community today. It evokes a two dimensional approach that not only sets high standards of expectation from the Granthis, but also discusses what is needed of us in terms of change in attitude and perspective to raise such individuals who facilitate Sikh learning. Simply put, Granthis with leadership mantle!
This session explores the ways we can create classrooms which are a nurturing, exciting place for Kaurs. By making a conscious effort to use lessons and language which enforces the power and strength inherent to a female Sikh, and resisting traditions which implicitly, or explicitly, favors the male perspective, we can make a difference for the next generation! Come bridge the gender gaps and ensure every Sikh child in the classroom knows, with great confidence, her true worth.
