23. Sikhism

Sikhism: The Ten Gurus of Sikhism intro

🙏A Radiant Journey of Light, Courage, and Dharma From Guru Nanak to Guru Gobind Singh: The Divine Continuum That Uplifted the World The Ten Gurus of Sikhism form an unbroken spiritual chain, each Guru a unique flame contributing to the eternal light of Truth (Satya), Naam (Divine Name), and Dharma (Righteous Living). From the birth of the path through Guru Nanak Dev Ji, to the fearless completion in Guru Gobind Singh Ji, their teachings uplift…

Sikhism: Core Teaching – Seva & Sarbat da Bhala – 05/05

🕊️Seva & Sarbat da Bhala – Selfless Service for All 🙇‍♂️ The Spiritual Glory of Serving Without Self In Sikhism, Seva (ਸੇਵਾ)—meaning selfless service—is not just an act of kindness. It is a form of divine worship, a sacred path of humility, and a gateway to liberation. Combined with Sarbat da Bhala (ਸਰਬੱਤ ਦਾ ਭਲਾ)—the prayer and effort for the well-being of all beings—this teaching transforms Sikh spirituality into an active force of compassion and…

Sikhism: Core Teaching – Vand Chakna – 04/05

🫓 Vand Chakna – Sharing What You Have 🧡 The Divine Economy of Generosity In the Sikh path, spirituality is not a solitary pursuit. It thrives in community, compassion, and shared sustenance. The fourth core teaching of Sikhism, Vand Chakna (ਵੰਡ ਛਕਣਾ), means: “To share one’s earnings, food, time, and blessings with others.” Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the Sikh Gurus established that spiritual progress is incomplete without social upliftment. Vand Chakna is not charity—it…

Sikhism: Core Teaching – Kirat Karni – 03/05

🛠️ Kirat Karni – Earning Honestly and Living Truthfully 🌾 The Path of Dharma Through Daily Life In Sikhism, spirituality is not confined to mountains or monasteries. It is woven into every aspect of daily living. One of the central teachings laid down by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and emphasized by all Gurus is Kirat Karni (ਕਿਰਤ ਕਰਨੀ)—which means to earn an honest living through righteous means and to live in alignment with truth (Sat)…

Sikhism: Core Teaching – Naam Japna – 02/05

🕉️Naam Japna – Remembrance of the Divine Name 📿 The Pulse of Sikh Spirituality – Naam Simran In the Sikh path, the most powerful spiritual tool is not ritual, pilgrimage, or debate—but Naam Japna: the continuous remembrance, repetition, and love for the Divine Name (Naam). It is through Naam that the soul awakens, the mind is purified, and union with the Divine is realized. Guru Nanak Dev Ji and the Sikh Gurus emphasized this as…

Sikhism: Core Teaching – Ik Onkar – 01/05

🌼Ik Onkar – There is Only One God 🔱 The Eternal Foundation of Sikh Spirituality The very first word of the Guru Granth Sahib Ji—the sacred scripture of Sikhism—is not a salutation, nor a narrative. It is a divine mathematical and philosophical truth: ੴ – Ik OnkarIk (੧ – One), Oankar (ਓਅੰਕਾਰ – Creative Reality)There is only One Supreme Reality, the Creative Force behind all. This single phrase is the beating heart of Sikhism, a…

Sikhism: The Life and Teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji

🙏 Founder of Sikhism, Messenger of Oneness, and Voice of Eternal Truth Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469–1539 CE) is one of the greatest spiritual reformers in Indian history. As the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus, he brought a divine message of universal love, truth, and unity, transcending caste, religion, and social boundaries. He did not merely teach religion—he redefined Dharma, emphasized Naam Simran (remembrance of God’s Name), and established…

Sikhism: What is the Khalsa?

⚔️ What is the Khalsa? History, Symbolism, and Modern Relevance in Sikhism The Khalsa, meaning “the Pure”, is not merely a group or sect but a spiritual revolution and a warrior ideal in Sikhism that transformed an entire community from seekers into saint-soldiers. Established on Vaisakhi day in 1699 by the tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the Khalsa marks a turning point in the history of Sikh Dharma and Indian civilization. It was a…

Sikhism intro

🌼A Beacon of Devotion, Equality, and Oneness Sikhism, or ਸਿੱਖ ਧਰਮ (Sikh Dharam), is one of the youngest yet most profound spiritual traditions in the world. Founded in the late 15th century by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, it emerged in the sacred land of Punjab during a time of deep social division, ritualism, and oppression. Sikhism offered a revolutionary spiritual path rooted in Naam (Divine Name), Seva (selfless service), Simran (remembrance of God), and Sarbat…