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Harimandir Sahib

Posted September 5th, 2008 by administrator
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The Harimandir Sahib (meaning Temple of God) is also commonly known as the Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib (Divine Court). It is situated in the city of Amritsar in Punjab. The Golden Temple is a living symbol of the spiritual and historical traditions of the Sikhs. It is a source of inspiration for all Sikhs and their chief place of pilgrimage. The temple with it's glistening gold covered exterior stands in the middle of a square tank with each side about 150m with an 18m path on all four sides. The Harimandir Sahib has entrances and doors on all four sides.

What is Khalsa?

Posted July 22nd, 2008 by administrator
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The word "Khalsa" means "pure", Khalsa's are Sikhs which have undergone the sacred Amrit Ceremony initiated by the 10th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh.

The Khalsa baptism ceremony involves drinking of Amrit (sugar water stirred with a dagger) in the presence of 5 Khalsa Sikhs as well as the Guru Granth Sahib. The initiate is instructed in the following;

What is Gatka?

Posted July 16th, 2008 by administrator
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Gatka, is an ancient martial art used by the Gurus to help defend the religious beliefs of Sikhi and also those of other religions.

5 moral evils

Posted July 15th, 2008 by administrator
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Kaam : refers to lust and illegitimate sex.

Krodh : is anger and needs to be controlled.

Lobh : means greed, a strong desire to possess what rightfully belongs to others.

5 k's in Sikhism

Posted July 9th, 2008 by administrator
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1. Kesh (unshorn hair)

2. Kanga (comb)

3. Kara (Iron bracelet)

4. Kachara/Kaccha (breeches)

5. Kirpan (sword)

 

 

 

 

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