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The Origins of Sikhism: A Brief History
Sikhism has a long history of spiritual teachings, social reform, and unflinching courage while being one of the world’s youngest major religions. It was created during intense social and religious unrest on the Indian subcontinent, and its message is still very relevant today. Let us embark on a journey back in time to the birth…
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Fearlessness (Nirbhau) in Sikhism – A Life Free from Fear
Fear! We’ve all experienced a feeling: a knot in the stomach, a racing heart, a mind filled with “what ifs.” It could be fear of failure, fear of losing someone, fear of judgment, or even fear of death. While fear is natural, Sikhism offers a powerful reminder: we are not meant to live in its…
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Women’s Equality in the Teachings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib
About 500 years ago, the reality for countless women was living in a world where you are constantly told they were less valuable, capable, and worthy. For centuries, they were denied education, excluded from decision-making, and treated as property rather than people. This was when Guru Nanak Dev Ji challenged this deep-rooted inequality, not with…
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Sikhism’s Teachings on Respecting Nature – Environmental Stewardship
When was the last time you paused to listen to the rustle of leaves, feel the warmth of the sun, or marvel at the vastness of the sky? In our fast-paced, modern lives, it’s easy to forget that we are part of something far more significant – a beautifully intricate web of life created by…
“Dwell in peace in the home of your own being, and the Messenger of Death will not be able to touch you.”
Guru Granth Sahib