The reason that the Sikh kirpan is deemed unacceptable in these Western societies is that its contextual significance is not always appreciated in that society. Many choose to see it as nothing more than an ordinary blade or a dagger. Yet, the kirpan is not unique as an example of a manifestation of belief.

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He describes the path Of a Sikh as thin as a hair, as sharp as a dagger`s edge (9.2). It is a difficult, yet a straight path. The whole ofvar28 is devoted to this theme. Steadfastness and fidelity are the other virtues Bhai Gurdas recommends for a Sikh who is enjoined upon to have one wife and respect other females as sisters and daughters (6.8).

“Love your own wife more and more, but never touch another woman’s bed either by mistake or even in dream. Know that the love of another’s wife is like a sharp dagger”. (Dasam Granth, Part-11, p-842) When seeking a partner, you …

The Sikh wedding ceremony is called ‘Anand Kaaraj’ which literally means ‘Ceremony of Bliss’ . Marriage is a spiritual identity, not just a love affair between two people. The focus of a Sikh marriage is not based on romantic love or physical liaison, …

The Sikh Gurus set many examples of meekness and humility. When the old Guru, Guru Amardas was kicked by Datu, he never showed resentment but humbly suggested that his hard bones must have caused hurt to Datu’s feet. Similarly Sri Chand, Guru Nanak’s son asked Guru Ramdas in a humorous way why he had kept such a long and flowing beard.

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A true Sikh treats all humanity with dignity and respect. A Sikh may not agree with homosexual’s lifestyle or behaviour but we could also on a personal level not agree with the lifestyles of 95% of humanity who love to drink, and others smoke, etc. So we should not be hypocrites and judge some and not others.

Sikh studies in U.K. began with the introduction of Sikhism as one of the sections of the paper on “World Religions” at the GCE level. Both teachers and students needed books suited to the standards of Britain. Dr. Owen Cole deserves credit for preparing some basic books and reference material on Sikh studies.

Sikh women may become preachers, warriors, scholars, saints, and they may also partake in recital of all prayers alone or in the congregation. Sikh women themselves must realize the benevolence of the Sikh Gurus and embellish themselves in the beautifully revolutionary teachings of the Sikh Faith – if they desire for the future of the Sikh ...