One can find all sorts of definitions of ‘Seva-ਸੇਵਾ’ (pronounced Sevaa) on the internet and in books – including but not limited to selfless service, selflessly helping others for their… Continue reading Goal of Gurmat Based Seva
Category: Gurbani
Gurmat and the Evil Practice of Dowry
A dowry (Daaj or Dahej – ਦਾਜ, ਦਹੇਜ …) is a form of payment made by the wife’s family to the husband’s family. It may include money, gifts, property, and… Continue reading Gurmat and the Evil Practice of Dowry
Comparing Life to Others’
We are all actors on this stage of the life. Since life is a journey, during this journey on earth, we all play our unique role. At the end of… Continue reading Comparing Life to Others’
Dandout Bandan – Come with Mind Straight as a Stick
Gurdwaras were supposed to be the center of learning spiritual education (i.e. Sikhi) — internalize the Enlightening Message embedded in the Guru’s Shabad. However, it seems as that purpose have… Continue reading Dandout Bandan – Come with Mind Straight as a Stick
There can be no Naam without Shabad
The Gurbani’s edict is that without attuning to the Shabad (or engaging in the Shabad-Vichaar, Reflections, contemplation, ਸਬਦ ਦੀ ਖੋਜ…), Naam cannot be Realized (ਬਿਨੁ ਸਬਦੈ ਨਾਮੁ ਨ ਪਾਏ ਕੋਈ).… Continue reading There can be no Naam without Shabad