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Immortal Productions - Chaurasi 84 - IP7 ***Album out 5th July '09***

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Are You Ready & Sikh History Lesson by Ambition (Sikh Unit)

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http://rs18.rapidshare.com/files/247345141/History_Lesson.mp3
http://rapidshare.com/files/247346954/R_U_Ready.mp3.html

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*New* Sikh Unit Mixtape Promo

Sikh Units New Album is Coming Out May 17th 2009 go to www.sikhunit.co.uk to download the album. also check out www.youtube.com/dasikhunitlegacy for more videos from Sikh Unit. safe

Sikh Unit Never Forget Bow '09 Tribute

Never Forget Bow '09 WAKE UP CALL!

Introduction

Whenever we go to the Gurdwara and stand in the Ardaas, at the end of the Ardaas we recite the following words...
“Guru Granth Jee Maaneo, Pargat Guraa Ki Deh
Realise that Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is the embodiment of all the Gurus.
Jo Prabh Ko Milbo Chahe, Khoj Shabad Meh Leh
Those who seek union with God should search through the divine wisdom of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.”

These words contain the essence of Sikhi. To a non-Sikh Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji may seem just a book, a piece of well constructed literature from the 15th century; but Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is much more than that. Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is the living, talking, eternal Guru Sahib Ji, the Guru who is beyond time and death, the Guru who embodies that divine light which passed from Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji all the way to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the Guru to whom even the Tenth Master Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji bowed Their head, and the Guru who has lead the Khalsa Panth for the last 300 years.

The Tragedy

It is with a heavy heart that we must relate the events at Gurdwara Sikh Sangat, Harley Grove in Bow (East London) to the wider Sangat. On the afternoon of Monday the 16th of March 2009 there was a women’s congregation going on at Gurdwara Sikh Sangat; one of the women from the Sangat noticed an intruder enter the Gurdwara Sahib from a side door. After this a fire broke out in the Sachkhand room (where Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaaj is seated whilst at rest) of Gurdwara Sikh Sangat which ended up engulfing the whole building. Over 10 fire engines and 50 firefighters battled for over 6 hours to bring the fire under control. The firefighters confirmed that the fire destroyed over 75% of the Gurdwara Sahib complex, with the roof of the whole Gurdwara Sahib completely caving in, leaving only the outer walls standing. The Sachkhand room where the fire began was completely and utterly destroyed by the fire.

The most painful news for the whole Panth is that 11 blessed Saroops of our beloved Satguru, the light of the Ten Guru Sahibaans, the Jugo-Jug Atal Eternal Satguru, Sahib Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji were burnt due to the fire. 8 Saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji were recovered on Tuesday the 17th; the police discovered 3 more Saroops and many more Gutkaa and Pothee Sahibs on Friday the 20th. With heavy hearts Sevadars from across the country gathered together at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur Academy and worked day and night on the daunting Seva of preparing Satguru Ji’s saroops for the Sanskaar (cremation) ceremony. It brought tears to the eyes of all the Sevadars and anyone who had Darshan of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji’s Saroops; to see how the Angs (limbs) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Mahaaraaj were crumpled, burnt and blackened because of the fire, and dripping wet and ice cold due to the water damage. Take a moment Saadh Sangat Ji, think in your hearts, our beloved Satguru Ji’s Saroops were burnt in fire and doused in water – do we feel no pain?

Under the guidance of Sri Akaal Takhat Sahib an Akhand Paath Sahib was carried out at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur Academy and the Sanskaar Seva took place at Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa College Chigwell. Sangat from across the country came to pay their respects and witness their beloved Satguru Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji’s Sanskaar ceremony being carried out, yet sadly out of 500,000 Sikhs that live across the UK, only 1,000 – 2,000 people gathered for the Sanskaar ceremony of Guru Sahib Ji. Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji’s blessed remains will be taken to Panjab where the scattering of the blessed remains of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji will be carried out by Sevadars approved by Sri Akaal Takhat Sahib.

Who is Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji?

It was only a few months ago that we celebrated the 300th anniversary of the Gurta Gur-Gaddee Divas (Guru-ship ceremony) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, last year we also remembered the 30th anniversary of the massacre in Amritsar by the fake Nirankaris of 13 innocent Singhs, and this year we are commemorating 25 years since Sri Akaal Takhat Sahib was attacked by the Indian Army in Operation Blue Star.

Yet time and time again we fail to realize that Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is the Eternal Embodiment of all Ten Gurus Sahibaans. It is no use to simply chant the words of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaaj proclaiming that Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is and forever will be, ‘Pargat Guraa Kee Deh’ – ‘The Divine Embodiment of all Ten Guru Sahibaans’. It is time to bring those words uttered by the 10th Master 300 years ago into action in our Gurdwaras, communities and everyday lives. It is only 300 years since Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji commanded all Sikhs to accept Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji as the Eternally Living Embodiment of all Ten Guru Sahibaans, it is only 30 years since 13 blessed Singhs laid their lives defending the respect of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, and it is only 25 years since Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji endured the bullets of the Indian Army all for our sake... Yet we forget their sacrifices every moment of every day!

Saadh Sangat Ji we must remember that it is the first time in history that such a devastating attack has been carried out on a Gurdwara Sahib outside of India. An attack on Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is an attack on the very foundations of Sikhi, it is an attack on the whole Sikh Panth; an attack on the Gurus house is an attack on our house. The fateful day of March 16th 2009 should be remembered by all Sikhs, and by the world, as the day when Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaaj sacrificed Themselves in order to wake up the Sikh Panth.

We must believe and accept that Sri Guru Granth Sahib are the ‘Jaagdee Jot’ – ‘The Forever Awakened Eternal Light’ of all Ten Guru Sahibaans. An attack on Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is an attack on the beauteous wisdom of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, it’s an attack on the never-ending humility of Sri Guru Amardaas Ji, and it’s an attack on the Tenth Master Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji who sacrificed his four sons for the Khalsa Panth.

Just as Sri Guru Arjan Sahib Ji sacrificed their physical form by burning in boiling cauldrons, standing on the burning hot plates of the prisons of Lahore whilst red hot sand run down their divine body and eventually passing into the icy cold waters of the river Ravi; just as Sri Guru Teghbahadur Sahib Ji marched to Delhi in order to sacrifice their physical form to protect righteousness and truth, just as Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji sacrificed their entire family for the cause of justice, in the same way Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaaj has sacrificed themselves 11 times in order to awaken the Sikh Panth from its slumber which has lasted many years. ALL Ten Guru Sahibaans have sacrificed themselves through smoldering fire and icy cold water 11 times in order to awaken us – if we refuse to awaken now how can we call ourselves Sikhs of the Guru?

What to do now?

Our beloved Satguru, Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji has given Shaheedi (martyrdom) 11 times... Important questions remain unanswered Saadh Sangat Ji...
Where do we go from here Saadh Sangat Ji?
Do we fall back into a state of unawareness and carry on letting Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji’s respect and authority be questioned and undermined again and again?
Are we going to wake up? Or will we simply ignore the fact that ALL ten Guru Sahibaans have sacrificed themselves through smoldering fire and icy cold water 11 times in order to awaken us?
If there is one lesson we learn from looking at Sikh history it is that sacrifice is always followed by revolution; the martyrdom of Sri Guru Arjan Sahib Ji was followed by the establishment of Sri Akaal Takhat Sahib by Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji and the sacrifice by Sri Guru Teghbahadur Sahib Ji was followed by the establishment of the Khalsa brotherhood in order to tackle injustice by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji. We must contemplate that if Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji has sacrificed themselves 11 times there must be a reason; it must be a wakeup call to the Sikh nation to make us realize our mistakes.

As stated many times before we need to accept and believe that Sri Guru Granth Sahib is our Eternal Living Guru. Treating Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji with complete love and utmost reverence has been part of the Sikh religion since the 5th Master Sri Guru Arjan Sahib Ji first compiled Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji in 1604. From the day the compilation of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji was complete Sri Guru Arjan Sahib never sat on their throne or slept on their bed again, rather they gave up these comforts and instead enthroned Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji upon their Throne and Bed; for the rest of their life Sri Guru Arjan Sahib Ji sat upon the ground and slept upon a single white sheet. We should learn from the example and Sri Guru Arjan Sahib Ji and we should endeavor to stop Beadbi (disrespect) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and divine Gurbani wherever it is taking place, whether in our Gurdwaras, homes or in our libraries. We must forever remember the immortal words of the 7th Master Sri Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji,

“Jin Bhae Adab Naa Baanee Dharaa Jaanoh(u) So Sikh Nahee(n) Hamaaraa
He who has no fear or respect of Gurbani. Know that he is not my Sikh.”

This means going into our local Gurdwaras ensuring that the respect and sanctity of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is maintained on a day to day basis. Is Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji accompanied by at least 5 Singhs when going from one location to the next? Is the Sachkhand room of Sri Guru Granth Sahib big enough to accommodate all of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji’s Saroops?

The fact of simply how long it is taking for the Police to deal with the case of the fire and also the fact that the fire is being treated as a simple case of criminal damage to property is a testament in itself to how we have failed to make the world aware that Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji is not a book, or a piece of sacred literature, rather Sri Guru Granth Sahib is our beloved Living Guru. We must keep pressure upon the Police to resolve this issue as quickly as possible, we have to stress that this matter will not be allowed to be ignored or brushed under the carpet. We need to make it as clear as day to the world that any attack on Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji will never be tolerated at any cost by the Sikh Panth in order to help prevent such vicious and hateful attacks in the future. We will not let the perpetrator of this evil act to get away.

Guru Sahib is urging us to cast off the divisions of Jathebandi, caste and discrimination and to unite as One Panth. We must all unite to fight any forms of corruption which have crept into our Guru’s house, and we must all endeavor to increase our individual Rehat and our love for Guru Sahib Ji’s Baani. We should do this by joining in the 1 million Chaupai Sahib Jaap (www.chaupaisahib.org) and pray for the Chardi Kala of the Panth.

We must all take the pain of this episode in our history into our hearts, into the very core of our being as a Panth. We must all give up drugs, castes, and material attachment to the world and join together as brothers and sisters in the Khalsa. We must not be scared to wear the beloved uniform of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji which is drenched in the blood of countless Shaheed Singhs, read the Baani which once flowed from the divine tongue of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and take pride that our father is Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji and our mother is Mata Sahib Kaur Ji. Each of us must promise ourselves that we will not rest till the perpetrators of this heinous crime are brought to justice, in the divine words of Satguru Nanak Dev Sahib Ji...

“Kookar Koorr(u) Kamaaeeai Gur Nindaa Pachai Pachaan(u)
Those who practice falsehood are dogs; those who slander the Guru shall burn in their own fire.” Ang 21 SGGSJ

Forgetting Caste, Race, Jatha and other partitions! Let’s come together under the Nishan Sahib and may we all have the one Nishan of bringing and achieving Glory for the Khalsa Panth with Guru Ji's Kirpa.

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Why Sikhs Keep Uncut Hair/Kesh

The Sikhs were commanded by Guru Gobind Singh at the Vaisakhi Amrit Sanchar in 1699 to wear long uncut hair called Kesh at all times. This was one of five articles of faith, collectively called Kakkars that form the external visible symbols to clearly and outwardly display ones commitment and dedication to the order (Hukam) of the tenth master and made one a member of the Khalsa. The Khalsa is the "Saint-Soldier" of Guru Gobind Singh who stated the following:

"He does not recognize anyone else except One Lord, not even the bestowal of charities, performance of merciful acts, austerities and restraint on pilgrim-stations; the perfect light of the Lord illuminates his heart, then consider him as the immaculate Khalsa." (Guru Gobind Singh in the Dasam Granth page 1350)

The Kesh is an article of faith that allows the Sikh to be clearly and quickly identified by his or her unshorn long hair, Kesh. The kanga another article of faith is usually tucked behind the knot and tied under the Turban. The uncut hair and the beard in the case of men forms the main Kakkar for the Sikhs.

To sum up, if there is anything on the head that can be compared with nails, it is dandruff!

It is also argued that hair have been lost from the body in man, because the body is kept covered. If that be the case, then the axillary and the pubic hair should have been the first to go. Also, the hair on the face, neck and hands should have remained.Nature knows best what to discard or retain. Whatever is retained is not without purpose. If we are unable to explain something, it does not mean it has no significance. We must look for an explanation, rather than deny the role or existence of something we do not see.

There are sound frequencies we do not hear; light waves, that make everything visible, we do not see; odours that we do not smell; there are animals that do not see as many colours as we do; some things we can neither see nor deny, such as emotions, the bond between mother and child, force of gravity, etc. So, if there are things we do not see, or hear, or smell, it does not imply their absence. Just as an ant cannot apprehend the size and shape of an elephant, life and its processes are beyond human apprehension in the present state of knowledge. Our vast Solar system, which is beyond reach even today, is just a speck in the universe! Even our smallness is beyond our apprehension!

Hair is a gift from God, not a burden. Guru Gobind Singh, in his infinite wisdom, commanded us to respect it and to refrain from tampering with it. This is the visible token of his affection for us, as well as our faith in him. If we have faith in our Guru who was in communion with God, how can we do anything but follow his advice?

Guru Gobind Singh said:

I will make my Sikhs stand out from millions!

Sikh Rapper: Humble The Poet

For more music by Humble The Poet go to: http://thepoetproject.blogspot.com

Singh & Kaur

Most of us have the surname Singh & Kaur in our names, what do these mean?

Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave us the names which associated us with a Sikh Nation. Once some-one takes Amrit then they truly become a Singh and kaur. They then sign up to the khalsa army and their duty to defend the weak and poor starts officially in the eyes of Guru Ji.

Kaur means Princess:

• A princess is a reflection of purity and innocence; they are women of good character and behavior.
• They have self -respect, live in dignity and have good morals and principals.
• They dress modestly and have no nasty habits such as drinking, smoking and eating meat.
• They don’t go clubbing to look for pleasure. They don’t have abortions to cover up their misdeeds.
• They are warrior princesses who are ready to defend themselves.
• They do charity events and seva (self-less service)

Singh means Lion:

• A Singh is a brave, courageous warrior, who fights for righteousness, humanity and stands up for the innocents, oppressed, the poor and the needy.
• Never starts trouble, never bullies people
• A Singh looks out for everyone’s rights and demands justice with out fear.
• A Singh lives without fear of anyone-or anything
• Singh’s make all types of sacrifices
• Singh’s struggle until peace and humanity is restored.
• A Singh has no hate and doesn’t pick on innocent people. (a lot of our boys go around paki-bashing, this is wrong)

ARE YOU LIVING AS A SINGH OR A WHIMP!

By Tarnjeet Kaur, 13 from Bedford

Chote Sahibzadey - The Youngest Martyrs In History

As the festive period approaches, the Sikh people will be commemorating the martyrdom of Baba Zorawar Singh Ji and Baba Fateh Singh Ji on the 26th December. Many historians have given them the title of the world’s youngest martyrs. December 26th 1705 is seen as one of the darkest days in Sikh history, when two young innocent children were mercilessly bricked alive by the mughal regime of Sirhind. Their supreme sacrifice should never be forgotten, and all Sikhs should draw inspiration from the valour and courage displayed by the young souls...

Katha in english about the Chote Sahibzadey

by Bhai Sukha Singh (London, UK)

right click on the link below and "save target as" to download and listen:

http://sikhroots.com/audio/Keertani%20-%20United%20Kingdom/Bhai%20Sukha%20Singh%20%28London%2C%20UK%29/Katha%20-%20Shaheedi%20Diwas%20Chotey%20Sahibzade%20-%20Sukha%20Singh.mp3

also a recommended animation movie based on the Chote Sahibzadey:

to buy this movie click on the link below:

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Sikh Youth! Who Are You? (Watch, Listen & Learn)

Its a shame to say but in this day and age, modern day society has become a big influence on the young generation in the 21st century, majority of youngsters have forgotten about their history or have never been educated.

Sikhs throughout history have sacrificed their lives in order for the Sikh nation to live on, but nowadays Sikhi is only left in name, will we continue to ignore our history or will we keep it alive?

NOW IS THE TIME TO WATCH, LISTEN AND LEARN!
OR HAVE YOU GONE ASTRAY AND FORGOTTEN WHO YOU ARE AND WHERE YOU COME FROM?
WAKE UP SIKH YOUTH BEFORE ITS TOO LATE, BECAUSE IF YOU DON'T THEN WHO WILL TELL THE STORIES OF THOSE BRAVE SIKHS?
WHO FOUGHT ON THE BATTLEFIELDS TIL THEIR LAST BREATH, SO THAT THE NISHAN SAHIBS OUTSIDE OUR GURDWARE CAN STILL STAND TODAY!

Immortal Productions Jaagi Jot - Living Light (OUT NOW)

Immortal Productions proudly presents their next addition to the revolutionary Shaheedi series: Jaagdi Jot - Shabad Guru. The TWIN SET CD features exclusive tracks from Tigerstyle, Jagowale, XS BASS, Money Spinner, Immortal Productions, Raxstar, Surinder Singh and Narinder Singh and J Flex.

The tercentenary celebration of the Guruship of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Jee will be undertaken on a massive scale across the globe in October/November 2008. Therefore, it has been decided that it would be fitting if the album was released to coincide with these celebrations.

Inspiring vocals, haunting music and spine tingling lyrics return to take us on a historic and rousing journey. A journey that eulogises Sri Guru Granth Sahib Jee in an era where there exists hundreds of fakes and pretenders, who’s sole aim is to demolish the unity of the Sikhs by severing their faith in Sri Guru Granth Sahib Jee. Traditional Punjabi Dhad, Sarangi and Kaveeshar fused with contemporary music pay a tribute to our beloved Guru.

Also in celebration of this anniversary, Immortal Productions are releasing a special dual CD format. The second CD contains a unique discourse in English on the importance of Guru Jee in our Daily lives. This format contributes to the ethos of Immortal Productions to break through language and cultural barriers and inspire all Sikhs with their glorious religious heritage.

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Sundri - The Brave Kaur (Animation Movie)

Based on a popular folk song and set in the historical period of Mir Manu that is notorious for large scale massacre of the Sikhs, Sundri is a symbolic representative of that milieu. Nawabs and courtiers were bent upon annihilating the Sikhs. The rulers were lustful and tyrannical. Hindus as a class failed to meet the challenge. At the best they could offer compensation to get back the captured girls.

The story depicts incidents and events which inculcate universal brotherhood and love for humanity. A Sikh girl treats an injured Moghul sepoy but on learning that she is a Sikh woman he attacks with his dagger. Surasti, the earlier name of Sundri, was forcibly taken away by the Moghul official and left to the destiny by her own husband and father.

Sundri depicts the story of the Sikh women during those hard times, where they remained steadfast and composed, facing ordeals and hardships but still smiling in the name of the Guru.

SCREENING AT BOW HARLEY GROVE GURDWARA SOON!



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Supreme Sacrifice By Guru Tegh Bahadur

Born in Amritsar, Guru Tegh Bahadur was the ninth of the ten Gurus who founded Sikhi.

He's honoured and remembered as the man who championed the rights for all religious freedom

Contributions:

He taught liberation from attachment, fear and dependence. Strength should be gained through truth, worship, sacrifice and knowledge.

During the reign of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, Islam was imposed on the people. Hindu temples were demolished and turned into mosques, higher taxes were charged to non-Muslims and the Emperor persecuted those who would not conform to Islamic law.

Guru Tegh Bahadur spoke out amid this persecution. He refused to convert to Islam and in 1675, he was beheaded in Delhi. The site of his execution was later turned into an important Gurdwara.

He married Bibi Gujjari and they had one son: the tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh.

He founded the city of Anandpur which later became a centre of Sikhi.

He is also remembered for his poetry, much of which is included in the Guru Granth Sahib.

(The video below is the Bani by Guru Tegh Bahadur)

Sikh Warriors

It was a documented fact that Sikh warriors were the most feared and fearless warriors on the battle field, the Mughals, the Persians & even the British documented this in their dairies, reports to their superiors and etc.

They did not get this reputation by just eating Alu Pratha, they trained their butts off! Not just physically but spiritually as well each soldier was trained to kill anything that moved in a 30 yard radius, they were so good that it is said that each man was equivalent to fifty of any other army’s of that time. Each Sikh warrior was called Fauj which literally means a battalion.

Didn't get his reputation, merely by eating Alu Paratha

They achieved this reputation by training in armed, unarmed combat & meditating countless numbers of hours. The martial art they trained in was Shastar Vidya, literally meaning Science of weapons but i interpret it as the science of making your body a weapon.

I leave you with this quotation written in the Jang Namah (battle chronicles) by Quzi Nur Mohammed in 1765, He was a staunch enemy of the Sikhs but he goes into a rosary of praise when he goes into defining qualities of Sikh Warriors.

” … If you cherish the desire of learning the art of war, face them on the battle field. When they hold their mighty sword, they gallop from Hind to Sind. Nobody however strong and wealthy dare oppose them. If their sword struck a coat of mail, the coat itself becomes the enemy’s shroud. Each and every one of them look like massive boulders of rock. In a grandeur, each one of them excels fifty men…

Spoken Words - Time 2 Act

Take a seat sit down and relax, im just gona point out afew facts
so listen up carefully cos it’s the time to act
Through out our history we've been sacrificing
We’ve been boiled alive, hacked to pieces and yet still surviving
We need to learn and educate our selves
Through this time of kaljug we gotta learn to survive
Remembering the lord all through the day and night
And learning the difference between wrong and right
Singh is known to be a king
Only when he follows Guru’s hukam
He meditates on the words of God
Frees himself from kaam krodh lobh moh hankaar
And in front of guru granth sahib ji he becomes the shining star
Mighty warriors such as Baba Deep Dingh Ji and Banda Singh Bahadur,
the Khalsa stands up for human rights inspired by Guru Tegh Bahadur,
our history is full of so many martys
we keep the legacies alive inspired by our forefathers
so here’s a small benti to all you out there
It’s nearly the end of year 2008
Let’s not hold anymore debates
Stand as the Khalsa strong and straight
Lets get our act together, before its to late...

By Anonymous Singh & Kaur

Are You Aware Of Kaur 2 Khan?

"K 2 K" - Kaur to Khan

These extremists gather, urging Muslims to seduce and convert Sikh girls.

AL-Kalifa (2005) stated,"It is easy to take the Sikh girls out on a date as they generally like a good drink and from there gradually they can be brought into Islam".

'Muslims are being paid 10,000 pounds to convert a Sikh girl to Islam'(Daily Star, Front page 26th July 2005).

Kaur 2 Khan is a common phrase used with Islamic circles referring to the conversion of Sikh girls to Islam.

You may think why Sikh girls are easily targeted? It is a common known fact around the Muslim community that Sikh girls like a good drink, and a dance after. They have a firm belief that to get with a Sikh girl is easy as Sikh youngsters have much more freedom and trust than many other immigrant communities. If a Sikh guy is converted then only he becomes converted, if a Sikh girl is taken, a whole generation is taken!

After failing victim to this deception, many youngsters believe that they cannot come back once they have taken that step out of Sikhi. They can come back, as Guru Ji is forgiving and loves his children more than anything. But we must also learn from our mistakes. It is never too late. If you know someone in that dilemma help them to come back to their Sikhi home. If they are afraid to go back to their family, get in touch with a local youth group or Sikh society who may be able to help find a safe location.

Conversions into ISLAM almost occur out of a persons IGNORANCE or MISUNDERSTANDING of their own religion. Take time to understand your own religion and educate others. The process of conversion is usually very SUBTLE and GRADUAL. It occurs progressively UNDERMINING YOUR CULTURE and RELIGION through misquoting religious texts.

Don't ever forget what your great ancestors went through at the hands of the Moghuls in India. We should never forget what these mighty LIONS have gone through to protect our religion, our culture and faith.

Please spread the msg about this group to as many fellow Sikhs as you can! This is not hate literature but one of awareness and protection of our people!

They couldn't finish us when we were made to retreat into the jungles!

They couldn't finish us when we were cut piece by piece!

And now they have begun to use other means of destroying our beloved Sikhi!

Prevention is better than cure, arm yourself with Knowledge...

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!

Happy Bandi Chor Divas

Diwali – Keeping the flame of freedom alight

Sikhs throughout the globe will celebrate Divali on 28th October. Divas/lamps will be alight; a jovial festival atmosphere will prevail. Sweets and samosas will be enjoyed; fireworks will set alight the moonlit sky. But why do we really celebrate? Apart from the annual calendar significance? What does Divali mean for us as Sikhs?

The sixth Guru, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Jee was falsely imprisoned for spurious reasons by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. After some months it was declared that Guru Jee could walk free. Like Guru Jee there were other prisoners of conscience in Gwalior Fort (the prison), specifically 52 Hindu Kings who made a heartfelt plea to Guru Jee begging him to negotiate their release also. The ocean of mercy Guru Jee listened attentively to their plea and showered his grace upon them and told them not to worry and that he would negotiate their release.

Guru Jee told the Emperor he would only leave the prison on the condition that the 52 Hindu Kings are freed also. The Emperor being a man entangled in his own ego and pride of intelligence replied that Guru Jee could walk free with as many Kings who could hold onto his clothing on the day of his release. Guru the fountain of knowledge easily got around the condition by getting a robe tailored with 52 tassels on it. On the day of His release Guru Jee walked out of Gwalior Fort with all 52 Hindu Kings holding onto one tassel each, this auspicious occasion is referred to as “Bandi Shorr Divas – the day of emancipation.” Guru Jee did not only free the 52 Hindu Kings from prison, He also showered His grace upon them and freed them from the transmigration of the soul, freeing them from the cycle of births and deaths. Each and everyone of us also begs for this freedom:

Forsaking all other doors I have come to your door. Preserve my honour by offering the support of your arm, liberate me, I am your humble servant. (Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee)

I have come to the sanctuary of the formless and emancipating Lord, who destroys all sufferings. (Sri Guru Arjan Dev Jee, Limb 624 – Sri Guru Granth Sahib Jee)

May Guru Jee bless us with spiritual and physical liberation also.

Bandhi Chor Divas was months prior to Divali. Upon release from Gwalior Fort Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Jee made a tour of Delhi and other regions, then arrangements to go to Sri Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar were made. When he reached Amritsar Sahib it was Divali and the Sikhs celebrated the release of Guru Jee with fireworks and festivities.

Relevance today

The world over there are countless prisoners of consciousness, held under false fabricated charges and/or those held for standing up for justice, freedom and righteousness. Please light a candle for these prisoners, non-Sikhs and Sikhs, don’t forget Guru Jee’s example of freeing Hindu Kings. He was benevolent, humane and had a profound love for one and all, may we develop such divine virtues. May we all endeavour to assist and support such prisoners and at the very least we can all make a heartfelt prayer that Guru Jee blesses all prisoners with Chardi Kala/High Spirits.

One cannot begin to imagine losing freedom of movement and action; we can only try to empathise with such prisoners. Regardless of the regime and its tyranny, no man-made authority can imprison the Sikh Spirit and Sikhs still happily go to the gallows for standing up for justice, freedom and righteousness. The Sikh Spirit cannot be imprisoned. Prominent Sikhs currently imprisoned include Dr. Davinderpal Singh Bhullar, Bhai Deya Singh Lahoria, Bhai Balwant Singh, Bhai Paramjeet Singh Bheora, Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara, Bhai Paramjeet Singh Dhadhi and the list goes on and on. Just imagine being the parent of a child who entered militancy or quite simply ‘disappeared’ in the 80’s and 90’s in Punjab. Many of these parents light a candle at Divali, praying and wishing that the light of hope may still bless them with a vision of a fit and well son or daughter. Or they pray in despair that may God nurture their offspring wherever they may be. So when you light a candle and eat a sweet at Divali, please spare a thought, that you are free and are not bound by the restraints of prison life. Lest we forget, let’s light a lamp to ensure the rays of freedom shine through all of humanity.

Gurdwara Bandi Chor

Jail were Guru ji was kept

What Is Seva?

Seva is a fundamental and important characteristic of the Sikh nation. Seva is when you help others and expect nothing in return. The Guru Sahibs all partook in seva and famous Sikhs have also based their life upon serving the creation of god. There is countless type’s of seva; there is no seva too big and no seva too small for a true Sikh. A Sikh of the Guru will serve humanity with humility and will even die fighting for the better of humanity. Thousands and thousands of Sikhs have died on the battlefields fighting against evil-doers and tyrants. In the past, even death has not altered Sikhs from doing seva, one example of this is Shaheed Bhai Taru Singh Ji who was told by the government that he must stop serving Sikh warrior clangs, langar (food). Bhai Taru Singh Ji said you can cut me to pieces but I cannot stop serving the needy and my warrior brothers who are fighting for a just cause against your government. He was martyred due to his unwillingness to stop his seva.

Centre your awareness on seva- and focus your consciousness on the word of the shabad. (Ang 110, Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji)

Blessed are that mortal beings, who share the Teachings with others and engages in altruistic services of doing good to others. (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Ang 311)

Worthless is the body that does not do good deeds to others. (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Ang 69)

Every one does different seva’s but as long as you are serving others and benefiting their life for the better and expect nothing back that is seva. Join a charity or simply just go clean the dishes or toilets in the Gurdwara.

How many times have you cleaned the Gurdwara toilets?
How many times have you cleaned the shoes in the Gurdwara?
Toilet and shoe seva get rid of alot of ego!