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 Sikh - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch
A Sikh is a follower of Sikhism, a religious faith originating in the Punjab.
So a Sikh is a disciple of the Ten Gurus and a follower of the teachings in the Sikhism's holy scriptures who they regard as a living guru,Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji
Sikhs and Sikhism: Comprising Guru Nanak and the Sikh Religion, Early Sikh Tradition, the Evolution of the Sikh Community, and Who Is a Sikh
http://encyclopedia.worldsearch.com/sikh.htm

  
 The On Line Sikhism Quick Reference Encyclopedia
A Sikh is a follower of the Sikh religion.
Literally, "the house of God"; the central Sikh shrine in Amritsar.
On his death he declared that the Guru Granth Sahib was to be the Guru of the Sikhs.
http://panthkhalsa.tripod.com/Glossary.htm

  
 SIKHISM
WWW Resources on Gurmat (Sikhi, the Sikh Religion) is at http://photon.bu.edu/
WWW Resources on Gurmat (Sikhi, the Sikh Religion) is at http://photon.bu.edu/~rajwi/sikhism/
Some Sikhs believe that their religion is a re-purification of Hinduism; they view Sikhism as part of the Hindu religious tradition.
http://www.religioustolerance.org/sikhism.htm

  
 The Sikh Coalition
Guru Granth is the Sikh scripture, as the spiritual manifestation of the Guru, while the Guru Panth is the collectivity of all initiated Sikhs worldwide, as the physical manifestation of the Guru.
Sikhs wear an external uniform to unify and bind them to the beliefs of the religion and to remind them of their commitment to the Gurus at all times.
The word "Guru" in Sikh parlance means an enlightener and a prophet.
http://www.sikhcoalition.org/SikhismGlance.asp

  
 The Sikh Encyclopedia
The Encyclopaedia of Sikh religion and culture by Ramesh Chander Dogra
Comprehensive but concise, titanic but torse, exhaustive but elegant,this Encyclopedia covers different aspects of sikh lifeand letters, history and philosophy, customs and rituals, social and religious movements, art and architecture, locates and shrines.
It includes a total of about 3000 entries on different subject titles relating to Sikh life and letters, history and philosophy, customs and rituals, social and religious movements, art and architecture, locales and shrines.
http://thesikhencyclopedia.com

  
 Welcome to "Gateway to Sikhism "
While the Sikhs hold their Gurus in high reverence, they are not to be worshipped; Sikhs may only worship God....
Sikhs have their own holy scripture, Guru Granth Sahib.
Written, composed, and compiled by the Sikh Gurus themselves, the Guru Granth Sahib serves as the ultimate source of spiritual guidance for Sikhs.
http://www.allaboutsikhs.com/home.php?month=6&year=2005

  
 RealSikhism.com : Real Information about Sikh Religion : Real Sikhism
Sikhs had ten Gurus in succession and the tenth Guru compiled all the teachings in a holy scripture called Guru Granth Sahib.
With the will of God, Guru Nanak Dev founded a religion, known as Sikhism.
A religion created by God through the Ten Sikh Gurus
http://www.realsikhism.com

  
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Situated in north Kent (England), Gravesend has a population of roughtly one hundred and ten thousand people, of these about one tenth are of the Sikh faith.
Prior to 1955 weekly congregations were held at the house of Charan Singh (site now occupied by a shopping centre), after this time the size of the congregations great to the extent that a house was purchased for worshipping.
The building that is now the Sri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara (left) was purchased in 1968 and immediately became the focal point of the sikh community.
http://www.novapeer.co.uk/gravesend

  
 www.sikhspirit.com
sikh, sikhism, punjab, gurdwara, religion, faith, Guru, Nanak, Gobind, shabad, gurbani, granth
www.sikhspirit.com: Sikh Spirit is a monthly newsletter of the sikh community, every month we bring you translations with explanations of Gurbani,(sections of the Sikh Scriptures - Guru Granth Sahib); current articles; poems and other items of interest.
http://www.sikhspirit.com

  
 BBC - Religion & Ethics - Sikh News
It was known that preference for a son is strong in the Sikh and Hindu communities.
An intrepid group of U.S-based Sikhs have defied odds and a chaotic situation in New Orleans to save the Sikh holy scriptures from a submerged gurdwara in the flooded city.
Guru Granth Sahib, compiled by the fifth Sikh Guru Arjan Dev, is the most secular and inter-faith scripture, Tamil Nadu Governor Surjit Singh Barnala said here today.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/news/newssikh.shtml

  
 The Sikh Kirpaan
Sikhs are the guardians of truth and honour who live a character of high morals, and are a living image of the Nanak Guru Gobind Singh.
The Sikhs have lived this message and they have earned the respect of all those who have seen their way of life and principles.
Sikhs are healers, who live a message of peace, love and understanding.
http://www.panthic.org/news/129/ARTICLE/1306/2005-05-08.html?sid=dd66056e9bf...

  
 Sikh Dharma
Scripture : Adi Granth (Guru Granth Sahib), Sikhs follow path of japa (recitation) of hymn, devotional prayers (kirtana) singing the names of God (e.g., Nam Simran)
Sikhism began about 500 years ago by Guru Nanak, word Sikh is derived from the word Sisya (disciple)
Guru Gobind Singh (last living Guru) organized Sikh tradition of Khalsa (pure one).
http://www.hindunet.org/sikh_info

  
 SIKHWORLD.CO.UK
The Golden Temple is a living symbol of the spiritual and historical traditions of the Sikhs.
The living Guru of the Sikhs is held in great reverence by Sikhs and treated with the utmost respect.
It is considered the Supreme Spiritual Authority and Head of the Sikh religion, rather than any living person.
http://www.sikhworld.co.uk/page1.html

  
 Sikh Names (SikhNames.com) Sikh Names, Meanings & Pronunciation
In 1699, Sikh Women were given the last name 'Kaur' and and Men 'Singh' by Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru.
In Indian society, an individual's name reveals his or her caste, and Sikhs were freed from the caste system by having all men incorporate Singh in their names and all women, Kaur.
Note: ome families and individuals choose to use a "family" or a "sur" name that is different from the aforementioned and it that case, they adopt Kaur or Singh as middle names.
http://www.sikhnames.com

  
 Sikh Photos & Sikhism Picture Art Gallery
Sikh families, ceremonies, activities, people of the Sikhism religion.
His recent paintings have been inspired by the Sacred Hymns of Sikh Gurus, spiritual writings of Sufi Saints, and the Punjabi folklore.
Pictures of Sikhs in all aspects of life.
http://www.sikhphotos.com

  
 Sikh History Questions
In the Sikh tradition, Bhattas are poets with the personal experience and vision of the spirituality of the Gurus whom they celebrate in their verse.
They were those forty Sikhs belonging to the village of Majha, who first denied Guru Gobind Singh Ji to be their Guru and later on got martyred for his sake fighting near the lake of Khidrana, also called Isharsar, on 29 December, 1705 after realising their mistake.
He was one of the most scholarly Sikhs of his time and had helped the tenth Guru, along with Bhai Mani Singh, in preparing the final version of the Adi Granth.
http://www.cyber-link.net/history.htm

  
 Sikhism
Sikh religion is nothing else but the Glowing Purest of the Pure Lives lived by our Great Gurus in this Darkest of the Dark Age of Kalyug." Maintained by Parminder Singh.
The Divinity which flowed like Nectar from their Holy Lips is our Most Luminous and Eternal Sikh Scripture called Sri Guru Granth Sahib.
Sikhism is open to all through the teachings of its 10 Gurus enshrined in the Sikh Holy Book and Living Guru, Sri Guru Granth Sahib." This site provides a large amount of information on Sikhism, organized under these headings: Introduction; Origin and Development; Philosophy and Scriptures; Way of Life; Resources.
http://www.wabashcenter.wabash.edu/Internet/sikhism.htm

  
 Sikhism Homepage - Research Sikh History - Learn about Sikhism at Sikh Philosophy Network
from Guru Nanak, the Founder of Sikh Panth to Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the eternal Sikhi Guru.
Sikhism - Sikh Religion - A Critical Study
It's a general perception that Sikh Youth of today is a confused lot.
http://www.sikhphilosophy.com/linkpartners.html

  
 Punjabi And English Monthly Magazine - Home
Being a Sikh woman by birth and part of Panjabi society, I have seen women being glorified as goddesses as well as downgraded.
Over the years this observation has developed into a search for an explanation, and recently I have turned to the Sikh Scriptures (Sri Guru Granth Sahib) for an answer.
It clearly states that, "At the place where ambrosial baptism is to be administered, the holy Guru Granth Sahib should be installed and ceremonially opened.
http://www.sikhvirsa.com

  
 Religions in UK/Britain/England; churches & places of worship
People in the UK are free to choose and follow their own religious beliefs.
Christianity is the main religion amongst British people, but there are also large communities of Muslims, Sikhs, Hindus and Jews, and smaller communities of Baha'is, Buddhists, Jains and Zoroastrians.
The Lives and Teachings of the Sikh Gurus
http://www.ukstudentlife.com/Personal/Religion.htm

  
 UNITED SIKHS
UNITED SIKHS deeply regrets the French and German laws that ban the wearing of articles of Faith, Religion and Ethnic identity in public schools and regulate their wearing at the workplace.
The object of the rescue: Guru Granth Sahib, their sacred book, left in their place of worship in New Orleans East.
Sikhs Brave New Orleans Floods to Rescue Holy Book
http://www.unitedsikhs.org

  
 AKJ.org - Introduction
This style of Keertan is relatively simple, and the entire congregation devotionally participates in singing along.
He wrote many articles on Gurbaanee and the Sikh Lifestyle which we hope will inspire you as they have many of us.
The Akhand Keertanee Jathaa is dedicated to the Sikh lifestyle.
http://www.akj.org

  
 Confessional Agencies
Official website of current Sikh leader Sri Guru Granth Sahib meticulously designed to inspire devotion offers video and audio introduction to Sikh gurus and practice, key quotations and a Sikh rosary of divine wisdom.
Roman Catholic trained philosopher and theologian Urbano A. Galan answers criticism of Scientology and argues that Scientology is a legitimate religion (posted by Church of Scientology International).
Sikh youth organization features information on Sikh gurus, women, teaching and incidents of persecution (UK).
http://virtualreligion.net/vri/groups.html

  
 SIKH LINKS
Sikh Students Association:U of T An open place to know, talk and discuss about Sikh religion and culture
The purpose is to make an indepth attempt tounderstand and unlock the underlying truth in the divine words of gurbani.As we know, human body, mind, and intellect are limited being in the frameworkof time and space......
Daljit Singh Nagra Waheguru ji ka khalsa, Waheguru ji ki fateh This site is dedicated to Sikh Freedom Figthing Organizations.
http://singhsabha.com/sikh_links.htm

  
 Main Page
Previous Featured article 3: Message of Guru Granth Sahib On September 1, the Sikhs celebrated 401 years of the first installation of their holy scriptures called the Sri Guru Granth Sahib.
Keshgarh Fort This is the name given to one of the five forts in Anandpur Sahib built by Guru Gobind Singh.
Even in the time of Guru Nanak, the disciples assembled together to the shabads, i.e.
http://www.sikhiwiki.org/index.php?title=Main_Page

  
  ::: Gurmat Studies Foundation - Providing Resources for the Sikh Youth ::: www.gurmatstudies.com
The Gurmat Studies Foundation, Guru Nanak Academy, and Shaheed Baba Deep Singh Gatka Akhara, are built on the inspiration of Naam, the legacy of the Guru's Sikhs, and the divine guidance of the Guru's teachings.
By the sweet will of God, these three humble and dedicated Gursikhs were chosen by Guru jee to be taken back to their permanent home in the shelter of the Guru's lotus feet on May 7 and May 8, 2004 due to a single-vehicle accident en-route to Edmonton, Alberta from Surrey, BC.
With the Guru's blessings, these three organizations will work hard to make sure the parchar and seva that these gursikhs started continues to thrive.
http://www.gurmatstudies.com

  
 Links
Death from the Point of View of the Sikh Religion
All Sikhs are welcome to join and discuss Sikhism and Sikh culture with fellow Sikhs around the world.
Naam Net -- The Guru did apaar kirpaa and created Naam Net for thirsty souls who want cyber Naamee sangat.
http://www.interlog.com/~sikhs/ossa/links.htm

  
 British Organisation of Sikh Students
The Damdami Taksal is the travelling Sikh university, which was founded by our Father Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee to impart knowledge of Gurmat onto Sikhs
The Sole mission of Sikhpride.com is to show the pictures related to Sikh history, culture and religion
This site is dedicated to the Khalsa Panth, and to the men and women who have laid down their lives to uphold the principles of freedom, justice, and righteousness
http://www.khalsarevolution.com/bossuk/links

  
 Thousands of NAMES OF INDIA, INCLUDING HINDU, SANSKRIT for your dog, horse, cat, pet or child - from Chinaroad Lowchens ...
Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and Jain names with their Sanskrit meanings.
List of wonderful Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Christian and Jain names with their Sanskit meanings
Lots of our own on-site names to choose from!
http://www.lowchensaustralia.com/names/india.htm

  
 sikhs in england
Sikhs in England would welcome the opportunity to commence the Millennium celebrations by inviting the rest of the community in sharing with them the vibrancy of the relatively short Sikh history and its contribution to British society and customs, and the wide tapestry of cultures present in the UK today.
The year 13th April 1999 to 12th April 2000 is the 300th since the birth of Sikhism and this will be celebrated by the 20 million or so Sikhs world-wide of whom approximately 420,000 reside in England.
http://www.sikhs.org.uk

  
 The Sikh Tradition - Stories of faithful tradition - A coloring book for children
The Sikh Religion, Oxford University Press, New Delhi, India, 1963.
The Sikh Tradition - Stories of faithful tradition - A coloring book for children
STORY 9 - You are the Holiest in the Land
http://www.sikhnet.com/s/SikhStories

  
 Sikhism Homepage - Research Sikh History - Learn about Sikhism at Sikh Philosophy Network
Dear Members & Guests: Sikh Philosophy Network is the biggest and unique online community of scholars and intellectuals coming together from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, to explore their understanding of the fascinating philosophy of Sikh Masters.
Posted in thread "Quran - To All Sikh Students" - I welcome and would really like to know where you can destroy any of gurmat interpretation or my w - "Wow japjishahib, even as a minor as myelf i could destroy each and every one of your comparisons regarding islam.
In the next five years, the government would be constructing about 40 lakh houses of which seven per cent were reserved for minorities, he said.
http://www.sikhphilosophy.net

  
 BOSS - British Organisation of Sikh Students
Young Sikhs of Leicester Sikhi Nights help to enlighten the spirituality each and every one of us have inside and also to ask ANY questions which you want answering about ANY aspect of the Sikhi Way of Life..
Remember, if we take one step towards God; God will take thousands of steps towards us..!
Ever had that feeling, where you just want to put all the pain and stress on a side and ask Waheguru to give you strength?
http://www.boss-uk.org

  
 csjs ...
Established in 1875 AD., B. Chattar Singh Jiwan Singh is one of the oldest firms publishing books on Sikh religion.
We have made special arrangements to supply the books throughout India and all over the world.
http://www.csjs.com

  
 SikhPride.com
For six days and seven nights, these men drove off all attacks upon the fort and covered themselves and their regiment with glory.
Despite the early arrival of the Maharajah, the first Sikh Gurdwara (temple) was not established until 1911, at Putney in London.
Neither my son nor I would be here but for the sacrifice of the Sikhs." During World War 2, we were fighting in North Africa when the Germans were raining bullets on us.
http://www.sikhpride.com

  
 Anfy preview
The lives and times of the Sikh Gurus was an era that has influenced the society, not only in the field of religion but historically it has left an indelible mark on the map of South Asia and the human race as a whole.
This web site contains practically everything connected with Sikhism - their heritage, history, art and its fascinating diversities.
The site is divided into 14 titles, which capture a variety of subjects pertaining to the rich SIKH HERITAGE.
http://www.sikh-heritage.co.uk

  
 Sikhism: Reflections On Gurbani
This website is dedicated to attaining deeper Understanding and Realization of the Gurbani (Sri Guru Granth Sahib, SGGS, the eternal Guru of the Sikhs).
Various themes mentioned in the Gurbani are being reflected upon through the Gurbani As It Is (please see the
http://www.gurbani.org

  
 SikhSpectrum.com Quarterly
Nevertheless, a significant number of Sikh scholars have cast serious doubts on McLeod’s scholarship, particularly on the questions he has raised and the radical conclusions he has drawn, which alter the established Sikh traditions.
Because one’s view of God determines and shapes one’s view of man, sin and salvation; we must in our apologetical strategy aim to dismantle their view of God as defined in the Mool Mantar.
We must bring to the Sikh, with all clarity, sincerity and love, the Biblical God.
http://www.sikhspectrum.com

  
 The Sikh Coalition
Scholars of World's Faiths Gather from across North America - Canada NewsWire (press release)
2010 Religious Affiliation Survey will Include Sikh Population - Worldwide Faith News
The Sikh workers charge that a post-9/11 policy requiring them to brand their turbans with an MTA logo amounts to religious discrimination.
http://www.sikhcoalition.org

  
 ProudToBeSikh.com: Guru sikh Shabad Kirtan Network
Dear Sikh Community Worldwide, here you can listen to sikh Gurbani radios 24 hours or shabad kirtan by various ragies or just learn how to Read Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji or simply heal your soul with Guru's word.
Please click on any of the link below.
http://www.proudtobesikh.com

  
 Welcome to Sikhcenter.org
Through the use of digital communication, via the internet, Sikhcenter.org is designed to enrich the lives of practicing Sikh's around the world, by providing accurate, reliable, and complete religious, social and cultural teachings and understanding of Sikhism."
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission of
© 1998 - 1999 Sikh Center of Orange County
http://www.sikhcenter.org

  
 Web Resources
Sikh Religion - a book by the Sikh Missionary Center.
Sikh Students Association of San Jose State University
The Sikh Dharma Page by Gurmat Prakash Publications
http://www.chardikalaa.com/sikhlinks.html

  
 Chardi Kalaa Sikh Community Center Home Page
What do you think is the coolest thing about being a Sikh
Please E-mail comments and suggestions to Inder M.
http://www.chardikalaa.com

  
 Likhari:the sikh encyclopedia cd,dr dilgeer
About 3000 biographies of Guru Sahib, their families, the Sikh martyrs, the Sikh leaders, persons assocaited with Sikhism.
Two complete books: (A) History of Akal Takht Sahib after Guru Hargobind Sahib, and (2) History of the Sikh Students’ federation.
Explanation of about 500 concepts of Sikh culture, theology, philosophy, literature, polity with quotations from Guru Granth sahib.
http://www.likhari.org/dilgircd.htm

  
 BBC NEWS England West Midlands Protest play could find new venue
Behzti, which translates as "dishonour", was written by Gurpreet Kaur Bhatt, and was said to have been inoffensive to many younger Sikhs.
But she said the Home Office would look at the policing implications following the demonstration.
Birmingham Repertory Theatre dropped Behzti, which depicts murder and sex abuse in a temple, on safety grounds after protesters clashed with police.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/west_midlands/4112985.stm

  
 Sikh Women: Mind, Body, Spirit Empowered. Sikh Men and Sikh Women.
Equality: Sikh women in Society (religion, academics, gender identity)
Death and Dying: Judgment and Life after Death, Karma and reincarnation
Small Families and Less Women, Cut India's Sikh Population [
http://www.sikhwomen.com

  
 Sikh Videos - Melodious Gurbani Kirtan
It is a grand Video on the relationship between Guru and Sikh.
Part 1 and Part 2 have now been uploaded at high quality for a great viewing experience.
• 300th Centenary of Martyrdom of Sahibzadas: Two volumes released on this Historic occasion of Sikh History.
http://www.sikhvideos.org

  
 Sikh history
ead about the biographies of all Sikh Gurus.
Heros of Sikhism, who upheld the teachings of Sikh Gurus and resisted the attempt by Mughals to eradicate Sikhism.
ead about the biographies of all Other Sikh personalities.
http://www.sikh-history.com/nofrmmain.html

  
 INTERFAITH: Buddhism, Tibertan Buddhism, Bahai, Jain, Hindu, Sikh, Zoroaster, Classical Philosophy, Taoism
INTERFAITH: Buddhism, Tibertan Buddhism, Bahai, Jain, Hindu, Sikh, Zoroaster, Classical Philosophy, Taoism
Unauthorized reproduction of this page will be REPORTED TO YOUR RABBI!
http://www.uscj.org/metny/middletown/interfaith.htm

  
 SikhLionz.com: Links
SIKH NARI MANCH- must see website for all Sikh women
SIKHS FOR TECHNOLOGY-non-profit organization providing scientific & technical education and employment services in India.
RAAJ RADIO -the ultimate Sewa; 24/7 sikhi parchaar
http://www.sikhlionz.com/links.htm

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