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Rare Antique Brass Sikh Guru Nanak Sat Kartar Nanakshahi Good Luck Gift Token T1

Rare Antique Brass Sikh Guru Nanak Sat Kartar Nanakshahi Good Luck Gift Token T1

Bala Mardana Baba Nanak

Token Coin as shown in the photos.

Type: Hindu Token

Period: Not Known - used item

Country/Region of Manufacture: India

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“At the Delhi Queer Pride 2017, I amplified the message around my intersectional identity when along with the rainbow turban, I carried a poster by the group Sarbat that read 'Some Sikhs are gay. Get over it!'” - Sukhdeep Singh (credit photo: Kartik Sharma (QGraphy).

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“It is okay — and in fact good and necessary — for members of a religion to engage with their religion in a esoteric and transgressive ways that are still healthy” and “Nonmembers of a religion should not use that religion and make jokes about that religion in ways that are disrespectful and churlish to the religion, its adherents, and its beliefs” are two statements that can and should be simultaneously believed.

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Thoughts about being South Asian in the West

Something that I've just noticed a lot is the lack of South Asian representation in Wester media. Yes, we have Bollywood, which is cool and all, but I want to be able to see an adult Indian person on the screen go through some of the struggles that I do as a Desi American. That would just be nice. There is genuinely very little in terms of representation in western media for me. If they are South Asian, they're most likely not Sikh. I know there are a bunch of Sikh actors out there. There are people like me, that have my experiences who are talented and would love to be the main character of some show or movie. I want that. It would just be nice. If people are going to come for me and say "oh there aren't that many Sikhs out there", I want you to understand that Sikhi is the fifth largest religion. We are one of the major religions!!! There are so many of us in the US and in the west. We should be able to get our rep too.

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Hey yall! I found this today and I think its worth a read, even if you arent an anarchist it'll prolly align with most of your views and mentions LGBTQ+ Sikhs, feminism in Sikhi, anti- racism, anti-caste, authoritarianism and provides a lot of good sources linking Sikhi to all of those things

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biting the bullet and reaching out for advice and/or commentary from trans and nonbinary sikhs. other queer sikhs are welcome to respond but would like to focus more from those who have experienced gender dysphoria and/or euphoria. ordeal is under the read more. i am not accepting any kind of hate on this post.

i feel very nervous about writing this but i am also tired of struggling to answer my questions by myself. so, here it goes - hi, i am a young transmasc nonbinary person who was raised as a sikh. i say raised as because while i do appreciate the values of sikhi, i am not religious. i never have been. i feel it is important to also mention that i am mixed (the other half is white european). my relationship with being culturally sikh has always been rocky, but it got more intense as i started to accommodate my needs of alleviating intense gender dysphoria. i’m pretty fair-skinned and generally pass as white. my hair is cut short because wearing it long triggered suicidal feelings from said dysphoria. to put it simply, i do not “look like a singh” anymore, and i have a sickening amount of guilt about it. there is so much pressure to hold strong to sikhi, especially with the history of oppression and scarce representation, that i feel like i’m doing something wrong when i cannot fully grasp the spirit of it. my existence feels wrong. i do not know if it is okay for me to even call myself a sikh anymore. i don’t feel at home with myself or my circumstances. i don’t even know if it’s okay for me to try and continue wearing a kara as someone with shorn hair. everything feels so wrong. i cannot talk to my punjabi parent about any of this. he’s very close-minded and i don’t know how he feels about queer folks. he’s already abrasive when i try asking simple questions about punjabi culture or religion. my chosen name is so different from my legal name, even the thought of trying to get my family to abide by it someday makes me cringe. strangers think it’s cool but i know they’re just going to laugh about it. i feel like i am abandoning everything i should be, just by trying to be more comfortable in my own skin. i don’t know where sikhi fits within my transition goals, and it feels like a heavy burden.

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Maharaja Ranjit Singh 's Darbar

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"Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is a time to reflect on the wisdom and guidance of the guru May his teachings bring you strength and inspiration as you navigate life’s challenges"

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Sarbloh Kara Pure Iron Sikh Singh kaur Round kada khalsa 5ks kakar bangle H15A

New Sarbloh Pure Iron Sikh Singh Kaur Round Kada Khalsa 5Ks Kakar Kara Bangle

Design: H15A

Weight of this Kara is approximate 325-470g.

Width & Thickness is approx. 16 mm

SARBLOH Pure Iron KARA (Variations are measured by inner diameter of Kara)

These kara are from the Holy and Sacred Land of Shiri Amritsar Ji (The City of Golden Temple/Darbar Sahib Ji).

There may be little bit rust present which is seen commonly in all SARBLOH KARAS due to purity of the metal/Pure iron/Steel. Please read below more Information about Sikh Kara: A kara (Punjabi: ਕੜਾ (Gurmukhi),کڑا (Shahmukhi) कड़ा (Devanagari)), is a steel or iron (sarb loh)bracelet, worn by all initiated Sikhs. It is one of the five kakars or 5Ks — external articles of faith — that identify a Sikh as dedicated to their religious order. The kara was instituted by the tenthSikh Guru Gobind Singh at the Baisakhi Amrit Sanskar in 1699. Guru Gobind Singh Ji explained:He does not recognise anyone else except me, 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.The kara is to constantly remind the Sikh disciple to do God's work, a constant reminder of the Sikh's mission on this earth and that he or she must carry out righteous and true deeds and actions, keeping with the advice given by the Guru. The Kara is a symbol of unbreakable attachment and commitment to God. It is in the shape of a circle which has no beginning and no end, like the eternal nature of God. It is also a symbol of the Sikh brotherhood. As the Sikhs' holy text theGuru Granth Sahib says "In the tenth month, you were made into a human being, O my merchant friend, and you were given your allotted time to perform good deeds." Similarly, BhagatKabir reminds the Sikh to always keep one's consciousness withGod: "With your hands and feet, do all your work, but let your consciousness remain with the Immaculate Lord."The basic kara is a simple unadorned steel bracelet, but other forms exist. It was historically used like a knuckle-duster for hand-to-hand combat. Battlefield variations include kara with spikes or sharp edges. Sikh soldiers of the British Indian army would settle disputes by competing in a form of boxing known asloh-musti (lit. iron fist) with a kara on one hand.

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October 27, 2023, Amritsar, India: A volunteer removes rose petals from the holy sarovar (lake) after a helicopter showered rose petals over the Golden Temple Photograph: Narinder Nanu/AFP/Getty Images

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Why Sikhs Do Not Celebrate Christmas: Understanding the Religious and Cultural Perspective

Sikhism and the Teachings of the Gurus

Sikhism is one of the world’s youngest and most vibrant religions, founded in the late 15th century by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in the region of Punjab, India. The primary teachings of Sikhism focus on oneness of God, equality of all people, and selfless service to humanity. Central to the Sikh way of life is devotion to Waheguru (God), who is believed to be timeless, formless, and beyond the comprehension of human understanding.

Unlike Christianity, which centers on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, Sikhism does not have a tradition of celebrating the birthdays of any of the Sikh Gurus or other religious figures. Instead, Sikhs focus on the teachings and the wisdom of the Gurus, which are encapsulated in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism. For Sikhs, devotion is about meditating on God’s name (Naam Japna), practicing seva (selfless service), and living a life of humility, kindness, and justice.

Sikhism’s Focus on Universal Values

Sikhism teaches that all people, regardless of their faith, are equal in the eyes of God. The focus is on the spiritual journey of self-realization and serving humanity, rather than celebrating specific religious events or rituals. Sikhs are encouraged to live a life centered around the principles of Naam Simran (remembrance of God), Kirat Karni (earning an honest living), and Vand Chakna (sharing with others). These core values guide their everyday lives and make religious holidays like Christmas less significant in their religious practice.

The Absence of Christmas in Sikh Traditions

Sikhism does not celebrate Christmas because the birth of Jesus Christ is not a part of Sikh religious teachings or scriptures. The Gurudwaras (Sikh places of worship) do not mark Christmas with the same observance that Christian churches do. Instead, Sikhs commemorate significant events related to their own religious history, such as the birthdays of the Ten Gurus and the Gurpurabs (anniversaries of the Gurus), especially the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Since Sikhism does not recognize Jesus as the Son of God or as a divine figure in the same way that Christianity does, Christmas does not hold religious significance for Sikhs. Sikhs believe in the oneness of God and consider all religious leaders as human guides who showed the path to righteousness, but the practice of celebrating the birth of any religious figure is not a part of Sikh tradition.

The Role of Sikhs in Multicultural Celebrations

While Sikhs do not celebrate Christmas as a religious holiday, many Sikhs living in multicultural societies like the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, and other countries may participate in Christmas celebrations out of respect for their Christian friends, family, and communities. Sikhs, known for their spirit of service and community, may join in festive meals or give gifts, but this participation is more about social inclusion than religious observance.

Key Reasons Why Sikhs Do Not Celebrate Christmas

Religious Significance: Christmas is a Christian celebration that marks the birth of Jesus Christ, a figure who, while respected in Sikhism, does not hold the central religious importance that he does in Christianity. Sikhs believe in the oneness of God, and their focus is on the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib rather than specific religious figures or holidays.

Absence of Birthdays in Sikh Tradition: Sikhism does not emphasize the celebration of birthdays, including those of the Sikh Gurus. Although Sikhs commemorate significant events in the lives of their Gurus (such as Gurpurabs), the practice of celebrating the birth of a religious figure is not in line with Sikh traditions.

Focus on Simplicity and Spirituality: Sikhism promotes a lifestyle focused on simplicity, humility, and devotion to God. The emphasis is on leading a life of service and living according to the teachings of the Gurus, rather than participating in festive celebrations that may be viewed as distracting from one’s spiritual journey.

Universalism in Sikhism: Sikhs believe in the equality of all people, regardless of their religion. While Sikhs may acknowledge and respect the significance of Christmas for Christians, they do not celebrate it because they adhere to their own religious practices and spiritual calendar.

No Religious Requirement: Sikhism does not mandate the observance of Christian religious holidays. Sikhs are encouraged to observe the spiritual teachings of the Gurudwara and live according to the values of honesty, compassion, and justice at all times.

Conclusion: Embracing Diversity While Staying True to Sikh Principles

While Sikhs do not celebrate Christmas as a religious holiday, the values of love, giving, and compassion that are central to Christmas resonate deeply with Sikh teachings. Sikhs believe in fostering unity and harmony among all people, regardless of their religious backgrounds. This spirit of inclusivity is reflected in how Sikhs participate in various social and cultural activities, including the joy and celebrations surrounding Christmas, without necessarily adopting it as part of their religious tradition.

Understanding why Sikhs do not celebrate Christmas helps promote better cultural awareness and respect for the diversity of religious beliefs. Sikhs, like people of all faiths, celebrate the values that unite humanity—love, peace, and service to others—every day, not just on special occasions.

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Guru Nanak Jayanti

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