Reflections by Dr. Jagroop Singh, student of Sikh Studies without receipt of funds or conflict of interest (July 2021). The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) organized its first event to mark the anniversary of police action at the Harmandir Sahib, dating back to 4 July 1955. It is important to remember these events but one … Continue reading Invasion of Harmandir Sahib 1955
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Response to Operation Bluestar – Bhai Harjinder Singh Jinda and Bhai Sukhdev Singh Sukha
Article by Rajveer Singh Head Of Khalsa Diary, conflict and funding none A Sikh is a born sovereign. From the moment a Sikh is born they are given the blessing that they will be part of a kingdom, established by Guru Nanak Sahib that they as part of the Khalsa Panth will lead and vanquish … Continue reading Response to Operation Bluestar – Bhai Harjinder Singh Jinda and Bhai Sukhdev Singh Sukha
To the respected Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib…
This letter was published in Panjab Times on Thursday 23rd September 2021 and has been emailed to Sikh Council UK and Supreme Sikh Council. Conflict and funding none. ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕਾ ਖਾਲਸਾ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫਤਿਹ My name is Rajveer Singh, and I am a Sikh student currently studying at university. However, I also spend … Continue reading To the respected Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib…
Sirdar Kapur Singh Seminar – Guru Nanak’s thought and life
Speech By Rajveer Singh, Head Of Khalsa Diary At Sirdar Kapur Singh Seminar on 15th August 2021 ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕਾ ਖਾਲਸਾ, ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫਤਿਹ ਜੀ So whereas last year I discussed the more political aspect of Sirdar Kapur Singhs philosophy, with his most famous speech the betrayal of the Sikhs, today I decided to … Continue reading Sirdar Kapur Singh Seminar – Guru Nanak’s thought and life
Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha
Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha was born on the 30th August 1861 to Bhai Narain Singh the head of Gurdwara Dera Baba Ajapal Singh, and Mata Har Kaur.The eldest of three brothers and one sister, bhai kahn singh nabha did not attend any formal schools. Instead his father arranged for his studies in Hindi, Brij Bhasha … Continue reading Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha
Gurmat and rakhri: is there any reason for Sikhs to celebrate it?
Rakhri is a hindu tradition celebrated throughout the world by many different people. It's unfortunate to see however that many Sikhs also indulge in this festival. However is there any significance to this whatsoever. First off, what is the history behind rakhri? Well initially there are many stories within hindu mythology aas to where rakhri … Continue reading Gurmat and rakhri: is there any reason for Sikhs to celebrate it?
A Critique Of Western Academics
Dr ,Jagroop Singh reviews articles by Gurdarshan Singh Dhillon’s and Mohinder Singh Khaira in Panjab Times on 2 July 2020 on 9 July 2020 respectively Two articles have appeared in the Punjab Times in quick succession, which are critical of western academics in Sikh Studies. Criticism was specifically aimed at Prabhsharandeep Singh & Arvindpal Mandair … Continue reading A Critique Of Western Academics
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The Saga Of Bhai Dalla
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary; funding and conflict none Bhai Dalla and the Gun of Guru Gobind Singh Ji After the battle of Chamkaur and Mukhtsar, Guru Gobind Singh Ji came to Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, where he finally opened his Kamar Kasa (battle belt) and decided to rest. It was here … Continue reading The Saga Of Bhai Dalla
Hindutva’s continuing obsession with Sikhism
An exploratory analysis by Dr. Jagroop Singh: student of Sikh Studies without any funding or conflict of interest. 6 June 2021 Harsimrat Kaur Badal recently made a speech in the Lok Sabha (Indian Parliament) claiming, “It was our Guru Teg Bahadur who got beheaded to save your Tilak and Jenue”. Generally speaking, politicians are a … Continue reading Hindutva’s continuing obsession with Sikhism
Modernisation of the Khalsa; is it possible to be part of the Khalsa without Kes?
Article by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary, funding and conflict none Social media seems to be like a virus. At times it is the most helpful tool for finding a story or supporting a cause. But more often than not it’s a tool for degradation, humiliation and hatred. Forums also seem to hold a … Continue reading Modernisation of the Khalsa; is it possible to be part of the Khalsa without Kes?
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