UNIVERSALITY OF SIKHISM

• Panj Pyaras from across India, Bani of non-Sikh saints in SGGS, Foundation of Golden Temple by a Muslim Mian Mir
• Concept of Red Cross - Baba Kanhya
• Gurus especially Nanak travelled extensively within India and Abroad
• Sikh Diaspora - a global presence
• Interest in Sikh Studies - Europe, N. America & SEA
• 'Sarbat da Bhala'

IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

• Live as a family man
• Control of five emotions - Kaam, Karodh, Lobh, Moh, Ahankar
• Developing five virtues - Sat, Santokh, Daya, Nimrata, Pyaar
• Day to day living - Kirit Karni, Wand ke Chhakna, Simran Karna - Naam Japna

GURDWARA

• A unique institution
• Place for prayers and religious functions
• Keertan, an important part of religious service
• Langar - community meals
• Place to stay
• Meeting place for community
• Social functions such as marriages
• All welcome