Friday 17 July 2009
Akal Takht Sahib Officially Bans Same-Sex Marriages for Sikhs
AMRITSAR SAHIB (KP)—Following a request by SGPC President Avtar Makkar to comment on the recent legalization of gay marriages in India, Giani Gurbachan Singh, after holding a meeting at Akal Takht Sahib, announced such marriages to be in contradiction to Gurmat. As reported by the Panthic Weekly in last week’s edition, gay marriages were legalized by Delhi’s High Court but Sikh leadership raised concerns over the passing of such laws.While passing a sandesh to the Sikh Community living in Punjab and worldwide, Giani Gurbachan Singh stated that no Gurdwara should allow persons of the same sex to get married as per the ceremony of Anand Karaj. Any Gurdwara partaking in such wrong-doing would have to face serious consequences.
In the meeting that was held this past Wednesday, Giani Gurbachan Singh acknowledged that gay marriages were not in accordance to the teachings of Guru Granth Sahib. The Sikh religion promotes gristhi jeevan between a man and woman, with the sole emphasis having been laid on meditation and selfless service. In a Sikh lifestyle, lust and attachment have no place.
Giani Gurbachan Singh also appealed to Sikh families worldwide to not tolerate such things in their families and households. Such problems should be dealt with proper care, said Giani Gurbachan Singh while announcing the sandesh to the press.
Kirpa of Gurbani
A Sikh of Guru Jee never see's difficult times
Listen to a continuous Jaap off aoukhee gharree n dhaekhan dhaeee apanaa biradh samaalae || if your having a bad day-
http://www.rajkaregakhalsa.net/audio/Prayers/Giani%20Mahinder%20Singh%20-%20aukhi_ghari_na_dekhan_dehi.zip
Translations (read along)-
| DnwsrI mhlw 5 ] |
| dhhanaasaree mehalaa 5 || |
| Dhanaasaree, Fifth Mehla: |
| AauKI GVI n dyKx dyeI Apnw ibrdu smwly ] |
| aoukhee gharree n dhaekhan dhaeee apanaa biradh samaalae || |
| He does not let His devotees see the difficult times; this is His innate nature. |
| hwQ dyie rwKY Apny kau swis swis pRiqpwly ]1] |
| haathh dhaee raakhai apanae ko saas saas prathipaalae ||1|| |
| Giving His hand, He protects His devotee; with each and every breath, He cherishes him. ||1|| |
| pRB isau lwig rihE myrw cIqu ] |
| prabh sio laag rehiou maeraa cheeth || |
| My consciousness remains attached to God. |
| Awid AMiq pRBu sdw shweI DMnu hmwrw mIqu ] rhwau ] |
| aadh a(n)th prabh sadhaa sehaaee dhha(n)n hamaaraa meeth || rehaao || |
| In the beginning, and in the end, God is always my helper and companion; blessed is my friend. ||Pause|| |
| min iblws Bey swihb ky Acrj dyiK bfweI ] |
| man bilaas bheae saahib kae acharaj dhaekh baddaaee || |
| My mind is delighted, gazing upon the marvellous, glorious greatness of the Lord and Master. |
| hir ismir ismir Awnd kir nwnk pRiB pUrn pYj rKweI ]2]15]46] |
| har simar simar aanadh kar naanak prabh pooran paij rakhaaee ||2||15||46|| |
| Remembering, remembering the Lord in meditation, Nanak is in ecstasy; God, in His perfection, has protected and preserved his honor. ||2||15||46|| |
Waahiguroo Je Ka Khalsa Waahiguroo Je Ke Phatehi
Da S.I.K.H Camp
On Sunday the 23rd August 2009, a group of the countries most vibrant, inspirational and open-minded Sikhs (ranging from students to graduates and professionals) will gather at a carefully chosen location to embrace on a life enhancing spiritual journey. This revolutionary forward thinking week will provide opportunities for you to meet a diverse range of other young Sikhs with an exceptional love and understanding for Sikhi, while on your path of discovery and exploration in a truly divine environment.
Only 1 question remains…
Will you be willing to venture out of the box enough to join them?
Ø Lively innovative discussions in a chilled out atmosphere to explore and learn about the Sikh faith!
Ground breaking talks, mind shaking discussions!
Forget food for thought, this is nutrition for your brain, guaranteed to keep your neurotransmitters warm on a cold
day…
Martial Arts and Sports workshops – from Yoga to Football to Dodgeball to Paintballing!
Street Self Defence and Awareness!
Meditation and Simran (learn and practice)
Santhiya – correct pronunciation of Gurbani
Kirtan – modern and classical Kirtan (Gurmat Sangeet) with in-depth English translations
Gurbani Veechar / Spiritual Inquiry & Discussion (Philosophical & spiritual exploration)
Langar - A wide range of international cuisine…
Remember Sikhi is not a religion but a spiritual journey and a way of life…
Ps …most definitely bring your sense of humour and personality!