Posted by Siri Singh Sahib Yogi Bhajan& filed under Bana, Lectures-Siri Singh Sahib, Sikh Dharma Technology
Excerpt from Heros, Saints and Yogis: Tales of Self Discovery and the Path of Sikh Dharma by Shakti Parwha Kaur Khalsa and Guruka Singh Khalsa
Though wearing white (preferably cotton or other natural fabric) clothing is not necessarily part of the Sikh tradition in India, as Western Sikhs who largely came to this path through…
Posted by Sikh Dharma Ministry& filed under Bana, Ministry
Written by SS DukhNiwaran Kaur Khalsa, Chicago, IL
Courtesy of the Sikh Dharma Ministry Newsletter #63 Spring 2017 Newsletter
Celebrating the 350th Anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh’s birth, I reflect on the radiance he embodies. As the Father of the Khalsa, the warrior, Guru and poet, Guru Gobind Singh bowed to the everlasting…
Posted by Sikh Dharma International& filed under Bana, Woman, Your Stories
Krishna Kaur tells the story of the origin of the women’s turban in the early days of Sikh Dharma and 3H0 :
I first started wearing an African head wrap in 1965 or so. It was something I did on a whim. I was sewing my own clothes at that time and…
Posted by Sikhnet& filed under Bana, Sikh History
This article is courtesy of Sikhnet and written by Bhagat Singh Bedi
How to Tie Dumalla like Guru Gobind Singh ji, Emperor Akbar & Shivaji Maratha
In this video, we will learn about the original Dumalla, what I call the Puratan Dumalla.
It is our Gurus' turban. We will also…
Posted by Sikh Dharma International& filed under Bana, Dharmic Education, Marketplace, Publications, Sikh Dharma Technology
When Guru Gobind Singh gave the gift of the Five K’s to the Khalsa he did so with a promise; that by following the teachings of the Guru and keeping ourselves distinct, we will have his undying power and support. These five tools, along with our daily sadhana, allow us to maintain our grace. dignity…
Posted by Sikh Dharma International& filed under Bana, Sikh Dharma Technology
The turban contains life energy arising in the body when practicing yoga or meditating, giving the wearer a cranial fine tuning. Our skulls, built with 26 interlocking bones, need to be secured and protected. Our hair regulates the flow of solar energy into the body, so when allowing the hair to grow its optimum length,…
Posted by jhsd (Course)& filed under Bana, Bani, Community, Dharmic Education, Sikh Dharma Technology, Your Stories
Journey into the Heart of Sikh Dharma, a small group tele-course in its 18th year, is a unique opportunity to deepen your experience and understanding of Sikh Dharma, and to take a spiritual journey of transformation and inspiration.
To bring your knowledge and experience to life, each session covers a different topic,…
Posted by Sikh Dharma Ministry& filed under Bana, Ministry
Written by SS Arjan Singh Dhillon of Mexico City, Mexico
Courtesy of the Sikh Dharma Ministry Newsletter #63 Spring 2017 Newsletter
Bana and Bani are twin words, derived from the root word “BAN.” The expression “BAN” is generally interpreted as “habit, character or behavior of a person or a domestic animal.” Some are characterized…
Posted by Sada Sat Simran Singh Khalsa& filed under Bana, Ministry
by SS Sada Sat Simran Singh Khalsa, Santa Fe NM
Courtesy of the Sikh Dharma Ministry Newsletter #63 Spring 2017 Newsletter
It is now 2017. Things have evolved and continue to evolve minute by minute. We are so modern that we have to update every morning to keep up with the times. One…
Posted by Sikh Dharma Ministry& filed under Bana, Ministry
Written by SS Kulwant Singh Khalsa, Walsall UK
Courtesy of the Sikh Dharma Ministry Newsletter #63 Spring 2017 Newsletter
This year marks the 350th anniversary of the birth of our beloved Tenth Master, Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He was born in 1666 as Gobind Rai, and spent most of his childhood in the town…
Posted by Sikh Dharma Ministry& filed under Bana, Ministry, Your Stories
Written by SS Japa Kaur Khalsa, Espanola NM
Courtesy of the Sikh Dharma Ministry Newsletter #63 Spring 2017 Newsletter
[Bana] was the foundation stone laid for the beginning of the most beautiful consciousness, the Khalsa. Dress has a very unique power in it. It gives you confirmation in relation to the world around you.…
Posted by Sikh Dharma Ministry& filed under Bana, Ministry, Your Stories
by SS Sangeet Kaur Khalsa, Espanola NM
Courtesy of the Sikh Dharma Ministry Newsletter #63 Spring 2017 Newsletter
There have been two events, among many, that confirmed without question that it has been my destiny for lifetimes to live as Khalsa. One came the very first day I wore bana in public.
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Posted by Sikh Dharma International& filed under Bana, Marketplace, Sikh Dharma Technology
In 1699 at the first Amrit Sanchar (ceremony), Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th Sikh Guru, bestowed the honor for Sikhs to wear the five articles of faith at all times with a promise that by following the teachings of the Guru and keeping ourselves distinct we would have his undying power and support. The five…
Posted by Shanti Kaur Khalsa& filed under 10-Guru Gobind Singh, Bana, Our Authors, Sikh History, Videos
SS Shanti Kaur Khalsa explains the history, tradition, and practical reasons for wearing a turban.
Wearing a turban has always been in the Sikh tradition from the time of Guru Nanak, but it was formalized by Guru Hargobind in declaration of sovreignty and royalty despite the fact that only kings at the time wore…
Posted by Sikhnet& filed under Bana, Videos
Dr. Harjot Kaur narrates her own experiences which led her to start wearing Bana (traditional Sikh clothes). Instead of being an impediment it actually helped her professionally.
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