What is Sikhism? Who are the Sikhs? (Shooting Oak Creek Sikh Temple Wisconsin USA - Balpreet Kaur)

The recent shootings at Oak Creek Sikh Temple Wisconsin USA, shocked us all. This video will help explain Who are the Sikhs? What is Sikhism? Is Sikhi a religion? Is Sikhism a way of life? Is Sikhi a philosophy? What different ways can we describe Sikhi? What is Sikhism? What do Sikhs believe? Is Sikhi a way to become one with God? Why be a Sikh?
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[@jayops]

I'm an atheist and I found this to be very educational. Thank you!

[@crissymcanally5327]

this is so beautiful and humbling. thank you for posting this. I'm an american who had a lot of misconceptions. thank you again for posting this.

[@hasithi3416]

Waheguru g🙏🏼 Bhai jograj singh g still can't believe such a noble soul has left us. May Waheguru bless his soul and give strength to his family to bear this unbearable loss.Massive loss for Sikh panth 😰

[@brogandahl4747]

Thank you so much for your videos! I was called through meditation to go to a Gurdwara last week, and my life has changed and improved tremendously. It was my first time ever at a Gurdwara, and I really felt like I was being called home. When I arrived I felt nourished on a level I hadn't been in a very long time, and I have been studying Sikhi and reading the Sacred Nitnam nonstop. Sikhs are some of the most open minded loving people I have ever met. It feels so good to be in the presence of these teachings. The Nitnam is so beautiful, simple, and logical. This religion is all goodness. I don't think I'm ready to take Amrit or anything, but I feel like all of the values I've held are already contained within Sikhi. It feels amazing to know there are Sikhs on the planet and that I can walk into a place of worship with others who extend open non-judgmental arms. I feel like I've reunited with an old family. Your videos just add to my excitement for learning. You speak so well. :)

[@cybermollusk]

I've always liked Sikhs, but never knew about their beliefs. Now I know why they're so nice.

[@basicsofsikhi]

thanks for your advice, I agree, we are actually about to make a shorter intro focused on non-sikhs..this video was made primarily for Sikhs..

[@fjoo]

Sikhism is on my list of a very few religions I still respect and believe to have a positive effect on people. If only other religions would learn a few things of the Sikhs the world would be a better place. Great channel and educational videos. Thanks, Best regards, - An agnostic atheist

[@Flynbrd68]

This was absolutely my first introduction to anything relating to Sikhs! I enjoyed it immensely and am actually very much interested in learning more! Christianity has got me feeling very disconnected spiritually. :-(

[@e4gail]

Beautiful video. Sadly it took a shooting in this country for me to learn about Sikhism. I must say - I have felt a spark now to learn more. It seems like common sense to me.

[@Gnarlsthe23rd]

Sikhism seems to be a great religion. It skips over the pointless bullshit that traps many people and instead focuses on compassion, tolerance and open-mindedness. To me Sikhism seems to be the most reasonable and honorable religion.

[@mifthabeshir9041]

you have made me see the unviversal aspect of sikhism...sikism is not localized religion as i used to think....it is profound and apeals to the mind and the heart...thank you Bro...keep up enlightening.. God bless!

[@jeighbo]

Amazing. This really sums up Sikhism nicely.

[@JuliaFranke]

Thank you for taking the time to make these videos to educate us. Thanks!

[@abisingh186]

SFJ ..means ..Sikh for justice . Referendum Twenty20 zindabad khalistan zindabad

[@CORYJOHNM]

Much respect.

[@mathiusvass2440]

cool turban!!

[@basicsofsikhi]

Hi there, yes, its very easy to get the Sikh Scriptures online and as an ebook for free. You can check the download section of "Sikhnet" or "Sikh Missionary Society" and also see the website "Sikhitothemax", just type those into google. There are also a number of free apps that let you read Gurbani (sikh scriptures), see "Gurbani nirvaan" "Search Gurbani" and "Sundar Gutka". You should also go through our playlist, "Japji Sahib English Katha" which explain the 1st prayer of Sikhs. Thanks.

[@usucmehardutube]

Once you find your spiritual side it will be very difficult to remain an atheist.

[@dondeestalondres]

You did it again,smashed it just by telling the truth,not easy to say in this day and age!

[@BALLU718]

Thx veer ji, clearly explained

[@rvic11]

I'm not religious, but I have a great admiration for the Sikhs. It seems to me, to be an incredibly positive lifestyle with respectable teachings. May your religion grow, sir!

[@sadpuneetpamma6533]

i really like it it does sum up sikhism

[@cuteprincess1987]

Beautiful explanations. Always anxiously looking forward for new videos :)

[@basicsofsikhi]

Indeed, Sikhi is about living it, not just calling yourself a Sikh. Join us on our facebook page and be friends with our profile. we'll help you get in touch with sikhs in your area and more resources. God bless.

[@basicsofsikhi]

Thanks for your kind words. Feel free to browse our channel. I'd recommend our video on "What is life? Why Guru?"

[@akshthukral1543]

this wise man is not alive 🙏🏻i miss u bhai saab🥺this world needs more wise man like u

[@dogma123l]

Thank you, I enjoyed your video and I hope to learn more.

[@rupykaur87]

Thank you...this has definitely helped me

[@basicsofsikhi]

Thanks for your message, What Our Creator wills to happens is sweet to us. If he gives us happiness we will live in his remembrance and if gives us pain, we will too!

[@Runtothemusic]

Thank you very much for the knowledge - you are a very good speaker :)

[@basicsofsikhi]

Hi Jonny, your views are very commonly held. In one way, Sikhs dont believe in religion per se, but the the One Force is something that we can experience through meditation. The experience is the proof of Gods existence. There is a science to meditation as you can see from the two videos I recommended. In terms of a reason to try this science out...for a Sikh, the Gurus are the reason. If you watch the video on "are the Gurus perfect?" Being so amazing, we honour their teachings by meditating

[@TN23BIKER]

Rabba Mehar Kare veere

[@basicsofsikhi]

wow, you're so blessed friend! We're just making a video about "is it not enough to be a good person?" which exactle address this idea of feeling something is missing. Follow that thirst and your heart. Vaheguru leads those who are thirsty, so go into that. Come to Southall on Sunday for our longer kirtan programmes, is all in english. Message us on FB for more details.. :)

[@curvbyb5qua3]

I would like to know, and perhaps you have answered this but I have missed it. What is the signifacance of the head wrap for the men?? Although I have not seen a woman wear one do they wear them too?

[@valkour22]

ty for your reply. I will do that.

[@kandiisuicide]

I found this very interesting, Sikhism seems very much like one of the best religions. I am athiest and I'm trying to find a spiritual side.

[@basicsofsikhi]

you can watch our video "why do Sikhs wear Turbans?" and "Fearless living" to find out more

[@patrickwaitner5011]

I just recently discovered the beauty of Sikhism. Is there any way to get Sihk scriptures in english? Cheap or free if possible.

[@TheTerrorUforgot]

Hmm I've never met a Sikh, in fact the only Sikhs I've seen were in "Bend it Like Beckham". Thanks for the knowledge and my condolences for the tragedy at Oak Creek.

[@MultiCheeseLouise]

I think that limiting yourself to one religion is to limit your enlightenment. We should study all faiths and take from them the knowledge that speaks to us the most, and the teachings that are most relevant to yourself as an individual. So, thank you for your talks on Sihkism and it's values. Very thought provoking.

[@daddydadpants8820]

MultiCheeseLouise this is one of several religions I have studied over the years and this is the only one that makes sense to me even though I don't know much about it yet

[@corriekaur]

You smashed it!!!! lol love it

[@basicsofsikhi]

I feel you dude

[@parveenyadav98991007]

good video ..

[@mohammedfahad2607]

I have a question!! i been mediating a lot in the Islamic way but unfortunately there was no connection or any sort of experience that happened. However reading the guru book made thgis experience possible. why is it like that ?

[@LEGEND-dw2wx]

bro/sis Make more vidoes in all languages so that we can spread message of sikhsim and aware people about our religion 🙏

[@daddydadpants8820]

I have lived a horrible life and need help

[@iamabathroomsinger]

Please watch videos of this channel step by step.

[@jhonbadman9500]

nice vid my friend

[@DaveTheSamurai]

Thank you you have explained many questions of the Sikhi knowledge. I have waited for years to understand but I have fear to ask Sihks. I did not want to offend them. I have one question left why do Sikhi men,boys wear turbans and head coverings,grow long beards? God bless.

[@basicsofsikhi]

Thanks Dave, glad you felt the video gave some knowledge. We will be making a video about turbans etc but please be aware its not just men who wear turbans, women do too.

[@theskoomacat7849]

Why is it that we are disconnected from the one in the first place? Also, why only as humans can we experience and strive for unity? I would appreciate any answers.

[@hsk8671]

The Skooma Cat I think we become disconnected through greed, lust (lust within marriage for your wife is ok though I think) and ego etc. This blockage disconnects us. I’m not an expert but have learnt this from watching BoS videos. God bless

[@basicsofsikhi]

Thanks Kandiisuicide (interesting name!). Obviously I'm biased but yeah, Sikhi is very cool indeed. I feel its better to be agnostic (I dont know if there is a God) rather than athiest (I know for sure there is no God). Spirituality WORKS and can connect us to our Source. Watch our video on "What is the point of life", "Call God on my iphone" and "Fitness analogy" to see the science of connection, its very logical and it works. Join us on Facebook too :)

[@basicsofsikhi]

Thanks my friend, I didn't know them personally but some of my family did. Thanks for your kind words. fyi There are lots of languages in India and lots of religions too. We Sikhs tend to use "Vaheguru". You should watch our video on "Who is the Sikh God?" :) God bless you.

[@singhsahabkhalsa435]

veerji theres a question one sikh boy who has cut his beards he tie turban but when i askd him why he did that he told me sikh should be in heart and he told me that if i am good doing path so there it doesnt matter veerji what should i tell him ?

[@rutpunjab]

Good work..keep up with good talk Arvinder Singh Khalsa London E

[@basicsofsikhi]

Hi there, these are not my teachings but the teachings of the Gurus of "Sikhism"/ Sikhi. One can definitely learn from these and yet remain a Christian. Sikhs dont get points for conversions. I'd recommend you watch our video on "Sikhism and Christianity" and "What is a SatGuru"

[@earthspirit516]

When merging back can the soul still maintain individuality, (without ego) ?

[@Harmitron]

The ego is the source of individuality, I've understood it better by replacing the word 'merging' with 'realizing'. The ego cannot completely merge back into the oneness while still being a part of the 'material world'. There are moments of samadhi that can be reached where the ego falls away completely and you experience infinity but eventually the ego will come back. It has to, we cannot experience time without the ego. The ego can realize a concept of timelessness and infinity but cannot ever completely merge into it. Even the enlightened realized beings that seem to be existing in timelessness while on earth must have some sense of ego in order to navigate this reality(IE. The Gurus, Buddha, Neem Karoli Baba etc etc.) They must have had an 'ego' too but just a much much smaller one than the majority. What happens to the ego after death though? That I don't know but maybe there is mergence there, according to Guru Nanak there is if you can chip away your ego to be as minimal as possible. I don't know if this helped you but writing it out does help me reinforce the understanding I've experienced thus far.

[@SuperMacandme]

Can please tell me the name who sings the wahaguru shabad at the start?

[@paramjeetkaur9228]

www.thekdp.com/audio.html Under KDP 2, no.6 is the simran.

[@valkour22]

I meet a man that followed this way of life and he was such a pleasure to know. I really love these people but really can't join due to my commintment to Jesus. I do have the utmost respect and love to these people that follow this way of life

[@Khalsa-bt7jx]

The way you tie the Dumalla is so sick.

[@narutolll]

Sikh* ;)

[@Ibiracatu]

I like everything that is said about sikhism. Sikhism is the only faith of true equality. Only one flaw to the faith ... I could never become sikh, because I am bald, and find facial hair totally uncomfortable. Other than that ... I support the faith, and cause. All Humanity can benefit.

[@guruword8378]

that's true that is one of problems many people have even now im cleanshaven but I hope in the future I can in the future be true amritdhari

[@chaksheba]

I am sure many people are bald that are Sikhs. That would not be a means to not let one be a Sikh. But if your beard grows that is part of sikhi ya.

[@guruword8378]

Sikhs doesn't teach you need to have hair just not to cut it weather bald or have hair doesn't matter

[@MrAtkar1]

It doesn't say anywhere that you have to wear a turban or cut your hair. It was just advice from the Guru to distinguish ourselves.

[@guruword8378]

Boss turban and not cutting hair is mentioned but I think that is for amritdhari

[@satsangeetsingh]

Karl, the truth that Guru Sahib talks about doesn't belong to any one religion. The truth is the truth, and the truth shall set you free, regardless of which religion you belong to. Nothing but the truth will. Religions were founded on the same universal truth. Religion can be thought of like a finger pointing at the moon. Some people forget about the moon and start worshipping the finger.

[@basicsofsikhi]

I understand what you mean, loyalty to your Guru is very important. Sikhs are trying to get converts! We believe that this is the path of all the saints, ie love, humility, compassion and worship. See our video on "Sikhism and Christianity"

[@basicsofsikhi]

Dave, the video about turbans is made now, see our video "why do Sikhs wear turbans?", thanks.

[@rsvcaptin]

hey, could u make a video on all the different casts of Sikh ?

[@dvendator]

We don't have caste system. We believe that from one all have emerged so why divide them in Castes, on the basis of Color or anything.

[@basicsofsikhi]

Hi there, please see our video uploaded today on "why do Sikhs wear turbans". thanks. and es, women do wear them, use google images :)

[@antaresiaman]

My friend, Sikhs have no caste. Sikhism rejects caste or any forms of discrimination. If you do see the caste mentality existence within the Sikh community, it is only through our human ignorance & ego. Jāṇhu joṯ na pūcẖẖahu jāṯī āgai jāṯ na he. ||1|| rahā▫o. Recognize the Lord's Light within all, and do not consider social class or status; there are no classes or castes in the world hereafter. ||1||Pause|| Waheguru Rakha

[@naegling3]

Once I found the Dharma I became happier about being an atheist.

[@singhsahabkhalsa435]

plzzz answer

[@The12345624]

Singh Sahab Khalsa veer ji ask him that on one hand he is praising waheguru by doing path and on other hand he is fighting with nature or rules created by waheguru.and probably many man shave because their idea or philosophy of beauty is women . So most man want to look like them. But at gurus path there is no significance of physical beauty there is only pure psycological and eternal beauty of your mind.

[@DontfearNoMan]

Religions are ... all the same. What is the difference between a Christian, Muslim or a Sikh? The followers (99% of them) are born in that religion and grow up believing what they are told. and to each their religion is the ONLY "true" religion. I think it is very narrow minded and we human beings can only be one when we stop finding reasons to divide. biggest dividing factor being Religion. still my opinion is.. respect all religions. Adopt none.. cheers.

[@danielharrison1065]

Sikhism has holy places- 5 Akal takhts Sikhism has holy days- Vaisakhi, Guru purab, bandi chor diwas, sacrifice of sahabzade Don't be hypocrite 👍

[@valkour22]

can 1 follow ur teachings and still follow Christ?

[@Kaurageouswarrior]

There is no caste in Sikhism. :D God bless.

[@naegling3]

This is too hard to understand if you're trying to introduce this religion to non-sikhs then start with more basic teachings.

[@karlmartellce732]

"Religion divides us...most religions are exclusivist...we're gonna get to heaven, you guys aren't...Sikhi is not like that, we're inclusivists...What Guru Sahib is saying ' This is the truth. This is the light and no one will get to heaven except through this truth.'" Please watch this and think. The edit has only made the self-contradiction even more obvious, sir. Deleting this comment and blocking this user will not change that fact.

[@usucmehardutube]

Sounds a lot like Christianity. Jehovah being the one God Jesus being the Guru who has become one with God and the followers of Jesus are the followers of the Guru. Unfortunately his message of love has been twisted by many people through out history. The Guru also sounds like the concept of the Bodhisatvah of Hinduism and Buddhism.