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The Heart and Soul of Sikhi: Ik Onkar Core Message: Mool Mantar Capturing the essence through vocabulary unique and original

Greetings Sat Sri Akal! Truth is Timeless Chardi Kala Soaring Spirits

Power of One Sava Lakh: Term used for a Sikh individual

Shared spaces where Sikhs and non-Sikhs can gather and center their lives. A balance between personal and communal is provided by the Gurdwara. Gurdwara: Guru’s Home

Kirtan: Uplifting Music The uplifting music reminds one of one’s worth. In the Guru Granth Sahib (the living Guru for the Sikhs) the power of vocabulary is used to remind one of one’s infinite nature.

Sarovar: Pool and A Place to Meditate The presence of water can create calmness. The Sarovar provides a beautiful setting in the midst of life’s chaos. Jal (water) forms an important theme in Sikh Shabads (hymns/poetry).

Kar Seva Motivating action through the power of words

Shoe Exchange at the Gurdwara Entrance: Humility, Respect, Connection Juttiyan (shoes) become Jorhe (joiners)

Vaak: Thought of the Day: Take a few moments to reflect Every shabad (spiritual poetry of Guru Granth Sahib) uses empowering vocabulary to uplift.

Langar: Shared Eating on the Floor The humble meal is langar: Anchor of the community

Langar Chako: Converts a simple meal into a feast Langar: Simplicity of the Ingredients

Seva: Opportunity to Serve Anyone can cut/peel/clean I Belong I have a Purpose I am of Value Seva: For rich and poor, an opportunity to grow

Seva: Opportunity to Serve Create a Meal A visit to the Gurdwara (Guru’s House) offers an opportunity to serve.

Opportunity for the Powerful to Serve Parshade: The simple chapati or roti becomes a gift