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I completely agree with you with regards to equality in clothing. Singhs must also dress appropriately and must NOT show their bodies and chest. Clothing must be modest, covered, clean and NOT TIGHT (which prevents revealing body parts). Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

The sakhi is pasted below. *Srimaan Sant Baba Nand Singh jee Maharaaj once told some women that there is no need for them to come to him. It would be enough for them to serve their husbands.* [1] [1] - Sri Nanaksar Stairs to God Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

I think you should have posted the above message somewhere else. This forum was started to help a NON-SIKH understand Sikhi better. You are causing confusion on this topic sister by bringing in issues such as clothing, in-laws, maryada at Sri Harmandar Sahib, 1699, etc. Answers to your concerns in a different post. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Bro, who gave you this false information that Satguru Sri Guru Nanak dev jee Maharaaj is not GOD? Gurbani proves that Maharaaj is GOD. Brother, don't listen to people who call Satguru Sri Guru Nanak dev jee Maharaaj as an ordinary guru or a prophet. You are right bro. Sex for PROCREATION is not a bad thing at all. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Bro, I do agree with you that this sakhi is circumstantial. Almost all Sakhis can be considered to be circumstantial, but we should try to learn from them as much as we can. Like for example, in the case of Bhoomiya robber, Satguru jee did not prohibit him from stealing, but rather gave him three other bachans. This is circumstantial too, but we can learn a lot from it. Satguru jee used psychology to change his ways as he was a hardcore robber. This sakhi reinforces the belief that women should look upon their husbands (especially Gursikhs ones) as lords and serve them. Correct me, if I am wrong. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Answers to your issues in a different post. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

I agree with most of your thoughts except the last line. Sex for PLEASURE with spouse is not a Bajjar Kurehit, but still is a SMALL sin. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

I agree with you sister that this issue does not matter a lot. In Gurmat, there is abstinence of certain things. That is why we have the four cardinal sins (Bajjar Kurehits). Also, Satguru jee encouraged householder life(due to Kaljugee times), but he did NOT ban asceticism. If a Sikh wants to become an ascetic, he is not doing anything against Gurmat. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

In Gurmat, sex is NOT a sin but sex for PLEASURE is. There is a big difference between the two. Like for example, taking medication which has alcohol in it for curing a disease is different from drinking alcohol for pleasure. One is for survival and the other, for pleasure. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Is there any 100% proof that the above mentioned corpse was that of Jesus? According to Quran, Jesus Christ aka Hazrat Isaa jee was raised to heaven, so there would be no corpse left. Which Gyani did you talk to? What are his credentials? Which Taksaal did he study at? There is a BIG difference between widely held belief and orthodox belief. According to orthodox sects of Sikhism, Satguru jee did NOT engage in any sexual activity like animals or humans do. Guru Sahib never forced householder life on a Sikh, even though they encouraged it due to Kaljugee times. Therefore, in Gurmat we have an option to either become a householder or an ascetic. Satguru jee were also not against marriage, yet we see so many famous Gursikhs following celibacy. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

There is clear evidence in Sikh history with regards to age discrimination. There was a pundit who wondered, how can such a small child be a guru and have a name, which in a sense was better than that of Lord Krishna. Satguru jee shattered his ego and he became a Sikh. Satguru jee also eliminated discrimination against women. Satguru jee gave enough rights to women. Women were treated very lowly during those times. For example, women were NOT allowed to listen to Katha. Maharaaj gave them this right, which was revolutionary at that time. Even the first Sikh of Satguru jee was a woman. There are many more such examples. Dhan Dhan Satguru Sri Guru Nanak Dev jee Maharaaj Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Bro, can you please provide me the source where it states that Baba Ram Rai jee was involved in the martyrdom of the ninth master? According to an authentic Sikh source, Baba Ram Rai jee was forgiven by the tenth master. Peace

What is so surprising, if all Satgurus and their wives were virgins? If Mother Mary can be a virgin, so can all the wives of Satgurus. How do you know, Bhai Saab Bhai Lehna jee were born normally? Peace

What is wrong, in God having more than more wife? Even if our Satgurus had 1000's of wives, it would have been normal as he is not human like you or me. Also, Satguru jee already has numerous children as we are ALL children of God. Numerous children? Simple answer to this question - To do welfare of humanity. For example, Baba Gurditta jee, first son of the sixth master was a great warrior and slaughtered many evil people. This is just one example, there are many more. Peace

Bro, please name us one person/saint/prophet/demi-god/deity,etc who has done more service to humanity than Lord Guru Nanak? I am curious to find out. Peace

The reasons for God's incarnation as a small boy are many. An illiterate person like me, can think of three big ones: 1. Elimination of Age discrimination - Age ego affects many people. Through this incarnation, God proved that irrespective of a person's age, one should respect all and try to learn from his younger peers too. 2. Selfless service - Satguru jee did selfless service for humanity at such as young age. He put his own life at risk for helping sick people in need. 3. Establish a medicinal water pool - Satguru jee used to give medicinal water to thousands of sick people in need and he set up a pilgrimage site for the generations to come, so that they can cure their diseases too. Take care.

Our Satgurus did not indulge in sexual pleasures as enjoyed by men and animals. If modern science can invent cloning procedure, why cannot GOD do miraculous births? This is the orthodox Sikh belief. Sri Charitropakhiyan Sahib is meant for Sikhs/non-Sikhs to understand the trickery of human mind. Gurbani is meant to be applied to normal humans like us, not to God himself. God brought Gurbani to this world to save us. Religious/spiritual/human rules do NOT apply to God. As a non-Sikh, I guess who can ask as many questions as you want. But just remember bro, some people on this forum consider Lord Guru Nanak as a parent. As you wouldn't like anyone to ask detailed private questions about your parent's life, similarly you should be mindful. Rest is up to you. Take care

Bro, one cannot explain all concepts in religion by logical or scientific reasoning. Modern technology such as cell phones, computers, cloning, Wi-Fi, etc would have been considered, most likely as myths by even the most intelligent/scientific people of the 16th or 17th century. That is why as Sikhs, we blindly follow our Satgurus as they are the incarnations of GOD. I think we should stay on the topic. Some of the answers to your questions will be in a different post. Take care

Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh Jhatka was used by Sikhs in olden times as a means of SURVIVAL and for doing mercy towards the animals. No one should ever deny that it was a tradition in the Khalsa panth. Similarly, weed was used by Singhs as a medicine, not for PLEASURE. Similarly, when we go for a surgery, any anesthetic taken or procedure performed (such as shaving hair, etc) is done for survival not for PLEASURE. The intention is the key. It would be very hard for a person to rise spiritually, if he consumes meat. Bhul Chuk Maaf Please correct me bro, if I am wrong. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Bro, let's stay on the original topic. My point was that, we cannot ALWAYS use science to prove Gurmat. Answers to your questions in a different post. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Only an ignorant person can think that Satguru Sri Guru Nanak dev jee Maharaaj procreated as humans and animals do. Khalsa jee, do not try to apply ordinary human/animals activities to the Almighty. A person like me cannot even fathom the level of a Saint. Here we have Satguru jee who converted dacoits, perverts, robbers, murderers into saints. You guys can imagine the difference. ਗੁਰਿ ਕਹਿਆ ਸਾ ਕਾਰ ਕਮਾਵਹੁ ॥ गुरि कहिआ सा कार कमावहु ॥ gur kahi-aa saa kaar kamaavahu. Do those deeds which the Guru has ordained. ਗੁਰ ਕੀ ਕਰਣੀ ਕਾਹੇ ਧਾਵਹੁ ॥ गुर की करणी काहे धावहु ॥ gur kee karnee kaahay Dhaavahu. Why are you chasing after the Guru's actions? Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kaa Fateh

Some more evidence regarding the benefits of semen retention. " The semen is a viscid albuminous fluid, alkaline in reaction, which is very rich in calcium and phosphorus, also in lecithin, cholesterol, albumen, nucleoproteins, iron, vitamin E, etc. In the ejaculation of the normal man, about 226 million spermatozoa are given off; these are rich in phosphorized fats (lecithin), cholesterol (the parent-source of sex hormones), nucleoproteins and iron. An ounce of semen is considered to be equal in value to sixty ounces of blood, of which it constitutes an extract of some of its most valuable of constituents, as far as its vitalizing power is concerned. Dr. Frederick McCann remarks on this point, "From what has been stated it must be admitted that the spermatic fluid does possess potentialities justifying the belief of ancient writers concerning its vital properties." The semen contains substances of high physiological value, especially in relation to the nutrition of the brain and nervous system. If resorption of semen through the wall of the female genital tract has a vitalizing effect on the female organism, the same should be the case in the body of the male in which it is formed and conserved. And conversely, loss of semen must deprive the organism of vitality and valuable substances necessary for the nutrition of nervous tissue, such as lecithin, which has been used therapeutically with great success for the cure of neurasthenia resulting from sexual excess. - Raymond W. Bernard MD " [1] - http://sacred-sex.org/facts/articles/231-semen-retention.html " Eminent doctors of the West say that various kinds of diseases arise from the loss of semen, particularly in young age. There appear boils on the body, acne or eruptions on the face, blue lines around the eyes, absence of beard, sunken eyes, pale face with anaemia, loss of memory, loss of eye-sight, shortsightedness, discharge of semen along with urine, enlargement of the testes, pain in the testes, debility, drowsiness, laziness, gloominess, palpitation of the heart, dyspnoea or difficulty in breathing, phthisis, pain in the back, loins, head and joints, weak kidneys, passing urine in sleep, fickle-mindedness, lack of thinking power, bad dreams, wet dreams and restlessness of mind. " [2] - http://sacred-sex.org/scriptures/hinduism/27-sivananda-effects-of-sexual-indulgence.html Also, regarding Prostate cancer, frequent sex is also a cause of it. Please read below. " According to a new research out of the UK, men who have frequent sex in their twenties and thirties were at a greater risk of developing prostate cancer later in life" [3] [3] - http://www.mensfitness.com/training/give-thing-rest Sister, we can keep debating on this issue for a long time but I don't think it's worth the time. Even according to modern science, drinking alcohol, consuming weed, eating meat and masturbation, IF done in moderation are good for health. But for Sikhs, all these are taboos. We need to remember that Gurmat is NOT dependent on science. Gurmat is the most advanced science. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Good points Singh Sahib. Please have a look at the topic below. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

It's great you asked this question. Semen Retention has numerous benefits for the human body. Some of these I have pasted below. " Physical increased energy and drive boosted immune system cures erectile dysfunction prevents premature ejaculation Mental more confidence improved memory more decisive Spiritual calmer and less prone to anger more connected to spiritual nature control over material urges " [1] - http://authentictantra.com/tantra-blog/semen-retention-and-how-it-will-change-your-life/ Furthermore, "orgasm depletes enormous energy from the endocrine and nervous systems, leaving the body weak and lethargic until the energies are gradually created again."[2] [2] - http://sacred-sex.org/facts/articles/231-semen-retention.html There are possibly many more benefits. But the above should be enough to prove that sex is bad for health. Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh

Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh Srimaan 108 Sant Gyani Sundar Singh jee Khalsa Bhindrawale had organized 101 Sri Akhand Paaths at Bhindra. On the conclusion day, he had invited many people. He had great respect for Srimaan Sant Baba Nand Singh jee Maharaaj Kaleranwale as both these saints had studied under Srimaan Sant Baba Wadhawa Singh jee Maharaaj (it is through him, Nanaksar and DDT are connected). So, the invitation was sent to Baba Nand Singh jee but Baba jee refused to come as he did not like to attend crowded congregations. Gyani Sundar Singh jee, on hearing this, did ardaas to Satguru jee to change Baba Nand Singh jee's mind. The Ardaas was accepted by Satguru Sri Guru Nanak Dev jee Maharaaj. Baba Nand Singh got the message from Satguru jee and told the devotees that now he has to go to the ceremony as Satguru jee has approved it. Great love between two Gurmukh Brahamgyanis. Dhan Dhan Srimaan 108 Sant Gyani Sundar Singh jee Khalsa Dhan Dhan Srimaan Sant Baba Nand Singh jee Maharaaj Dhan Dhan Dhan Satguru Sri Guru Nanak dev jee Maharaaj Waheguru jee kaa Khalsa Waheguru jee kee Fateh