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    Islam Muslim Friendship "Dilemma"

    Harjas is right, caution is called for in this situation. You can't judge people completely by their religion but it is fair to assume some things about them due to their religion. For instance, when you see a Sikh in 5Ks you can assume that person revered the message of the Gurus and...
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    A Sikh Without His Flowing Hair And Turban

    Tying a bandana or scarf tightly around your head is also a migraine remedy in Haiti.
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    Do Sikhs Need Another Guru?

    And it really is just that simple.
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    A Sikh Without His Flowing Hair And Turban

    I completely AGREE. I can't imagine not seeing the beauty in a Sikh man with his turban, long hair and flowing beard. Wow... My husband thinks himself as a Christian but he has been reading SGGS with me and about 3 months ago he just up and quit cutting his hair and beard. I was like --...
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    A Sikh Without His Flowing Hair And Turban

    busted. :whisling: If I knew how to insert a photo in these posts I'd show you a picture of my husband (who so kindly allows me to practice tying dastar on him). But you'd have to put on your sunglasses first, cuz he's so gorgeous he'd knock your eyes out. :thumbup:
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    Do Sikhs Need Another Guru?

    I can only speak for myself and I will say that I find it is better for me spiritually to stick to SGGS. There are so many opposing factions out there and, not only do I not want to waste time, I don't want to pick up any more negativity along the way because it hinders my spiritual progress...
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    Religious Allegiance

    Another question. I have heard on this forum and read in the rehat maryada that a Sikh is not supposed to have any "allegiance" to another religion. Does anybody care to expound on that or explain what is meant by "allegiance" and how that restriction plays out against the inclusiveness of the...
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    Who Is A Sikh And When Should You Start Calling Yourself "Sikh"?

    Thank you all so much! It really helps to understand a little of the reasons behind my friend's thinking. She is a wonderful person and is extremely caring and nice to people. She is a doctor and does lots of pro bono work in Third World countries and things like that. She really is one of...
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    Who Is A Sikh And When Should You Start Calling Yourself "Sikh"?

    I'm starting to realize how much my first experience with a Sikh affected me. This woman was is a friend of mine who I love and respect very much. When I told her I was very interested in Sikhi and had been studying it with the intent of "converting" she shocked me with her response -- she was...
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    Who Is A Sikh And When Should You Start Calling Yourself "Sikh"?

    I know this seems like a really elementary question but it's not as easy to answer as I thought it might be. Honestly, I am not sure when a person starts calling themselves a Sikh. When you make the decision to be a Sikh? When you are completely faithful with morning meditation and follow the...
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    Question For Kala Afghana Supporters

    Hi mkm! I'm kind of new here too and I too, was a little shocked at first because I love Sikhi so much I had sort of glorified Sikhs in my mind. Then I had to shake myself and remember that we're all human and this is an internet forum. On the whole, I think you'll find this the most...
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    Hard Talk How Many Sikhs Have Married Out Of Caste/race?

    Re: How many sikhs have married out of Caste/Race I am stuffing this one deep down in my heart, cuz I know I'm gonna need it!
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    A Sikh Without His Flowing Hair And Turban

    Is it just me or is the dastar on the upswing here in the States? Seems like I see more and more of them but I don't know if it's just because I notice them now or if they really are becoming more common. It seems like Western Sikhs are so EXCITED about Sikhi! Know what I mean?
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    A Sikh Without His Flowing Hair And Turban

    I think that any man who would trade the commanding presence of a Sikh man in dastar for looking like anyone else out on the street is just crazy. Check out these men! House of Waris - Press Clippings | Main | 11 of 84 Meet Mr. Singhs 2007...
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    Question For Kala Afghana Supporters

    I would assume because that is what he deemed necessary. Yeah, me too. I just ask the questions, gather up the answers and let my heart fill in the blanks. I felt like I just showed up at a Taliban picnic with a bottle of wine and a plate of pork chops.OMG "Oops." In MY opinion...
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