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    Gendered Translations of Gurbani

    Yes I agree, using “One” is a great idea. Thank you!
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    Gendered Translations of Gurbani

    And it’s no secret that the English translations of Gurbani are very inaccurate. Yet, we see them all the time in our gurdwaras and online. I have discussed this issue with several others, and they all agree that using “he” is a mere product of patriarchy. If “he” can be used, then “she” can be...
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    Gendered Translations of Gurbani

    In response to your claims about pronouns used historically, it’s important to note that the Guru Granth Sahib Ji was written in a very patriarchal, male-centered time period. This is no longer the case today, as more and more are beginning to accept the equality and oneness of all human beings...
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    Sikhi on Forms of Government

    Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh I have a questions regarding forms of government used throughout the world. Using Sikhi as a lens to see the world, what would be the ideal form of government? We use the Panj Pyare system in Gurdwaras, but what would be the best way to govern a...
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    Gendered Translations of Gurbani

    Yes! Thank you so much for the replies in the last few days! The future is bright. Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh 🙏🙏
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    Gendered Translations of Gurbani

    Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh I am a young college student from California. I can read Gurmukhi fairly well, but I have a hard time understanding what the Gurbani means. Because of this, I use English translations when reading Gurbani. My question is regarding the use of gendered...
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