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Sikhism On The Rise In Pakistan

Chaan Pardesi

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Sikhism is on rise in Pakistan -amazing?but it is true....

Gurcharan Singh,
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia


After many years of difficulties in Karachi, for Sikhs, the fortunes appear to be changing now in the last ten years or so.The growth of Sikhism is renewing in Pakistan with great enthusiasm.Greater good deeds by Sikhs at international level , the success of Sikhs in other countries , the growing numbers of Sikh converts in the west is influencing the suppressed Hindu communities in Pakistan.


That aside, the negative activities of detractors and their fake books, and increasing violent dramas in Gurduaras has not yet dampened the would be Sikhs in Pakistan.The Pakistani Sikh converts are influenced more by the positive message of Guru Granth sahib, thus find it regenerates their confidence and image in Pakistan, as a Sikh.They found that being Sikhs it gave them multiple preaxis to dignity, esteem and empowers them as individuals and as Sikhs.

Hinduism is looked upon negatively,in Pakistan because when the fanatical Hindu right wingers -RSS create issues of divide and rule among minorities and take their anger out on Muslims and Dalits,in India,there is a reaction among the Moslem nations towards such atrocities being committed upon the minorities.

It is no different in Pakistan, as the Muslims react towards the Hindus in Pakistan.The Hindu society does not feel safe within Pakistan, in most circumstances, but esspecially so,when they are harrased as result of RSS activities in India.


There are many instances and reports of young Hindu girls being abductted and forcefully indulged into Nikkah .There are countless instances that attacks upon hindus have taken place.

But such has not taken place against Sikhs, bar a few cases from the tribal taliban infested areas, where some Sikh victims have been reported too, along with thousands of Muslim victims.The tribal areas generally have no Hindu population.

The Muslim brotherhood regards the Sikhs as people of the Book. and beleivers of ONE God,like themselves.They recognise Sikhi demands goodwill and respect towards all humanity both in words and actions.They also understand that the philosophy of Guru Granth sahib is very much closer to the Koran.They have much respect for Sikhs and regard them very disciplined and honourable society of people

Thus, such conditions, has created a bee line for many Hindus to adopt Sikhism readily.A recent BBC, report investigation into the religions of Pakistan 2017.confirmed the rising conversion of Hindus into Sikhism, not only in Sindh, but Khairpur,and Balochistan.


In 1947, the entire Sikh population had left Sind.But now, in a Karachi suburb,of Oop Ngri, lives Sr Krishan Singh, who previously was a Hindu, and worshipper of Ram Chander and various gods like Mahakaal , Durga Devi etc.

Not too long back,about 10 years ago, he along with his two sons,four brothers,and two nephews initiated into the Sikh religion.

Sr Krishna Singh admits that since they adopted Sikhism, their relations with the local authorities and the surrounding muslim society has improved tremendously, and they are very respectfully addressed as SARDAR SAHIB, and looked upon with great awe and not with contempt or opposition.

It does not stop there, socially they have very cordial relationship with muslims and they are invited to intermingle in muslim marriages, and get togethers, where vegetrian foods are prepared for them, specially.

Sr Krishan Singh says"When we were hindus, we were never regarded with much respect., often sent to coventry, in our presense."

The population of Krishan Singh's surburb was initially all Hindu,but currently there are 40 Sikh families, who have all adopted Sikhism from Hinduism.Most of the people are from Baghrri sub castes.The building of a very large Gurduara is taking place, currently,supported by funding from expartriate Sikhs.The Gurduara will be able to seat 500 people.

Duruu Singh is the jathedar of this Gurduara and locality.Duruu Singh says, that when ever Hindus go in jathas to Nankana Sahib and meet the foreign Sikhs who have arrived;they get very influenced by the love shown by these foreign Sikhs, that many on return decide to also adopt Sikh faith.

He goes on to say, that often, stones and garbage are thrown at the statues of devis and devtas, by the local muslim population.Often, abuse also takes place of the statues, and individual persons of Hindu community.But such actions are NOT commited against Gurduaras or the visible Sikhs.

This why hindus and dalits in Pakistan are increasingly adopting the Sikh faith.During recent gurpurab of Guru Gobind Singh, the police was made available to ensure Sikhs could celebrate the nager Kirtan without any issue.No issues even rose as the local Muslims joined together with Sikhs in the celebration.Hindu festivals cannot be celebrated openly.

Karachi's Aram bagh Gurduara, has been now opened after 24 year long legal case, and Sikhs have started thronging that Gurduara.Before 1947, there were over 7 Gurduaras in Karachi, but have been run down due to lack of care.Duruu Singh says, if all these Gurduaras are re opened , Sikh numbers will certainly increase.


A Sr Hira Singh is an advocate,in the High Court of Sind.He converted to Sikhism long time ago, says that about 1100 people from the Dalit brotherhood have converted to Sikhism through his own private efforts in the last 5 years.He teaches them the messages of Guru Granth sahib,care and love for humanity and hard work-thus 1100 have become SARDARS.These were people who even the Hindus rejected and would not offer their glasses to drink water from.Now everybody referes to them as SARDAR JI.....Sardar sahib.


There is a substantil Hindu minority in Sind,who believes in Guru Nanak Ji.There is a Guru Granth in many mandirs along with the statues of mahakal, durga devi or Ram Chander.

Now, as the increasing Sikh population is building their separate Gurduaras, there is no such pooja or duality of worshipping mythology or puranic verses..Sr Hira Singh says, that he preaches Sikhs do NOT worship idols or puranic teachings.New converts take that seriously, and concentrate upon the sole teachings of Guru Granth sahib, Gurbani ONLY.


The leader of Pakistan Hindu Council Mangla Sharma, grudgingly accepts that there is a substantial scale conversion going on among Hindus into Sikhism.He also admits that this is not an organised conversion, but people intiating into Sikhsim on their own free will.He says that 20-25 years ago, there was NOT a single VISIBLE Sikh to be seen in SIND, nor there was ever a seat for Sikhs in the National Sssembly of Sind, all this has changed now.

He goes on to say that since from 2000,many good Sikh deeds hit the news headlines, people started taking notice of the Sikh religion.The people who adopted the Sikh religion soon found it was to their advantage to be Sikhs, both in community and also politically in government, and as said already it offerred them multiple opportunities to enrichen and enhance their own standing and quality of life in Pakistan

Mangal goes on to say, the teachings of Sikhism are very universal and it can be seen the Sikhs are a very cohersive community and support each other closely both in business and other aspects of life.They are on a very positive financial footing and well respected among Muslims and government.

Also in recent times, the Sikhs took a leading role,in a case in Sind high court against alcohol prohibition with great success, and earning respect among Muslims.
Secondly,there was census box for Sikhs in the National Census,now they have won that right too, which has boosted the Sikhs..

Finally Mangal says that the success of Sikhs in foreign western and other countries has filtered through, which has created an impressive image of being Sikhs, has persuaded many to convert to Sikhism in Pakistan.

I have photos of Sr Kishan Singh and Sr Hira Singh, but have found some difficulties in loading them.Will try later.:kaurflagred::kaurflagblue:
 

Dalvinder Singh Grewal

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Sikhism is on rise in Pakistan -amazing?but it is true....

Gurcharan Singh,
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia


After many years of difficulties in Karachi, for Sikhs, the fortunes appear to be changing now in the last ten years or so.The growth of Sikhism is renewing in Pakistan with great enthusiasm.Greater good deeds by Sikhs at international level , the success of Sikhs in other countries , the growing numbers of Sikh converts in the west is influencing the suppressed Hindu communities in Pakistan.


That aside, the negative activities of detractors and their fake books, and increasing violent dramas in Gurduaras has not yet dampened the would be Sikhs in Pakistan.The Pakistani Sikh converts are influenced more by the positive message of Guru Granth sahib, thus find it regenerates their confidence and image in Pakistan, as a Sikh.They found that being Sikhs it gave them multiple preaxis to dignity, esteem and empowers them as individuals and as Sikhs.

Hinduism is looked upon negatively,in Pakistan because when the fanatical Hindu right wingers -RSS create issues of divide and rule among minorities and take their anger out on Muslims and Dalits,in India,there is a reaction among the Moslem nations towards such atrocities being committed upon the minorities.

It is no different in Pakistan, as the Muslims react towards the Hindus in Pakistan.The Hindu society does not feel safe within Pakistan, in most circumstances, but esspecially so,when they are harrased as result of RSS activities in India.


There are many instances and reports of young Hindu girls being abductted and forcefully indulged into Nikkah .There are countless instances that attacks upon hindus have taken place.

But such has not taken place against Sikhs, bar a few cases from the tribal taliban infested areas, where some Sikh victims have been reported too, along with thousands of Muslim victims.The tribal areas generally have no Hindu population.

The Muslim brotherhood regards the Sikhs as people of the Book. and beleivers of ONE God,like themselves.They recognise Sikhi demands goodwill and respect towards all humanity both in words and actions.They also understand that the philosophy of Guru Granth sahib is very much closer to the Koran.They have much respect for Sikhs and regard them very disciplined and honourable society of people

Thus, such conditions, has created a bee line for many Hindus to adopt Sikhism readily.A recent BBC, report investigation into the religions of Pakistan 2017.confirmed the rising conversion of Hindus into Sikhism, not only in Sindh, but Khairpur,and Balochistan.


In 1947, the entire Sikh population had left Sind.But now, in a Karachi suburb,of Oop Ngri, lives Sr Krishan Singh, who previously was a Hindu, and worshipper of Ram Chander and various gods like Mahakaal , Durga Devi etc.

Not too long back,about 10 years ago, he along with his two sons,four brothers,and two nephews initiated into the Sikh religion.

Sr Krishna Singh admits that since they adopted Sikhism, their relations with the local authorities and the surrounding muslim society has improved tremendously, and they are very respectfully addressed as SARDAR SAHIB, and looked upon with great awe and not with contempt or opposition.

It does not stop there, socially they have very cordial relationship with muslims and they are invited to intermingle in muslim marriages, and get togethers, where vegetrian foods are prepared for them, specially.

Sr Krishan Singh says"When we were hindus, we were never regarded with much respect., often sent to coventry, in our presense."

The population of Krishan Singh's surburb was initially all Hindu,but currently there are 40 Sikh families, who have all adopted Sikhism from Hinduism.Most of the people are from Baghrri sub castes.The building of a very large Gurduara is taking place, currently,supported by funding from expartriate Sikhs.The Gurduara will be able to seat 500 people.

Duruu Singh is the jathedar of this Gurduara and locality.Duruu Singh says, that when ever Hindus go in jathas to Nankana Sahib and meet the foreign Sikhs who have arrived;they get very influenced by the love shown by these foreign Sikhs, that many on return decide to also adopt Sikh faith.

He goes on to say, that often, stones and garbage are thrown at the statues of devis and devtas, by the local muslim population.Often, abuse also takes place of the statues, and individual persons of Hindu community.But such actions are NOT commited against Gurduaras or the visible Sikhs.

This why hindus and dalits in Pakistan are increasingly adopting the Sikh faith.During recent gurpurab of Guru Gobind Singh, the police was made available to ensure Sikhs could celebrate the nager Kirtan without any issue.No issues even rose as the local Muslims joined together with Sikhs in the celebration.Hindu festivals cannot be celebrated openly.

Karachi's Aram bagh Gurduara, has been now opened after 24 year long legal case, and Sikhs have started thronging that Gurduara.Before 1947, there were over 7 Gurduaras in Karachi, but have been run down due to lack of care.Duruu Singh says, if all these Gurduaras are re opened , Sikh numbers will certainly increase.


A Sr Hira Singh is an advocate,in the High Court of Sind.He converted to Sikhism long time ago, says that about 1100 people from the Dalit brotherhood have converted to Sikhism through his own private efforts in the last 5 years.He teaches them the messages of Guru Granth sahib,care and love for humanity and hard work-thus 1100 have become SARDARS.These were people who even the Hindus rejected and would not offer their glasses to drink water from.Now everybody referes to them as SARDAR JI.....Sardar sahib.


There is a substantil Hindu minority in Sind,who believes in Guru Nanak Ji.There is a Guru Granth in many mandirs along with the statues of mahakal, durga devi or Ram Chander.

Now, as the increasing Sikh population is building their separate Gurduaras, there is no such pooja or duality of worshipping mythology or puranic verses..Sr Hira Singh says, that he preaches Sikhs do NOT worship idols or puranic teachings.New converts take that seriously, and concentrate upon the sole teachings of Guru Granth sahib, Gurbani ONLY.


The leader of Pakistan Hindu Council Mangla Sharma, grudgingly accepts that there is a substantial scale conversion going on among Hindus into Sikhism.He also admits that this is not an organised conversion, but people intiating into Sikhsim on their own free will.He says that 20-25 years ago, there was NOT a single VISIBLE Sikh to be seen in SIND, nor there was ever a seat for Sikhs in the National Sssembly of Sind, all this has changed now.

He goes on to say that since from 2000,many good Sikh deeds hit the news headlines, people started taking notice of the Sikh religion.The people who adopted the Sikh religion soon found it was to their advantage to be Sikhs, both in community and also politically in government, and as said already it offerred them multiple opportunities to enrichen and enhance their own standing and quality of life in Pakistan

Mangal goes on to say, the teachings of Sikhism are very universal and it can be seen the Sikhs are a very cohersive community and support each other closely both in business and other aspects of life.They are on a very positive financial footing and well respected among Muslims and government.

Also in recent times, the Sikhs took a leading role,in a case in Sind high court against alcohol prohibition with great success, and earning respect among Muslims.
Secondly,there was census box for Sikhs in the National Census,now they have won that right too, which has boosted the Sikhs..

Finally Mangal says that the success of Sikhs in foreign western and other countries has filtered through, which has created an impressive image of being Sikhs, has persuaded many to convert to Sikhism in Pakistan.

I have photos of Sr Kishan Singh and Sr Hira Singh, but have found some difficulties in loading them.Will try later.:kaurflagred::kaurflagblue:

I have been in Pakistan last year. I have found Pakistanis to be wonderful people; very loving and respectful indeed. The way the Sikhs are being given status in Senate and government job even in Army and in games it is commendable. Their respect for Sikhs was visible. Since I am born in Pakistan I longed to visit my place of birth 89 JB Rattan, Lyallpur. I could not go since the route was previously chalked out and we could not go away from that. I still recite Ghalib: mazhab nahin sikhata aps mein bair rakhna. Why have we been separated not to meet again! Can the borders of both countries be open for all citizens as was proposed by S. Manmohan Singh and Musharaf? This will make my dream visiting my birth place before I leave. As it is; I am 73 now and cannot wait too long!
 

Sikhilove

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May 11, 2016
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Sikhism is on rise in Pakistan -amazing?but it is true....

Gurcharan Singh,
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia


After many years of difficulties in Karachi, for Sikhs, the fortunes appear to be changing now in the last ten years or so.The growth of Sikhism is renewing in Pakistan with great enthusiasm.Greater good deeds by Sikhs at international level , the success of Sikhs in other countries , the growing numbers of Sikh converts in the west is influencing the suppressed Hindu communities in Pakistan.


That aside, the negative activities of detractors and their fake books, and increasing violent dramas in Gurduaras has not yet dampened the would be Sikhs in Pakistan.The Pakistani Sikh converts are influenced more by the positive message of Guru Granth sahib, thus find it regenerates their confidence and image in Pakistan, as a Sikh.They found that being Sikhs it gave them multiple preaxis to dignity, esteem and empowers them as individuals and as Sikhs.

Hinduism is looked upon negatively,in Pakistan because when the fanatical Hindu right wingers -RSS create issues of divide and rule among minorities and take their anger out on Muslims and Dalits,in India,there is a reaction among the Moslem nations towards such atrocities being committed upon the minorities.

It is no different in Pakistan, as the Muslims react towards the Hindus in Pakistan.The Hindu society does not feel safe within Pakistan, in most circumstances, but esspecially so,when they are harrased as result of RSS activities in India.


There are many instances and reports of young Hindu girls being abductted and forcefully indulged into Nikkah .There are countless instances that attacks upon hindus have taken place.

But such has not taken place against Sikhs, bar a few cases from the tribal taliban infested areas, where some Sikh victims have been reported too, along with thousands of Muslim victims.The tribal areas generally have no Hindu population.

The Muslim brotherhood regards the Sikhs as people of the Book. and beleivers of ONE God,like themselves.They recognise Sikhi demands goodwill and respect towards all humanity both in words and actions.They also understand that the philosophy of Guru Granth sahib is very much closer to the Koran.They have much respect for Sikhs and regard them very disciplined and honourable society of people

Thus, such conditions, has created a bee line for many Hindus to adopt Sikhism readily.A recent BBC, report investigation into the religions of Pakistan 2017.confirmed the rising conversion of Hindus into Sikhism, not only in Sindh, but Khairpur,and Balochistan.


In 1947, the entire Sikh population had left Sind.But now, in a Karachi suburb,of Oop Ngri, lives Sr Krishan Singh, who previously was a Hindu, and worshipper of Ram Chander and various gods like Mahakaal , Durga Devi etc.

Not too long back,about 10 years ago, he along with his two sons,four brothers,and two nephews initiated into the Sikh religion.

Sr Krishna Singh admits that since they adopted Sikhism, their relations with the local authorities and the surrounding muslim society has improved tremendously, and they are very respectfully addressed as SARDAR SAHIB, and looked upon with great awe and not with contempt or opposition.

It does not stop there, socially they have very cordial relationship with muslims and they are invited to intermingle in muslim marriages, and get togethers, where vegetrian foods are prepared for them, specially.

Sr Krishan Singh says"When we were hindus, we were never regarded with much respect., often sent to coventry, in our presense."

The population of Krishan Singh's surburb was initially all Hindu,but currently there are 40 Sikh families, who have all adopted Sikhism from Hinduism.Most of the people are from Baghrri sub castes.The building of a very large Gurduara is taking place, currently,supported by funding from expartriate Sikhs.The Gurduara will be able to seat 500 people.

Duruu Singh is the jathedar of this Gurduara and locality.Duruu Singh says, that when ever Hindus go in jathas to Nankana Sahib and meet the foreign Sikhs who have arrived;they get very influenced by the love shown by these foreign Sikhs, that many on return decide to also adopt Sikh faith.

He goes on to say, that often, stones and garbage are thrown at the statues of devis and devtas, by the local muslim population.Often, abuse also takes place of the statues, and individual persons of Hindu community.But such actions are NOT commited against Gurduaras or the visible Sikhs.

This why hindus and dalits in Pakistan are increasingly adopting the Sikh faith.During recent gurpurab of Guru Gobind Singh, the police was made available to ensure Sikhs could celebrate the nager Kirtan without any issue.No issues even rose as the local Muslims joined together with Sikhs in the celebration.Hindu festivals cannot be celebrated openly.

Karachi's Aram bagh Gurduara, has been now opened after 24 year long legal case, and Sikhs have started thronging that Gurduara.Before 1947, there were over 7 Gurduaras in Karachi, but have been run down due to lack of care.Duruu Singh says, if all these Gurduaras are re opened , Sikh numbers will certainly increase.


A Sr Hira Singh is an advocate,in the High Court of Sind.He converted to Sikhism long time ago, says that about 1100 people from the Dalit brotherhood have converted to Sikhism through his own private efforts in the last 5 years.He teaches them the messages of Guru Granth sahib,care and love for humanity and hard work-thus 1100 have become SARDARS.These were people who even the Hindus rejected and would not offer their glasses to drink water from.Now everybody referes to them as SARDAR JI.....Sardar sahib.


There is a substantil Hindu minority in Sind,who believes in Guru Nanak Ji.There is a Guru Granth in many mandirs along with the statues of mahakal, durga devi or Ram Chander.

Now, as the increasing Sikh population is building their separate Gurduaras, there is no such pooja or duality of worshipping mythology or puranic verses..Sr Hira Singh says, that he preaches Sikhs do NOT worship idols or puranic teachings.New converts take that seriously, and concentrate upon the sole teachings of Guru Granth sahib, Gurbani ONLY.


The leader of Pakistan Hindu Council Mangla Sharma, grudgingly accepts that there is a substantial scale conversion going on among Hindus into Sikhism.He also admits that this is not an organised conversion, but people intiating into Sikhsim on their own free will.He says that 20-25 years ago, there was NOT a single VISIBLE Sikh to be seen in SIND, nor there was ever a seat for Sikhs in the National Sssembly of Sind, all this has changed now.

He goes on to say that since from 2000,many good Sikh deeds hit the news headlines, people started taking notice of the Sikh religion.The people who adopted the Sikh religion soon found it was to their advantage to be Sikhs, both in community and also politically in government, and as said already it offerred them multiple opportunities to enrichen and enhance their own standing and quality of life in Pakistan

Mangal goes on to say, the teachings of Sikhism are very universal and it can be seen the Sikhs are a very cohersive community and support each other closely both in business and other aspects of life.They are on a very positive financial footing and well respected among Muslims and government.

Also in recent times, the Sikhs took a leading role,in a case in Sind high court against alcohol prohibition with great success, and earning respect among Muslims.
Secondly,there was census box for Sikhs in the National Census,now they have won that right too, which has boosted the Sikhs..

Finally Mangal says that the success of Sikhs in foreign western and other countries has filtered through, which has created an impressive image of being Sikhs, has persuaded many to convert to Sikhism in Pakistan.

I have photos of Sr Kishan Singh and Sr Hira Singh, but have found some difficulties in loading them.Will try later.:kaurflagred::kaurflagblue:

This post was so long. There are so many great posts on here but some may lack the time to read through these. Summaries would be great
 

sukhsingh

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Sikhism is on rise in Pakistan -amazing?but it is true....

Gurcharan Singh,
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia


After many years of difficulties in Karachi, for Sikhs, the fortunes appear to be changing now in the last ten years or so.The growth of Sikhism is renewing in Pakistan with great enthusiasm.Greater good deeds by Sikhs at international level , the success of Sikhs in other countries , the growing numbers of Sikh converts in the west is influencing the suppressed Hindu communities in Pakistan.


That aside, the negative activities of detractors and their fake books, and increasing violent dramas in Gurduaras has not yet dampened the would be Sikhs in Pakistan.The Pakistani Sikh converts are influenced more by the positive message of Guru Granth sahib, thus find it regenerates their confidence and image in Pakistan, as a Sikh.They found that being Sikhs it gave them multiple preaxis to dignity, esteem and empowers them as individuals and as Sikhs.

Hinduism is looked upon negatively,in Pakistan because when the fanatical Hindu right wingers -RSS create issues of divide and rule among minorities and take their anger out on Muslims and Dalits,in India,there is a reaction among the Moslem nations towards such atrocities being committed upon the minorities.

It is no different in Pakistan, as the Muslims react towards the Hindus in Pakistan.The Hindu society does not feel safe within Pakistan, in most circumstances, but esspecially so,when they are harrased as result of RSS activities in India.


There are many instances and reports of young Hindu girls being abductted and forcefully indulged into Nikkah .There are countless instances that attacks upon hindus have taken place.

But such has not taken place against Sikhs, bar a few cases from the tribal taliban infested areas, where some Sikh victims have been reported too, along with thousands of Muslim victims.The tribal areas generally have no Hindu population.

The Muslim brotherhood regards the Sikhs as people of the Book. and beleivers of ONE God,like themselves.They recognise Sikhi demands goodwill and respect towards all humanity both in words and actions.They also understand that the philosophy of Guru Granth sahib is very much closer to the Koran.They have much respect for Sikhs and regard them very disciplined and honourable society of people

Thus, such conditions, has created a bee line for many Hindus to adopt Sikhism readily.A recent BBC, report investigation into the religions of Pakistan 2017.confirmed the rising conversion of Hindus into Sikhism, not only in Sindh, but Khairpur,and Balochistan.


In 1947, the entire Sikh population had left Sind.But now, in a Karachi suburb,of Oop Ngri, lives Sr Krishan Singh, who previously was a Hindu, and worshipper of Ram Chander and various gods like Mahakaal , Durga Devi etc.

Not too long back,about 10 years ago, he along with his two sons,four brothers,and two nephews initiated into the Sikh religion.

Sr Krishna Singh admits that since they adopted Sikhism, their relations with the local authorities and the surrounding muslim society has improved tremendously, and they are very respectfully addressed as SARDAR SAHIB, and looked upon with great awe and not with contempt or opposition.

It does not stop there, socially they have very cordial relationship with muslims and they are invited to intermingle in muslim marriages, and get togethers, where vegetrian foods are prepared for them, specially.

Sr Krishan Singh says"When we were hindus, we were never regarded with much respect., often sent to coventry, in our presense."

The population of Krishan Singh's surburb was initially all Hindu,but currently there are 40 Sikh families, who have all adopted Sikhism from Hinduism.Most of the people are from Baghrri sub castes.The building of a very large Gurduara is taking place, currently,supported by funding from expartriate Sikhs.The Gurduara will be able to seat 500 people.

Duruu Singh is the jathedar of this Gurduara and locality.Duruu Singh says, that when ever Hindus go in jathas to Nankana Sahib and meet the foreign Sikhs who have arrived;they get very influenced by the love shown by these foreign Sikhs, that many on return decide to also adopt Sikh faith.

He goes on to say, that often, stones and garbage are thrown at the statues of devis and devtas, by the local muslim population.Often, abuse also takes place of the statues, and individual persons of Hindu community.But such actions are NOT commited against Gurduaras or the visible Sikhs.

This why hindus and dalits in Pakistan are increasingly adopting the Sikh faith.During recent gurpurab of Guru Gobind Singh, the police was made available to ensure Sikhs could celebrate the nager Kirtan without any issue.No issues even rose as the local Muslims joined together with Sikhs in the celebration.Hindu festivals cannot be celebrated openly.

Karachi's Aram bagh Gurduara, has been now opened after 24 year long legal case, and Sikhs have started thronging that Gurduara.Before 1947, there were over 7 Gurduaras in Karachi, but have been run down due to lack of care.Duruu Singh says, if all these Gurduaras are re opened , Sikh numbers will certainly increase.


A Sr Hira Singh is an advocate,in the High Court of Sind.He converted to Sikhism long time ago, says that about 1100 people from the Dalit brotherhood have converted to Sikhism through his own private efforts in the last 5 years.He teaches them the messages of Guru Granth sahib,care and love for humanity and hard work-thus 1100 have become SARDARS.These were people who even the Hindus rejected and would not offer their glasses to drink water from.Now everybody referes to them as SARDAR JI.....Sardar sahib.


There is a substantil Hindu minority in Sind,who believes in Guru Nanak Ji.There is a Guru Granth in many mandirs along with the statues of mahakal, durga devi or Ram Chander.

Now, as the increasing Sikh population is building their separate Gurduaras, there is no such pooja or duality of worshipping mythology or puranic verses..Sr Hira Singh says, that he preaches Sikhs do NOT worship idols or puranic teachings.New converts take that seriously, and concentrate upon the sole teachings of Guru Granth sahib, Gurbani ONLY.


The leader of Pakistan Hindu Council Mangla Sharma, grudgingly accepts that there is a substantial scale conversion going on among Hindus into Sikhism.He also admits that this is not an organised conversion, but people intiating into Sikhsim on their own free will.He says that 20-25 years ago, there was NOT a single VISIBLE Sikh to be seen in SIND, nor there was ever a seat for Sikhs in the National Sssembly of Sind, all this has changed now.

He goes on to say that since from 2000,many good Sikh deeds hit the news headlines, people started taking notice of the Sikh religion.The people who adopted the Sikh religion soon found it was to their advantage to be Sikhs, both in community and also politically in government, and as said already it offerred them multiple opportunities to enrichen and enhance their own standing and quality of life in Pakistan

Mangal goes on to say, the teachings of Sikhism are very universal and it can be seen the Sikhs are a very cohersive community and support each other closely both in business and other aspects of life.They are on a very positive financial footing and well respected among Muslims and government.

Also in recent times, the Sikhs took a leading role,in a case in Sind high court against alcohol prohibition with great success, and earning respect among Muslims.
Secondly,there was census box for Sikhs in the National Census,now they have won that right too, which has boosted the Sikhs..

Finally Mangal says that the success of Sikhs in foreign western and other countries has filtered through, which has created an impressive image of being Sikhs, has persuaded many to convert to Sikhism in Pakistan.

I have photos of Sr Kishan Singh and Sr Hira Singh, but have found some difficulties in loading them.Will try later.:kaurflagred::kaurflagblue:
What is your point.. Why do you care whether 'sikhi' is on the rise and more importantly why is it that you think 'conversion' of so called 'Hindus' to Sikhs is congruent to sikh philosophy..

Check your head and find better things to talk about
 

Tejwant Singh

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Sikhism is on rise in Pakistan -amazing?but it is true....

Gurcharan Singh,
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia


After many years of difficulties in Karachi, for Sikhs, the fortunes appear to be changing now in the last ten years or so.The growth of Sikhism is renewing in Pakistan with great enthusiasm.Greater good deeds by Sikhs at international level , the success of Sikhs in other countries , the growing numbers of Sikh converts in the west is influencing the suppressed Hindu communities in Pakistan.


That aside, the negative activities of detractors and their fake books, and increasing violent dramas in Gurduaras has not yet dampened the would be Sikhs in Pakistan.The Pakistani Sikh converts are influenced more by the positive message of Guru Granth sahib, thus find it regenerates their confidence and image in Pakistan, as a Sikh.They found that being Sikhs it gave them multiple preaxis to dignity, esteem and empowers them as individuals and as Sikhs.

Hinduism is looked upon negatively,in Pakistan because when the fanatical Hindu right wingers -RSS create issues of divide and rule among minorities and take their anger out on Muslims and Dalits,in India,there is a reaction among the Moslem nations towards such atrocities being committed upon the minorities.

It is no different in Pakistan, as the Muslims react towards the Hindus in Pakistan.The Hindu society does not feel safe within Pakistan, in most circumstances, but esspecially so,when they are harrased as result of RSS activities in India.


There are many instances and reports of young Hindu girls being abductted and forcefully indulged into Nikkah .There are countless instances that attacks upon hindus have taken place.

But such has not taken place against Sikhs, bar a few cases from the tribal taliban infested areas, where some Sikh victims have been reported too, along with thousands of Muslim victims.The tribal areas generally have no Hindu population.

The Muslim brotherhood regards the Sikhs as people of the Book. and beleivers of ONE God,like themselves.They recognise Sikhi demands goodwill and respect towards all humanity both in words and actions.They also understand that the philosophy of Guru Granth sahib is very much closer to the Koran.They have much respect for Sikhs and regard them very disciplined and honourable society of people

Thus, such conditions, has created a bee line for many Hindus to adopt Sikhism readily.A recent BBC, report investigation into the religions of Pakistan 2017.confirmed the rising conversion of Hindus into Sikhism, not only in Sindh, but Khairpur,and Balochistan.


In 1947, the entire Sikh population had left Sind.But now, in a Karachi suburb,of Oop Ngri, lives Sr Krishan Singh, who previously was a Hindu, and worshipper of Ram Chander and various gods like Mahakaal , Durga Devi etc.

Not too long back,about 10 years ago, he along with his two sons,four brothers,and two nephews initiated into the Sikh religion.

Sr Krishna Singh admits that since they adopted Sikhism, their relations with the local authorities and the surrounding muslim society has improved tremendously, and they are very respectfully addressed as SARDAR SAHIB, and looked upon with great awe and not with contempt or opposition.

It does not stop there, socially they have very cordial relationship with muslims and they are invited to intermingle in muslim marriages, and get togethers, where vegetrian foods are prepared for them, specially.

Sr Krishan Singh says"When we were hindus, we were never regarded with much respect., often sent to coventry, in our presense."

The population of Krishan Singh's surburb was initially all Hindu,but currently there are 40 Sikh families, who have all adopted Sikhism from Hinduism.Most of the people are from Baghrri sub castes.The building of a very large Gurduara is taking place, currently,supported by funding from expartriate Sikhs.The Gurduara will be able to seat 500 people.

Duruu Singh is the jathedar of this Gurduara and locality.Duruu Singh says, that when ever Hindus go in jathas to Nankana Sahib and meet the foreign Sikhs who have arrived;they get very influenced by the love shown by these foreign Sikhs, that many on return decide to also adopt Sikh faith.

He goes on to say, that often, stones and garbage are thrown at the statues of devis and devtas, by the local muslim population.Often, abuse also takes place of the statues, and individual persons of Hindu community.But such actions are NOT commited against Gurduaras or the visible Sikhs.

This why hindus and dalits in Pakistan are increasingly adopting the Sikh faith.During recent gurpurab of Guru Gobind Singh, the police was made available to ensure Sikhs could celebrate the nager Kirtan without any issue.No issues even rose as the local Muslims joined together with Sikhs in the celebration.Hindu festivals cannot be celebrated openly.

Karachi's Aram bagh Gurduara, has been now opened after 24 year long legal case, and Sikhs have started thronging that Gurduara.Before 1947, there were over 7 Gurduaras in Karachi, but have been run down due to lack of care.Duruu Singh says, if all these Gurduaras are re opened , Sikh numbers will certainly increase.


A Sr Hira Singh is an advocate,in the High Court of Sind.He converted to Sikhism long time ago, says that about 1100 people from the Dalit brotherhood have converted to Sikhism through his own private efforts in the last 5 years.He teaches them the messages of Guru Granth sahib,care and love for humanity and hard work-thus 1100 have become SARDARS.These were people who even the Hindus rejected and would not offer their glasses to drink water from.Now everybody referes to them as SARDAR JI.....Sardar sahib.


There is a substantil Hindu minority in Sind,who believes in Guru Nanak Ji.There is a Guru Granth in many mandirs along with the statues of mahakal, durga devi or Ram Chander.

Now, as the increasing Sikh population is building their separate Gurduaras, there is no such pooja or duality of worshipping mythology or puranic verses..Sr Hira Singh says, that he preaches Sikhs do NOT worship idols or puranic teachings.New converts take that seriously, and concentrate upon the sole teachings of Guru Granth sahib, Gurbani ONLY.


The leader of Pakistan Hindu Council Mangla Sharma, grudgingly accepts that there is a substantial scale conversion going on among Hindus into Sikhism.He also admits that this is not an organised conversion, but people intiating into Sikhsim on their own free will.He says that 20-25 years ago, there was NOT a single VISIBLE Sikh to be seen in SIND, nor there was ever a seat for Sikhs in the National Sssembly of Sind, all this has changed now.

He goes on to say that since from 2000,many good Sikh deeds hit the news headlines, people started taking notice of the Sikh religion.The people who adopted the Sikh religion soon found it was to their advantage to be Sikhs, both in community and also politically in government, and as said already it offerred them multiple opportunities to enrichen and enhance their own standing and quality of life in Pakistan

Mangal goes on to say, the teachings of Sikhism are very universal and it can be seen the Sikhs are a very cohersive community and support each other closely both in business and other aspects of life.They are on a very positive financial footing and well respected among Muslims and government.

Also in recent times, the Sikhs took a leading role,in a case in Sind high court against alcohol prohibition with great success, and earning respect among Muslims.
Secondly,there was census box for Sikhs in the National Census,now they have won that right too, which has boosted the Sikhs..

Finally Mangal says that the success of Sikhs in foreign western and other countries has filtered through, which has created an impressive image of being Sikhs, has persuaded many to convert to Sikhism in Pakistan.

I have photos of Sr Kishan Singh and Sr Hira Singh, but have found some difficulties in loading them.Will try later.:kaurflagred::kaurflagblue:


Here is the other side of the coin from the recent news.

Sikh community in Hangu 'being forced to convert' - The Express Tribune
 

gjsingh

SPNer
Oct 29, 2013
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Here is the other side of the coin from the recent news.

Sikh community in Hangu 'being forced to convert' - The Express Tribune

Exactly!

On the one hand I think it is perfectly reasonable for a Dalit to convert to a religion that doesn't degrade them in Pakistan or any other country on earth. But this story alarms me as a humanitarian, because freedom of conscience means one should be allowed to be Hindu if your soul is Hindu. The example of Guru Teg Bahadur comes to mind.

Pakistan sounds like a shitty country to live in for Sikhs, Hindus, Ahmadis, Shia, etc. That is the impression one gets from the news anyways.
 

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