Tejwant Singh Ji
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Gurfateh
Another long post! But I do appreciate the many points you made. Unfortunately, I can only afford a few hours at the weekend for the forum.
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Tejwant ji, you give me too much credit while you sir are the knowledgeable one. I am but a mere learner.
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True, I am a sucker for Sakhis but only as long as they deliver a message, a moral in line with Gurmat. We must, of course, distinguish between man-gharant (fictitious) ‘sakhis’ and actual incidents from Sikh History. Both the examples I gave, are to the best of my knowledge, been widely circulated and accepted as actual events - I have no reason to disbelieve them. The ones in question here are certainly not far-fetched, in my opinion. I suppose every situation must be handled on its merits.
The above comments are based on how I feel and not a criticism of you or your views, which I always respect
Tejwant ji, your post touched on so many points that if I go on this would run into pages and render it of less interest to other readers - please do forgive me, if I don’t. Secondly there is only so much one can discuss and convey through writing – personal, face to face dialogue is much better and rewarding. You have such an excellent inquiring mind that your questions form the basis of ‘feeder matter’ for articles and essays. In your post you have directly or directly touched upon:
- miracles and Sikhism;
- the real meaning of <I>‘</I><I>na ko bairi nahin beganna’</I>;
- distortion and misrepresentation of Gurbani;
- Sadh Sangat and its impact on Sikhism and Sikh values;
- Ragis and the Kathavachaks – are they responsible for our woes;
- proving the authenticity of events and Bani;
- Similarities between Sikhism and other faiths.
Dealing with these under this thread will be both time consuming and digressing. In the process I may say something in haste only to regret it later. I am not cut out for internet discussions. I am much happier researching, writing articles and essays for my website and others and above all come to terms with my own spirituality. I only post selectively and most of my posts are in response to reactions relating to my articles by well meaning Sikhs like your esteemed self. This is largely due to constraints on my time. The week is largely claimed by work and family and the weekends by social occasions and functions. I hope to incorporate many of the issues you have raised in some of my essays, which you suggest I write and I will look forward to your comments<I></I>
Sincere thanks and kind regards ji.
Rajinder Singh ‘Arshi’
