Then ask these wise men how they address there own mothers without using that word?
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Gyani Gurbachan Singh speaking to the reporters stated that in traditional pious wisdom the word “mata” is only used for “mothers” of Gurus and for others such older than self. But now by design or accident using “Mata” with Bibi Kaulan ji’s name has created anxiety and as such the respective organizations are directed that for all societies, organizations in her memory that the word “mata” be immediately removed and word “Bibi Kaulan” be instated.
This appears a matter addressing about exploiting the potential of a historic Sikhism associated personality in inappropriate context by Nanaksarias.
On a separate note in the same communique, I found the following quite amusing,
The respected Singh Sahib also stated that “Gatka”(equivalent to fencing with wooden sticks and without electrodes or protective body gear) can only be played by Sikhs in Sikhism fatigue and those complying with Gurbani direction (refers to Amritdhari Sikhs).
I know as children at Khalsa College Amritsar we used to play it for fun. Now add another item for Khalsa police to enforce. I believe it is a slippery slope.
Sat Sri Akal.
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