[Video] Siri Guru Granth Sahib Conference 2017

[Video] Siri Guru Granth Sahib Conference 2017

On August 19th, the 6th Annual Siri Guru Granth Sahib Conference took place at the Sikh Gurdwara San Jose in San Jose, California. Thought-provoking presentations were given by a range of authors and scholars on the theme of applying the timeless, universal message of SGGS – across centuries, cultures, religions and continents – in today’s world.

If you missed out on this year's event you can still experience the wonderful talks and presentations through video. Follow the links below to experience the wisdom and insight shared by the various speakers!

Kirtan by Youth -
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2240

Shabad 1: Tu Sajan tu Pritam mera , chiteh na bisreh kahoo bera ; Raag: Suhi
Shabad 2: Suhab, Suhab, Suhavi. Apney Pritam key Rang Rati; Raag: Suhi

Speeches by Youth -
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2230

Harnoor Kaur: Sikh Way of Life Inspired by Guru Nanak
Geeta Kaur: Sikh Way of Life inspired by the novel “Satwant Kaur” by Bhai Veer Singh
Sukhveer Singh: Sikh Way of Life inspired by Sikh Rehat maryada.

Living in Alignment with Hukam -
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2187
Abstract
In Japji Sahib, Guru Nanak Dev Ji asks how can we achieve union with the Divine and tear away the veil of illusion, and provides the answer – by living in harmony with the Divine Hukam “Kiv sachiara hoeeai — hukam rajai chalna Nanak likhya naal”. We will look what Hukam, the Divine Will or Command, is and how we can live our lives In harmony with Hukam.

ਗਲੋਬਲ ਸਰੋਕਾਰਾਂ ਵਾਲਾ ਧਰਮ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ : ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ -
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2189
Abstract
ਧਰਮ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਦੀ ਪਰੰਪਰਾ ਵਿਚ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦਾ ਆਪਣਾ ਇਕ ਨਿਵੇਕਲਾ ਮੁਕਾਮ ਹੈ। ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੀ ਵੱਡੀ ਵਿਲੱਖਣਤਾ ਇਹ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਉਸ ਦੇ ਸਰੋਕਾਰਾਂ ਦਾ ਘੇਰਾ ਬਹੁਤ ਵੱਡਾ ਹੈ। ਉਸ ਦੇ ਸਰੋਕਾਰ ਗਲੋਬਲ ਹਨ। ਉਸ ਦੇ ਸੰਦੇਸ਼ ਦੀ ਪ੍ਰਕ੍ਰਿਤੀ ਤੇ ਪਹੁੰਚ ਜਾਹਿਰਾ ਤੌਰ ’ਤੇ ਗਲੋਬਲ ਹੈ। ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੇ ਅਧਿਆਤਮਕ ਪਾਸਾਰ ਵਿਚ ਗਲੋਬਲ ਸਰੋਕਾਰਾਂ ਬਾਰੇ ਚਰਚਾ ਪ੍ਰਮੁੱਖਤਾ ਨਾਲ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੈ।

Interconnected Ethics: Living as Warrior-Saints for the Freedom and Equality of All - http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2207
Abstract
Today we see power structures erecting separatist ideologies along nationalistic, religious, ethnic, and racelines, escalating hate rhetoric and acts of violence, particularly aimed at our Sikh brothers and sisters. These divisive and harmful ideologies question the Unity and brotherhood of mankind that was revealed by Guru Nanak and enshrined in the Guru Granth Sahib which recognizes all of creation as One – IkOngKar....

Siri Guru Granth Sahib “A model of Human Harmony and Global Peace”
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2197
Abstract
Very well-known is the fact that the Bani complied in Sri Guru Granth Sahib is addressed to all the human beings and not to any one community or any one sect. The eternal message of Guru Granth Sahib is addressed to the welfare of all human beings above the boundaries of caste, colour, creed, culture and religion. It lies in loving, understanding, respecting and accepting the existence of others as well as prohibiting oneself from encroaching on freedom and rights of others.

By walking the walk with SGGS and our beloved Gurus, are Sikhs designed to be civic entrepreneurs, public ombudsmen, or leaders?
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2193
Abstract
Sikhi’s universal principles of Naam and its birth in a time of turmoil with 200 years of invasions, religious oppression and misuse, and Moghul and Brahman leadership has presented a way of life that is resilient, practical, inclusive, and of high ideals!

The use of cutting-edge AV technology to communicate the contemporary relevance of The Guru Granth Sahib.
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2199
Abstract
The talk will explain, with audiovisual examples, the use of 360° projection, 4DX technologies that work on all the senses, multi-channel spatial sound and holographic imaging to explain the contemporary relevance of the core values ensconced in Gurbani. The values showcased will be relevant to contemporary life and easily relatable to the youth of today, irrespective of their faith.

Apply the Guru’s Teachings to Progress from Human to Divine Love
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2202
Abstract
What is love? Scientists argue that “reducing love to its component parts helps us to understand human sexuality”. Love is not just a mental state that leads to physical bonding, it is the highest of human emotions. Throughout civilization, human beings have experienced and expressed Love for each other; some have described the attributes of Love through eulogies, poetry, drama, or fiction.

HUKAM: What it is and what it ain’t? -
http://www.chardikalaa.com/?p=2204
Abstract
All existence is the visible expression of Hukam and defies comprehension.
Hukum, central to most religions, often implies micromanagement by the Creator. Life is really the one breath we are engaged in at any given moment. The breath that preceded it is the past; the breath yet to be taken is the future, never guaranteed.