Glossary

Literally "Temple of God." The Punjabi name for the Golden Temple.

The self-centeredness (ego) of a human, which can only be overcome through meditation on God’s name (naam).

Indian Army rank equivalent to Sergeant

The annual spring festival held at Anandpur Sahib or Annual gathering of Sikhs at Anandpur Sahib initiated by Shri Guru Gobind Ji in 1680.

Literally "divine will." A decree by a high authority. Can also refer to a passage from the Guru Granth Sahib, selected by randomly opening the Sikh scripture during a daily ceremony. The passage is considered by Sikhs as the divine "command of the Guru" for the day.