While a legitimate conversation can be had around the degrees to which langar is “selfless” among Sikhs in the west, I offer that framing langar as “giving back” is a disservice.
Categories: Reflections, Sikhism • Tags: Balwand, Guru Angad, Langar, Mata Khivi, model minority myth, seva
When the legacy of the second Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Angad (1504-1552), is discussed, the building of institutions and infrastructure for the Sikh community is often mentioned. In particular, he is renowned for developing the Gurmukhi script (the basis of the Sikh scriptures) to make the Guru’s hymns more accessible, for furthering the cause of women’s rights, and for strengthening the institution of langar, the community kitchen started by Guru Nanak (his predecessor) that is open to all and […]
Categories: Events, Sikhism • Tags: Guru Angad, International Women's Day, Langar, Mata Khivi
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