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Sukhdeep Singh are patake allowed?
Gursimran SIngh Jeeo,
Hindus celebrate Diwali by lighting lamps. lighting fireworks, and eating sweet foods.It would not
make sense for Gursikhs to emulate the Hindus when celebrating GurSikh events like Bandi Chhor DIvas.
It would be equivalent to lighting up Christmas tress for those who celebrate the Shaheedi of the
Sahibzadey during Christmas time. Gursikhs celebrate by coming together and singing/listening
to Gurbani Kirtan. Outward displays dont have much significance in Sikhi.
I liked the picture that Bhai Methab SIngh Ji posted because of the bright lights. Looking at the brightness
of Sri Harmandir Sahib reminded me of Bhai Rama SIngh Jis prophecy in which he states Sri Harmandir
Sahib is going to be adorned with extremely bright jewels ( diamonds, rubies) given by Guru Sahib. Yes, Im sure
if people see the bright lights and fireworks they will be under the impression SIkhs are HIndus who celebrate
Diwali, and to avoid such thinking managment at Harmandir Sahib should refrain from using fireworks on Diwali.
ਸਤਿਗੁਰਬਚਨਕਮਾਵਣੇਸਚਾਏਹੁਵੀਚਾਰੁ॥
, and they have their subtle and nearly invisible logo on 2 spots on the picture.