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Supporting your local Gurdwara through donations is a profound act of generosity that helps sustain the vibrant spiritual and communal life of the Sikh community. By contributing to the Gurdwara, you are not only providing financial support for its upkeep and operations but also ensuring that vital services such as langar (community kitchen), educational programs, and social initiatives continue to benefit those in need. Your donation echoes the values of seva (selfless service) and compassion taught by Sikhism, fostering a sense of unity and solidarity within the community. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference in upholding the principles of equality, inclusivity, and humanitarianism that lie at the heart of the Sikh faith. Join hands with us in nurturing a space of spiritual growth, cultural preservation, and community empowerment by donating to your local Gurdwara today.
what is
Dasvandh
Dasvandh, which literally means “tenth part”, is the tithing practice of contributing a portion of your earnings in the name of your Guru or spiritual source. The principle of Dasvandh is that if you give to the Infinite, Infinity, in turn, will give back to you. It is a spiritual practice through which you build trust in the ability of the Infinite to respond to the flow of love and energy that you give. This energy then expands tenfold and flows back to you in abundance. Sikhs began bringing offerings during the time of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak (1469-1539) the founder of the Sikh Path. Guru Nanak Dev Ji promoted the concept and virtue of Dasvandh in his bani. He said:
ਘਾਲਿ ਖਾਇ ਕਿਛੁ ਹਥਹੁ ਦੇਇ ॥ ਨਾਨਕ ਰਾਹੁ ਪਛਾਣਹਿ ਸੇਇ ॥੧॥
ghaal khaa-ay kichh hathahu day-ay. naanak raahu pachhaaneh say-ay. (1)
One who works for what he eats, and gives some of what he has – O Nanak, he knows the Path. (1)
Guru Amar Das, the third Sikh Guru, started the formal tradition of a free kitchen and serving langar (blessed food) to everyone, as equals regardless of race, class, gender, faith and ethnicity. He called upon his Sikhs to bring a portion of their crops and earnings to share in the community kitchen.
During the time of the fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan, the Sikh community fell upon difficult financial times. Sikh leaders became so concerned that they went to Guru Arjan for a solution. Guru Arjan knew the cosmic principle of Dasvandh would reverse the trend and multiply their prosperity. He instructed his beloved Sikhs that the solution was for every person to donate one-tenth of their time and earnings to the infinite therefore expanding their service and spiritual realm.
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