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Lesson 3: The Nishan Sahib: The Sikh Flag

When we see a flag, we know it represents a country. Nishan Sahib is a

flag that does not represent a country, but it represents a Gurdwara. It

is a sign of Sikh royalty. It means that in the Gurdwara Sahib only the

rules and traditions given by our Gurus apply.

Every Gurdwara has a flag outside called Nishan Sahib. When you

see a Nishan Sahib, you know there is a Gurdwara there. You can go

in and see Guru Granth Sahib. You can also eat Langar.

The Nishan Sahib is orange or

Saffron colored triangular flag.

It has a Khanda in the center.

It is flown on a tall flagstaff

on the grounds of a Gurdwara.

The flagstaff is topped by a

steel Khanda.

The flagstaff is also covered by the

orange or saffron cloth.

Every Visakhi, Sadh Sangat in Gurdwaras hoist a new Nishan Sahib. It

is fun to watch. Next time on Visakhi, go to Gurdwara early in the

morning and watch the Nishan Sahib ceremony.

JUlqy inSwn rhyN

pMQ mhwrwj kyy!

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