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Lesson 2: The Khanda

The Khanda is an important symbol of Sikhs. Khanda was first

introduced by the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind Ji.

Where is Khanda Used?

A Khanda is found on the Nishan Sahib, or Sikh flag. A Khanda is used

as a pin worn on the turban. A Khanda can be used as a vehicle hood

ornament. It can be embroidered on clothing. It can be used in poster

and artwork on a wall. A Khanda is used on banners and on floats in

parades. A Khanda is used as a decoration on Gurdwaras, in the gates,

and in homes. A Khanda is used to identifying Sikhism websites.

Parts of a Khanda

A Khanda is a symbol and an article. It is made of four parts.

1. Khanda in the middle is a double-edged sword.

This sword represents Divine Knowledge that

destroys the false knowledge. Divine knowledge

is wisdom to know what is right and true.

People who have Divine knowledge do not do

wrong actions. What can be wrong actions?

A. Telling a lie is a wrong action.

B. Hurting someone’s feelings is a wrong action.
C. Saying bad words is a wrong action.

D. Not listening to your parents and fighting with them is a

wrong action.

E. Hitting someone is a wrong action.

F. Saying bad things about someone is a wrong action.

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