Sikhism: Epitome of global peace and harmony

Sikhism is the youngest religion of the world founded by Guru Nanak in the fifteenth century. The fundamental principles of Sikhism have been enshrined in the Holy Scripture, Sri Guru Granth Sahib (SGGS). These principles includes; faith in one universal God, unity of all mankind, striving for social justice for all, emphasis on selfless service, honest livelihood and ethical conduct, which are the bedrock of universal peace. Global peace and harmony is an ideal state of benevolence or goodwill, mutual care, love, freedom, human unity for the welfare of all and happiness among all people and nations. The modern world is saturated with conflicts and sufferings. The contemporary issues like war, terrorism, nuclear weapons proliferation, racial killings, xenophobia, poverty, economic inequality and religious intolerance are the major threats to global peace. The doctrines of Sikhism such as Sangat (holy congregation), Pangat (equality), Wand Chhakna (sharing with others), Sarbat da Bhala (universal welfare), universal brotherhood, peaceful co-existence, liberty and fraternity, offers a realistic approach to attain our well-cherished goal of global peace and harmony.