Khanda

WaheGuru Ji Ka Khalsa, WaheGuru Ji Ki Fateh.

The Khanda is found on the Nishan Sahib and on the canopy over the Guru Granth Sahib Ji. The name is derived from the central symbol a Khanda which is a special type of double edged sword. A Khanda was used by Guru Gobind Singh Ji when preparing Amrit for the Panj Pyarey (five beloved ones).

Khanda - the central double edged sword
Represents the creative power of One God.

Chakra - circle
Represents the omni presence of God and universal brotherhood. By implication the rejection of caste, ritualism, superstitions and racial and gender inequality.

Piri - left sword
Represents spiritual freedom.

Two edges of the double-edged sword.
Represents freedom and justice. This is what the Khalsa Panth stands for.

Miri - right sword
Represents political freedom.

This monument celebrates 300 years of the Khalsa Panth. It is on Leeds Road, next to the Guru Gobind Singh Gurdwara.