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THE IMPORTANT WOMEN IN NANAK’S LIFE

Lesson Objectives:
1 To review the meaning of “tunn, munn and dhunn.”
2 To understand how important Mata Tripta and Bibi Nanaki were to young Nanak’s life.
3 To hear the story of Guru Nanak’s marriage and why it was unusual.
4 To learn how wrong it is to tell lies or say mean things about others.

Teachers, ask the students to say the Sikh greeting with you; then fold hands and do simran with the students.
Going around the room, ask each student to tell the class what “tunn” ,”munn” and “dhunn” mean in their own life. Ask if anyone has learned the meaning of Naam Juppna, Kirt Karni, and Wund Chhukna? Read more…

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Denmark: Exploring the Arts and Culture

Whether the interest lies in theatrical performances or enjoying the sweet sounds of the opera, Copenhagen offers several venues where one can experience the Scandinavian culture of arts and entertainment. Since it can be overwhelming to pick the venue, one could visit three well-known theatres in the city. The Royal Theatre, the Opera House and Nørrebro Theatre, however, are just three of the many venues in central Copenhagen. apartment in lviv

The Royal Theater
Over the past 250 years, the Royal Theatre has experienced many changes in terms of expansion and appearance. When its doors were first opened, the theatre proudly invited the public to experience the plays and arts performed on the stage. The original building was designed by Nicolai Eigtved, but after just ten years, the building had to be rebuilt. The new design was to accommodate a larger public audience and the new theatre was designed by C.F. Harsdorff. Read more…

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Los Angeles and Downtown Art Walk

Los Angeles has no shortage of distinguished art museums, but those looking for a more unconventional alternative can turn to the Downtown Art Walk. Every second Thursday of each month, thousands flock to what is usually a drab section of downtown Los Angeles, until it is transformed into an eclectic outdoor festival, replete with a motley hodgepodge of art, music, food and people. For fans of the Los Angeles art scene who are getting a little disenchanted with traditional settings, Art Walk is a welcome feast for all five senses. Read more…