Loved reading this. What a great piece to emphasis how many common threads bring us together in the world . Was thinking about the qs you ask at the bottom- thought I’d share my experiences.
My mum wanted to name me Sharanjit before my Naam Karan was done. We grew up with Babaji’s saroop at home in one of our rooms so it was extra special that my mum conducted the ceremony. When she sat to receive the humannama- Shh came up which was a win-win situation.
I went to quite a white secondary school with barely any Asians and was so insistent on being called Sharanjit from 11-18 and then Sharan just stuck!
Sharanjit meaning ‘victory through divine protection’ and it literally embodies my whole being- I’m forever thinking about how protected I feel by God. ❤️
How beautifully you've written, Anoopreet Di ! Your words about naming traditions and cultural ceremonies resonate deeply - they make us unique yet connect us all highlights the balance betweens individuality and unity . I wish we could sit together (for more time now )and discuss the many thoughtful ideas you've ... ... just like my name, Sahin, which means 'falcon' or 'one who flies high,' symbolizing uniqueness and royalty. My sister's name, Ekas, means 'solitariness' or 'oneness with the Creator.' Isn't it thoughtful of our parents and grandparents to give us such beautiful, meaningful names? That truly shapes our identities and connects us to our heritage 🤍
Sahin, I love that you connected with this piece. I remember standing outside Harmandir Sahib and you sharing that your grandmother named both you and Ekas. Such unique and beautiful names. We are very lucky indeed, to have so much thought put into bringing us into the world! 💫
I didn't realize there were so many fascinating naming rituals like this! It really does show that a name gives us a glimpse into generations of those who came before us and all that can be learned and integrated from such diverse backgrounds and cultures. 🙏🏻
Equally fascinated by the thought that has gone into each. It took me a long time to find this many, but I’m sure there are some I’ve missed still. I hope they are upheld 🙇🏽♀️
Loved reading this. What a great piece to emphasis how many common threads bring us together in the world . Was thinking about the qs you ask at the bottom- thought I’d share my experiences.
My mum wanted to name me Sharanjit before my Naam Karan was done. We grew up with Babaji’s saroop at home in one of our rooms so it was extra special that my mum conducted the ceremony. When she sat to receive the humannama- Shh came up which was a win-win situation.
I went to quite a white secondary school with barely any Asians and was so insistent on being called Sharanjit from 11-18 and then Sharan just stuck!
Sharanjit meaning ‘victory through divine protection’ and it literally embodies my whole being- I’m forever thinking about how protected I feel by God. ❤️
That last line. Wow. I’m so glad you know the story and are connected to the meaning of your name. Thank you for sharing 💫
How beautifully you've written, Anoopreet Di ! Your words about naming traditions and cultural ceremonies resonate deeply - they make us unique yet connect us all highlights the balance betweens individuality and unity . I wish we could sit together (for more time now )and discuss the many thoughtful ideas you've ... ... just like my name, Sahin, which means 'falcon' or 'one who flies high,' symbolizing uniqueness and royalty. My sister's name, Ekas, means 'solitariness' or 'oneness with the Creator.' Isn't it thoughtful of our parents and grandparents to give us such beautiful, meaningful names? That truly shapes our identities and connects us to our heritage 🤍
Sahin, I love that you connected with this piece. I remember standing outside Harmandir Sahib and you sharing that your grandmother named both you and Ekas. Such unique and beautiful names. We are very lucky indeed, to have so much thought put into bringing us into the world! 💫
I didn't realize there were so many fascinating naming rituals like this! It really does show that a name gives us a glimpse into generations of those who came before us and all that can be learned and integrated from such diverse backgrounds and cultures. 🙏🏻
Equally fascinated by the thought that has gone into each. It took me a long time to find this many, but I’m sure there are some I’ve missed still. I hope they are upheld 🙇🏽♀️
ALL. THE. FEELS.