QARSEVA — HERE TO SERVE.
Our inspiration
Rooted in the Sikh tradition of seva and the welfare of all; open to everyone.
Seva and Sarbat da Bhala
Seva means selfless service. Sarbat da Bhala expresses concern for the welfare of all. These ideas inspire our commitment to help people without discrimination.
Our founder also sees a connection with the Islamic understanding that service offered with sincere intention can be an act of ibadat (worship). This is a bridge of shared humanitarian purpose, not a claim that the faiths are identical.
Teachings that inspire us
Kirat Karo
Honest work and earning.
Vand Chhako
Sharing with others.
Naam Japo
Remembrance of the Divine.
These are commonly used summaries, not direct quotations from scripture. Direct Gurbani quotations, translations and religious imagery will require review by knowledgeable Sikh advisers before publication.