By Khalsa Land KKB | Malaysia |
On March 8th, 2024, Manjit Kaur had the honor of delivering a captivating talk to the members of the Sikh Women’s Awareness Network at Khalsa Land.
Manjit Kaur, originally from Germany, captivated members of the Sikh Women’s Awareness Network (SWAN) at Khalsa Land in Kuala Kubu Bahru, Selangor, by sharing her remarkable life journey.
She recounted her incredible feat of cycling over 70,000 kilometers across the globe. Her passion for cycling blossomed during childhood, leading her to explore Europe extensively on her bicycle.
Subsequently, she embarked on cycling adventures across Africa and eventually arrived in India, where she found herself drawn to the Sikh faith. Inspired by Sikh scriptures, she diligently learned the Sikh scriptures, initially dedicating 2.5 hours daily to her Nitnem, gradually condensing it to an hour.
Her adventurous spirit then led her to explore Southeast Asia, traversing through Laos, Cambodia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia. During her time in Malaysia, she made a profound decision to undergo the sacred ceremony of taking Khande Pahul da Amrit at Kampong Pandan Gurdwara.
In addition to her cycling exploits and spiritual journey, Manjit is deeply involved in organic farming and adheres to a vegan lifestyle. Wherever her travels take her, she dedicates time to engage in organic farming practices. Her journey brought her to Khalsa Land, a 20-acre eco-friendly campsite run by Sikhs, where she continues to inspire with her passion for sustainable living and spirituality.
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