Assistant Professor of Interreligious Histories at Union Seminary; Author of the national bestseller, The Light We Give: How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Lifehttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3likhornjx22hExcited to do this with the art director for my picture books, Jasmin Rubero, with Kokila at @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social 😀 . Hope some of you are able to join us @sxswedu.com! [contains quote post or other embedded content]19 Feb 2025 19:03 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3likhornjx22hhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3kakjevkbcj2uIf you're teaching or reading my book, I'd love to connect with you about visiting your classroom or event this fall! Send me a message or visit my website to get in contact: simranjeetsingh.org29 Sep 2023 18:45 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3kakjevkbcj2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k7rhr4kej52yI'll be on Good Morning America this Friday. More details as I get them. Should be fun!19 Sep 2023 19:40 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k7rhr4kej52yhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k77ma7lmlg2nThe California Coalition for Caste Equity is hunger striking for the freedom of our caste-oppressed people. We're counting on @GavinNewsom to publicly lend his voice in support of #SB403. Thank you, Governor Newsom, for your history of standing up for vulnerable communities.12 Sep 2023 17:12 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k77ma7lmlg2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k74mevvikl2bNavinder Singh Nijher, then a general surgery resident, was one of the first to serve victims at Ground Zero - but within 24 hours, was treated like one of the enemies.11 Sep 2023 12:37 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k74mevvikl2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k6v2bq3zhb2cAugust was filled with new developments, new books, and new speaking reels! Check out my monthly recap on Substack: https://bit.ly/substack-aug-2308 Sep 2023 12:24 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k6v2bq3zhb2chttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k6t5oj4m6s2jThe workshops I host are about connecting, engaging, and growing together. It's a space for us to come together, learn from one another, and grow as a community. Together, we'll discuss critical issues and explore ways to create positive change for ourselves and our communities.07 Sep 2023 18:20 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k6t5oj4m6s2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k6fwj53wil2oReading "They Called Us Exceptional" by Prachi Gupta from Penguin Random House. This captivating read takes you on a journey through extraordinary lives, highlighting the power of human spirit and determination. Add it to your bookshelf: https://bit.ly/tcue02 Sep 2023 12:07 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k6fwj53wil2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k66tkfv6ag25Thrilled to be part of the Faith in Action report advisory board, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum. We believe in the power of faith-based partnerships, and we want to hear your insights! Participate in the Faith in Action survey and share examples of impact: wef.ch/faithsurvey30 Aug 2023 16:25 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k66tkfv6ag25https://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k643ho7b372yThe highest form of love entails complete selflessness. Spread kindness to others by practicing it each day, even in small ways.29 Aug 2023 14:09 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k643ho7b372yhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k5kkqvtlba2nMy good friend Tina was a professional runner who represented Great Britain and Northern Ireland in a world championship. She courageously stepped away from that life to care for herself.22 Aug 2023 14:54 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k5kkqvtlba2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k4p2folxca2sJuly was a month of celebration - check out my monthly recap on Substack: simranjeetsingh.substack.com/p/simrans-shelf-august-202311 Aug 2023 16:20 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k4p2folxca2shttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k4jzijqskv2gOne of my favorite aspects of facilitating workshops is the opportunity to connect with people while engaging in conversations that truly matter. There's something powerful about being in a space where we can share our experiences, learn from one another, and find strength in our shared humanity.09 Aug 2023 16:20 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k4jzijqskv2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k4epr45zre2iI've been writing for TIME for a few years now, and I'm thrilled to share that I'm now officially a TIME Contributor!07 Aug 2023 13:43 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k4epr45zre2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k47vccqeh22zGratitude doesn't happen by accident. We cultivate it through intention and practice.05 Aug 2023 15:39 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k47vccqeh22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k45a2sie522yI was pleasantly surprised when Hena Khan invited me to write an essay for her new collection of short stories. She’s one of the premiere middle grade writers in the country.04 Aug 2023 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k45a2sie522yhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k3vme2t44l24On August 2, I'm excited to share that Reimagine, an incredible nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals navigate loss, adversity, and mortality by channeling life's challenges into meaning and growth, is teaming up with Auburn Seminary to present a Virtual Candlelight Vigil.01 Aug 2023 13:32 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k3vme2t44l24https://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k3t7aqzjs62bPassionate about helping to make our society more inclusive? Interested in religion and religious diversity? Come work with us at the Aspen Institute's Religion & Society Program. We're looking for a Senior Development Associate who could help make our work possible. https://bit.ly/3YfJX3H31 Jul 2023 14:32 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k3t7aqzjs62bhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k3gn6lbkxz2nWhat a gift to join forces with two writers I love, Kwame Alexander and Javier Zamora. We talked about personal storytelling, memoir writing, and so much more. All here in this episode of the Aspen Institute’s Aspen Ignites: https://youtu.be/03UCuiN2f2k26 Jul 2023 14:37 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k3gn6lbkxz2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k2uygzrczj26Today marks one of the most remarkable days in my life. Just one year ago, I achieved a lifelong dream — publishing a book that helped share Sikh stories and wisdom with the world.19 Jul 2023 14:10 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k2uygzrczj26https://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k2qa43l2zu2cThank you for all of the support of "The Light We Give" over the last year.17 Jul 2023 16:44 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k2qa43l2zu2chttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k2g6xrcbgi2gThere are often two primary driving forces for giving: reward and love. Hear more of our discussion from the "Wealth, Generosity, and the Good Society" panel at the Aspen Ideas Festival: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hp0VPASOj6A13 Jul 2023 16:57 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k2g6xrcbgi2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k2djk2p4f324Looking forward to visiting the Chautauqua Institution next week. I'll be speaking at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19 - click here to grab tickets and learn more: https://www.chq.org/event/simran-jeet-singh/12 Jul 2023 15:29 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k2djk2p4f324https://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3k26awr5mse2eSeva can help us challenge the darkness around us without internalizing its causes.10 Jul 2023 13:11 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3k26awr5mse2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3jzzn26iwag2vHad an amazing time catching up with my talented friends, Javier Zamora and Kwame Alexander, at the Aspen Ideas Festival last week. I can't recommend their latest books enough! Javier's "Solito" and Kwame's "Why Fathers Cry at Night" are both must-reads.08 Jul 2023 17:05 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3jzzn26iwag2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/simranjeetsingh.bsky.social/post/3jzwxbe5wvp2kFrom Washington, D.C., to Aspen, Colorado, this June was filled with meaningful connections between leaders, writers, activists, and friends. Feeling inspired by each interaction. Check out my monthly recap on Substack for more! https://bit.ly/July-23-ss07 Jul 2023 15:30 +0000at://did:plc:dawj6dwnpxegd5itcs4hvxwt/app.bsky.feed.post/3jzwxbe5wvp2k