Khanda

Khanda: Double-edged sword.

This is the center peice in the sikh symbol "Adi Shakti". Double edged swords were commonly used by sikh warriors. Firstly is the Khanda - Placed centrally , the khanda is a double edged sword with a broad blade. Secondly , there are a pair of Kirpans , these are curved swords. Guru Hargobind used to carry two kirpans , one he called miri and the other one piri. Hence these are the names of the kirpans on the khanda. Lastly the chakker or the ring. This is an interesting weapon also known as the chakram or Chakker.The sikhs used the chakker to a great effect - being one of the most lethal blade weapons. Collectively this is known as Khanda