🪯Khanda

Meaning of 🪯 Khanda Emoji

The emoji 🪯 “Khanda,” released in 2022 for Unicode 15.0 version, depicts the Sikh religious symbol. This sign consists of three objects: a double-edged ⚔️ Sword placed in the centre of a chakkar throwing quoit, and two crossed kirpan knives.

The use of emoji is primarily related to the Sikh religion. Thus, 🪯 “Khanda” can denote a belief, religion, as well as the objects, places and events associated with it. The emoji can also be used to express support, protection and compassion.

You can add the 🪯 “Khanda” emoji when talking about Sikhism. For instance, about 🎉 Holidays and traditions of the religion. Whereas the image on the emoji is your symbol of faith, use emoji on social media to make it easier to find like-minded people.

Tell your loved ones about a friend who practices Sikhism. Admire his integrity and generosity. For this case, combine the emoji with 👳️ “Man wearing turban” emoji in a suitable skin tone.

Otherwise, tell your social media followers about a Sikh 💒 Wedding ceremony you saw while travelling. Describe the colourful outfits of the 👰 Bride and groom, mention the sheer number of 🌹 Flowers, and note the abundance of 🍕 Food.

Interesting Fact:

• Unicode 1.1 version has a similar character called ☬ “Adi Shakti”, approved in 1993 but having had no emoji version. The character has been placed in the “Miscellaneous Symbols” category.