🪯 Khanda Emoji

Technical Details

Name

Khanda

Short Name

:khanda:

Unicode

U+1FAAF

Unicode Version

15.0

Release Year

2022

Category

Symbols

Subcategory

Religion

Platform Support

Apple Google Twitter Facebook

Has Skin Tones

No

Platform Renderings

Unicode standard sample

Unicode

KHANDA emoji in Apple's design style - Unicode 1FAAF

Apple Style

KHANDA emoji in Google's design style - Unicode 1FAAF

Google Style

KHANDA emoji in Twitter's design style - Unicode 1FAAF

Twitter Style

KHANDA emoji in Facebook's design style - Unicode 1FAAF

Facebook Style

SVG Code

<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">
  <text
    x="64"
    y="64"
    font-size="96"
    text-anchor="middle"
    dominant-baseline="middle"
    font-family="serif"
  >🪯</text>
</svg>

Emoji Meaning

Meaning

A symbol of the Sikh faith, visually represented as a double-edged sword with a chakram (circular blade) in the center, surrounded by a wreath. The Khanda emoji is designed in a metallic or golden hue, symbolizing protection and spiritual authority. Officially designated by Unicode to represent the Sikh religion and its cultural significance.

Common Uses

  • Representing the Sikh religion: 'Faith and protection 🪯'
  • Marking Sikh religious events: 'Happy Vaisakhi 🪯'
  • Symbolizing strength and unity: 'Together we are strong 🪯'

Example Sentences

  • In our Sikh community, the Khanda 🪯 is a symbol of our faith and heritage.
  • Today we celebrate Vaisakhi, a significant day in our Sikh calendar 🪯
  • The Khanda 🪯 reminds us of our strength and unity as a community.

Frequently Asked Questions