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Yes, because Guru Gobind Singh Ji wanted the Sikhs to stand out in the society that they were living in. The main purpose of the turban was to show that the Sikhs were not weak willed. Another purpose of the turban was to eliminate the social class that existed between the people during that time. By enforcing all Sikhs to wear turbans, he made all of them sardars, which was considered an honor.They also wear turbans as they don't cut there hair so they put it up with a special comb called the kanga and put the turban over it to get it out the way.
Extra: Also, Sikhs try to show that they are Sikhs by the way they live and act, as well as the way they dress.
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Do all Sikhs wear turban?
It is not a requirement for all Sikhs to wear turbans. Some women, however, do wear turbans as Sikhism promotes equality between both genders. Other women prefer to cover their head with a veils known as chunni instead.
Why do Sikhs men wear turbans?
A turban is a kind of heard wear that invovles cloth winding. Sikh consider wearing turbans as part of their religious practice. All Sikhs prefer not to cut there hair so can keep the hair tidy by wearing the turban.
Why do people wear turbans to hide their hair?
99% of the people you will see wearing turbans in the U.S, Canada, and UK will be Sikhs, a religious group that originated in India during the 15th century. Sikhs wear turbans because they believe that god gave you hair during your birth, so you should not alter god's gifts in anyway. Therefore they do not cut their hair, although it is very common to see a Sikh wear a turban; yet have a trimmed beard, honestly because it is becoming "fashion", rather than religion. Sikhs' turbans are pointy at the tip of the head; can be circular. Minors usually wear their hair in a bun and type turbans on their heads that enclose their bunned hair. Western Media has blinded Americans in the propaganda, that people with turbans are Arabs or Muslims. When in fact, most, if not all, will be from India belonging to the Sikh or Hindu religion. To see the many variety of Sikh Turbans, and to learn more about the religion please visit the relevant link below. _____ Turbans can have many different meanings depending upon region/nationality. Kurdish turbans, for instance, are worn to signify the wearer's clan or locality. Afghan turbans are part of the national dress, vary in style (according to personal style and/or region), and traditionally serve the practical purpose of keeping the wearer's head warm. In India, different types of turban are worn depending upon region and religion, and are a symbol of respect - often offered to guests as a mark of honour - and also form part of traditional formal dress. Under Islam, a turban is a tradition, possibly worn in emulation of Mohammed. Different styles and colours identify sect, region, or culture. Being historical warriors, Sikhs wear turbans (and other attire) to identify themselves as such. The wearing of turbans for all Sikhs was mandated by the tenth guru of the Sikhs, but all Sikh gurus wore turbans prior to this. As Sikhs do not cut their hair (out of respect for God), the turban serves to protect the hair and keep it clean- they also wear a turban at all times as they believe God is everywhere, while some other religions advocate the wearing of a head covering only at a time of worship. Rastafari turbans are worn to keep their dreadlocks clean. In western culture, while turbans are not particularly popular in modern times, they are still worn by Ethiopian Orthodox Christians (though Christians in general, despite biblical references to turbans, do not tend to wear them) and Ethiopian Muslims. Many West Indian women also traditionally wear a form of turban. At one time or another, it was not unheard of for other Western men and women to wear turbans fashionably. Alexander Pope (an 18th century English Poet) was often depicted wearing one. Source: see related links section.
Why do Indian men wear turbans and do they ever take then off?
Not all Indian wear turbans. Only some "Punjabi's" mens wear turbans. And they take it off when in the morning when they go for shower.
What religions other than the Sikh religion require men to wear turbans?
Islam encourage men to wear turbans,but it is not a strict rule as in Sikhism
Is it customary to wear a hat at an American wedding?
The normal custom is that hats are only worn outdoors, and since weddings are normally held indoors, people will not be wearing hats. Some exceptions exist, for example, in a wedding of orthodox Jews, the men will be wearing the skullcap or kipa which they are religiously required to wear all the time. Sikhs always wear their turbans. Christians, however, have no religious obligation to wear hats.
What sign shows you belong to the Jewish religion?
There is no sign that shows you belong to any religion - all Christians don't wear crosses, all Jews don't wear a Magen David, and Atheists don't wear a scarlet letter A. Similarly no "appearance" issues can identify adherents to a religion - Sikhs don't all have beards and turbans, Buddhists don't all talk like fortune cookies.
What are some problems that Sikhs that wear the 5K's may face?
You have to wear a turban all the time, you can't smoke or drink and you can't cut your hair if you are a man
What sign shows you belong to the Buddhist religion?
you are bald and a bit tubby?Answer:There is no sign that shows you belong to any religion - all Christians don't wear crosses, all Jews don't wear a Mogan David, and atheis don't wear a scarlet letter A. Similarly no "appearance" issues can identify adherents to a religion - Sikhs don't all have beards and turbans, Buddhists don't all talk like fortune cookies.
Why don't all Sikhs wear the 5ks?
It is because they have not chosen to.But once they have chosen to they will have to wear it!
Do Sikhs wear special clothes?
Devout Sikhs Always wear Bana Which is Religious Dress and Carry all of the 5 k'skesh- Uncut hair and Turbankara- steel banglekanga- wooden combkacchera- cotton undergarmentskirpan-ceremonial knifeMost Sikhs carry all of the 5k's and Wear normal Clothes In there Day to Day Lives.
Is a turban a hat?
In Sikhism, a turban is worn by wrapping a fabric of variable length (according to personal preference) over the head. It's like a hat in that it covers the head. But, unlike a hat, it is not removed in public. The reason Sikhs wear turbans is due to their belief of keeping their head covered as a sign of respect (to God). As God is believed to be omnipresent, their head remains covered by the turban at all times. In addition, in Indian history, when Muslim rulers were converting Hindus to Islam by force, Sikhs were helping the Hindus by fighting against this pressure by fighting against the Muslim rulers and their army. It is at this time when the turban was used as a symbol of Sikhism so that a Sikh individual may be easily recognized and to raise pride in their faith and to give them the courage when under pressure to be proud of their origin. Muslims do wear turbans, too. But, the style of their turbans and manner of wrapping the fabric is distinctly different from that which is worn by Sikhs. The term "turban" also refers to a woman's hat that is similar in shape to a man's turban. * - Another interesting fact is that under the turban, Sikhs have long, untrimmed, uncut hair (in the form of a bun). Yes, even the males don't cut their hair. Whereas Muslims have their hair cut.
