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Sikhism

Sikhism is the fifth largest religion practiced in the world today. Sikhs worship one universal God, and practice disciplined meditation in the name of God.

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Who are followers of Sikhism?

They are called sikhs

Its a bit easy^ <Thats a bit stupid

Who wrote Guru Granth Sahib?

Shri guru granth sahib ji was written by 7 of our gurus, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Angad Dev Ji, Guru Amar Das Ji, Guru Ram Das Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and Guru Gobind Singh ji. also other than the ten gurus many religious people wrote it these religious people was chosen very carefully by guru arjan dev ji as he didint want to discriminate against any other religion. The people were: Bhagat Kabir, Bhagat Nam Dev, Bhagat Ravidass, Bhagat Trilochan, Bhagat Dhanna, Bhagat Sain, Bhagat Jai Dev, Bhagat Pipa, Bhagat Sur Das, Baba Farid ji, Bhagat Sadhna, Bhagat Beni, Bhagat Ramanand, Bhagat Bhikan.

Guru Nanak 974 hymns Guru Angad Dev 62 Guru Amar Das 907 Guru Ram Das 679 Guru Arjan Dev 2218 Guru Tegh Bahadur 115 Guru Gobind Singh 1

These are the amount of hyms each guru wrote.

If you need any more info please ask as i am happy to help with anyquestion related to sikhism...

well to tell you that my great great great great grandfather wrote the guru granth sahib

What promises are made at the Sikh amrit ceermony?

The Sikh Amrit ceremony cements one's commitment to self discipline and the power of your word to yourself to enhance your spiritual practice. The promises made during the ceremony include: not cutting your hair; refraining from meat, alcohol and other stimulants; remaining celibate until married and maintaining a monogamous relationship with your spouse; and committing to meditation and prayer each day.

Who was Guru Nanak's kids?

FAMILY TREE OF SHRI GURU NANAK DEV JI

FATHER

Bhai Kalian Das @ Kalian Chand

@ Kalu Rai @ Mahita Kalu

MOTHER

Mata Tripta Ji

(Childrens' of Mahita Kalu & Mata Tripta Ji)

Guru Nanak Dev Ji and Sister Bibi Nanaki

SONS OF GURU NANAK DEV JI AND MATA TRIPTA JI

Baba Siri Chand Ji (Udassis)

Baba Lakhmi Chand Ji

Is jaura a Sikh jatt last name?

Jurai is jatt and jaura is rajput

How did Sikhism come into existence?

It started with 1 person, Guru Nanak. He thought that the Hindu's way of life was not the right way of life so he started his own religion that spread throughout India. When he died, someone took over as a Guru and so on until 10 gurus had lived and died. Each Guru added pieces to the puzzle of Sikhism and the final one put it all together.

Do Sikhism believe in god?

Answer:

Sikhs are monotheists i.e. they believe in only one God. The Sikhs have great respect for their gurus, the first teachers and leaders of their religion, but gurus are not worshipped. Unlike the other monotheistic religions (Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam) Sikhs believe in reincarnation until the soul is fit for the presence of God.

Sikhs believe in one powerful God.This God is not the Gurus. The Sikhs respect their gurus greatly, but do not worship them. They believe their gurus were the beginners and teachers of the religion.

How has Sikhism changed over time?

The Sikh religion has had many different Gurus (11 in total, including the Guru Granth Sahib). These Gurus have influenced many worship methods and have been inspired by other religions, such as Hinduism

What is the sleeping area used as in a gurdwara?

for the people that do the prayers and it's a symobl

What are some key events in guru nanaks life?

At the age of 30, Guru Nanak Dev Ji was thought to get drowned in the local stream where he used to go for his daily bath.Three days later he appeared back and answered the same to whatever question he was poised, " There is no Hindu, there is no Muslim". This event is the one where Guru Nanak gets enlightenment, after this every moment was significant as Guru Nanak Dev Ji traveled all of India, Tibet, Afghanistan, Iran,Iraq, Mecca and Sri Lanka spreading his message.

One day the Guru thought about God for a very long time, instead of watching the cattle. He was tired. So he fell asleep under a tree. The cattle went into a cornfield. They ate up a lot of corn and all the plants were destroyed. The Guru did not know this and was still sleeping when the farmer came up. He was very angry to see his crops eaten up. He took the cattle away and told the police.

The police went to tell the Guru's father. Many people went with them. The police chief was Mr. Rai Bular. He took Kalu and the farmer to the fields. All the people followed them. They reached the farmer's field. The field was as green as ever and not a plant was broken. Everybody was surprised. The farmer thought it was magic. They were all wondering when Rai Bular said, "But where's the boy?"

Everybody began to look for the Guru. They sought him here, there and everywhere. But they could not find him. The sun was very hot and they were tired. So they thought of taking some rest under a tree. They were even more surprised to find the Guru sleeping there. The shade of the tree had moved round away from him but a snake was giving shade to the Guru's face. Everybody prayed for the Guru's life. They were very afraid. Their noise made the Guru wake up. The snake slipped away and the Guru got up. All came back to the village. From that day many people began to think that Nanak was 'a man of God.'

Who are Guru Nanak Dev Ji sons?

Shri guru nanak dev jee got tow son and her name is:--

"Lakhmi das"

and

"Shri chand"

What are the ten basic beliefs in Sikhism?

Listed below are ten basic beliefs of Sikhism:-

1. Worship one and one God only. Acknowledge one creator. Do not worship demi-gods or idols.

2. Treat everyone equally. Do not show distinction or rank due to race, class and or gender.

3. Live by the three primary principles. Always be absorbed in meditation and prayer. Make an honest income by honorable methods. Put aside on tenth of your income to help others in the need to assistance.

4. Avoid the five sins of ego. Practice your daily prayers and meditation to reduce the effects of ego and prevent indulgence in:-

- Pride

- Lust

- Greed

- Anger

- Attachment

5. Become a baptized Sikh. Be spiritually reborn by taking part in the baptism ceremony conducted by the "Five Beloved" Sikhs, who prepare and administer immortalizing nectar to initiates.

6. Live by the code of honor. Live according to specific individual, communal, ethical and spiritual commitments. Abide by the guru's teachings. Practice daily worship.

7. Wear the five articles of faith. Wear the Sikh undergarment for modesty and health. Wear a wooden comb in the turban to keep hair clean and untangled. Wear a steel bangle as a sign of faith. Keep unshorn hair, to honor the creator's intention. Wear a small sword symbolic of defending the religious rights of all faiths.

8. Follow the four commandments. Do not dishonor the creator's intention by cutting the hair. Do not harm the body with tobacco or other intoxicants. Do not eat sacrificial meat. Do not commit adultery.

9. Recite all daily prayers. Repeat the five morning prayers early morning everyday. Recite the evening and bedtime prayers as well.

10. Take part in fellowship. Worship together and sing God's praises. Cook and eat together. Serve each other and commit selfless actions.

What is a khalsa in Sikhism?

The group of initiated Sikhs are referred to as the Khalsa. They are warriors in the tenth gurus words. They fight for justice and the betterment of others.

How was Sikh Langar started?

Guru Nanak dev ji considered every creature same. So in langar everybody - be a king or poor - sit on the floor and have food together irrespective of caste, creed and everything else.

How many followers are there worldwide of Sikhism?

Sikhism is the fifth-largest organized religion in the world and one of the fastest-growing. Adherents of Sikhism are known as Sikhs (students ordisciples) and number over 26 million across the world. The Punjab region is the historic homeland of Sikhism. Sikhism is an ethnic religion but welcomes converts.

Who is considered more Spiritual --- Men or Women?

Sikhism states both men and women are considered capable of reaching the highest levels of spirituality. A particular hymn in the Guru Granth Sahib states, 'In all beings is he himself pervasive, Himself pervades all forms Male and Female.' Guru Granth Sahib, Pg. 605.

What do most Sikh men wear on their heads?

The men wear Turbans. Woman can do too. Woman can also wear a veil or choose both.

Was guru nanak a prophet?

Much like christianity, sikhs believe in one god. Guru nanak was not a god and neither were the other gurus. A guru is a teacher, in this case a teacher of religion and moral rights and wrongs

What are the countries an places guru nanak has visited?

It was in the year 1499 A.D when Guru Nanak Dev Ji was 30 years old that during his usual daily bath he went to a stream which used to flow by his village and he disappeared for 3 days and reappeared after his religious experience.

At what age did Guru Nanak get married?

Guru Nanak Dev Ji married Sulakhani Ji at the age of 18 so the year was 1487 ,the daughter of Moolchand Chona, a rice trader from the village Bhatala. She bor two sons.

Why did Guru Nanak choose Lena instead of his sons to be his successor?

Because sikhism is based on sewa and simran it doesnt depends on the blood relaton