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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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What do the 5K's in Sikhism look like?
The tenth Sikh guru, the official founder of Sikhism, Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji created the 5K's during the first amrit ceremony ever to be held.
What language is the guru Grant sahib written in?
The Guru Granth sahib is written in the language Gurumukhi
Gu- darkness, ignorance
Ru- light, knowledge
Summary of what is written below: Gurmukhi is the language that is used in the Guru Granth Sahib. Now also know as Punjabi originating in Punjab, India.
Compilation of Guru Granth Sahib. Guru Arjan gave a central place of worship to the Sikhs in Harmandir Sahib. What now he wanted was a scripture for the Sikhs. So he collected from Bhai Mohan, the son of Guru Amar Das, the hymns of the first three Gurus and some Bhagats, and added to them the compositions of his father Guru Ramdas, and his own. He got the Adi Granth written by Bhai Gurdas. Guru Arjan gave the copy to Bhai Bano for binding. He took it for binding to Lahore and on the way prepared a copy. This is known as Bhai Bano's copy. Guru Arjan got the original after binding. He installed the Holy Book at Harmandir Sahib in 1604. Baba Buddha was appointed as its first Granthi or keeper. This copy passed into custody of Bhai Dhirmal, son of Guru Hargobind, who refused to give it to the Guru. Subsequently some Sikhs brought this copy to the ninth Guru who returned it to Dhirmal. It is said that Guru Gobind Singh stayed at Damdama Sahib for nine months in 1706 and dictated the whole Adi Granth to Bhai Mani Singh. Undoubtedly, the Guru expunged certain unauthorised pieces which had crept into some pirated copies and gave it a final form.
Gurbani and Bhagatbani. The major principle of compilation was that verses which praised God and denounced superstition and caste were to be included in the Holy Book. As regards the compositions of Bhagats, generally the same principle was observed. Guru Arjan included the verses of those who believed in the unity of God and brotherhood of man.
The Granth Sahib was to be broadbased. It could contain with itself principles of monotheism and the Bhakti cult. No puristic or linguistic tests were applied to the compositions. Foreign words, coined words and current words were put into this literary dish. In selecting the musical scores-Ragas, the Guru employed homely and simple metaphors. Generally speaking, hymns of devotion, the glory of God, men's spiritual efforts and equality of men and women were incorported in the Holy Book.
The Contents The Granth Sahib also called Adi Granth contains compositions of the first five Gurus, the ninth Guru, fifteen Bhagats (Jai Dev, Nam Dev, Trilochan, Parmanand, Sadna, Ramanand, Beni, Dhanna, Pipa, Sain, Kabir, Ravidas, Farid, Surday, Bhikhan) and eleven Bhattas (Mathra, Jalap, Harbans, Talya, Salya, Bhal, Kulh Sahar, Nal, Kirat, Gayand, Sadrang).
Guru Granth Sahib contains 5894 hymns. The number of stanzas according to Pincott is 15575. 974 hymns are written by the first Guru, 62 by the second Guru, 907 by the third, 679 by the fourth, 2218 by the fifth, and 115 by the ninth. Among the remaining 922 hymns of Bhagats, the highest number of hymns (541) is by Kabir.
Actually, 'Gurmukhi' is just the script/alphabet in which Guru Granth Sahib ji is written. Gurmukhi is not a language, nor can it be used interchangeably with Punjabi, which IS a language. One can say "The language Punjabi is commonly written in the script Gurmukhi" - Punjabi is also written in other scripts, such as Shahmukhi (predominantly used in Pakistan), and other languages can also be written in Gurmukhi.
To answer the original question, Guru Granth Sahib ji is written in many languages, not simply one. Here is a list of a few: Punjabi, Hindi, Sanskrit, Sehskrit, Braj, and Persian.
How is the guru granth sahib kept clean?
There is nothing which is pure enough too clean Guruu Granth Sahib ji in this world. Guru Sahib is the purest and cleanest one in this world universe. soo therefore this question dont evn have a stand,
The two-edged sword (which itself is known by the name Khanda), circled by the solid circle known as a Chakra. The right edge of the Khanda symbolises freedom and authority governed by moral and spiritual values. The left edge of the double-edged sword symbolises divine justice which chastises and punishes wicked oppressors. The two-edged sword at the centre of the Khanda also symbolises disintegration of false pride and vanity and demolition of the barriers of caste and other inequalities. The AMRIT which is used at the time of "BAPTISM" is stirred with the Khanda. The original Khanda with which Guru Gobind Singh Ji stirred the baptismal waters on March 30, A.D. 1699 is now preserved at Anandpur.
The Chakra being a circle without a beginning or an end exhorts the Sikhs to make the whole creation as the object of their compassion and activities. It signifies the symbol of Ek Oan Kar, the Oneness of God, who is without beginning or end. The circle signifies oneness, unity, justice, humanity and morality. The Chakra was also used as a weapon against injustice and oppression.
The two Kirpans (swords) flanking the Chakra represent the two swords of Guru HARGOBIND signifying the spiritual and temporal leadership of Gurus. Apart from giving it symmetry, the two Kirpans impart a conceptual balance to the Khanda like the Yin and Yang of ancient Chinese philosophy. The left side signifies the sword of spiritual sovereignty or Piri. The right sword signifies the sword of political sovereignty, Miri.
What is the office room for in a gurdwara?
There is no 'office'. But there are the 'granthis' if you would like to speak with them.
Where is the special Guru Granth Sahib kept during night?
The Guru Granth Sahib Ji is the central spiritual volume for Sikhism. Considered the central pillar in guiding the adherent though the Sikh way of life, this text is housed at the Harmandir Sahib (The Temple of God) located in Amritsar, Punjab, India. The temple was completed in 1577 AD.
What do Sikhs think will happen to them when they die?
Sikhism does not concern itself with Armageddon. When will this earth or universe would come to an end is not the concern of Sikh. A Sikh should follow the teachings of Sikh Gurus and meditate on the God's Name. Thus, there is no Armageddon for Sikhs.
When did guru nanak start teaching?
Guru Nanak started teaching right from his birth in the form of midwife,then mother, teacher pandit and moulwi, landlord rai bular ji, his sister bebe nanki ji, whole gathering at Janeu ceremony at age of 9. however he left home to enlighten world after being alope for 3 days in vei river. he concluded four trips for teaching.
Why was guru Nanak chosen to be a guru?
Guru Nanak wasn't chosen to be a Guru he became a Guru by travelling around India and other countries. You see he was brought up as a Hindu but didnt believe in the whole religion. anyway when he was older he had married and had 2 sons, as well as this he worked in an office and learnt about many other different religions. When he was 30yrs old he had a bathe in the river and he disappeared. his family thought he were died, so were very sad. However 3 days later he returned and said ''GOD TOOK ME AND TOLD I SHOULD TEACH PEOPLE THE TRUTH'' so he travelled around many different countries teaching people what they believe is the truth. And it became known as Sikhism. so as the finder of Sikhism he just became arandom guru!!! hpe this helped!!! xxx
What is the scared writing for Sikhism?
The holy scripture of Sikhism is Guru Granth Sahib Ji.Please not that outside Sikhism the sacred writing is called Holy Scripture but within Sikhism it is not seen as holy scripture but is treated as living embodiment of Sikh Gurus and as such treated as a Guru.
In my opinion Sikhs are cool because in Sikhism there is NO caste system and Sikhs live naturally without cutting their hair and keeping clean.
Who was guru Nanak's best friend?
Guru Nanak actually had a lot more friends than just two. I guess you mean his disciples who went with him on his travels. One was Bhai Mardana, a Moslem. He played an instrument. There was another disciple too, Bhai Bhalla. He also helped sing hymns Guru Nanak composed.
What is the relationship between a Sikh and a Guru?
They guide initiates towards Dharma They guide atmans(souls) to enlightenment, if that is what an initiate wants
In which case, any atman(soul) who has followed the Satuguru until the end of human life, by walking one's Dharma is guided to Nirvana (light of Nanak)
Why is guru angad famous or imortant?
because he was the 2nd guru and he made alot of contribution towards Sikhism
Why do we have to take off the shoes before entering a Gurdwara?
People take their shoes off as a sign of respect in Sikh Temples (Gurudwaras.) They also take off their socks as socks are also like shoes, as they carry dirt. The last thing they do to show respect is cover their heads.
nilawanti is the horar granth any human read this granth letar. he is totaly mad bcoz hi is known all animals sounds and future
The principal belief of Sikhism is faith in waheguru-represented using the sacred symbol of ēk ōaṅkār, the Universal God. Sikhism advocates the pursuit of salvation through disciplined, personal meditation on the name and message of God. A key distinctive feature of Sikhism is a non-anthropomorphic concept of God, to the extent that one can interpret God as the Universe itself. (sourse wikipedia)
What is the name of the god of the sikhs?
1) sri guru nanak dev ji
2) sri guru angad dev ji
3) sri guru amar das ji
4) sri guru ram das ji
5) sri guru arjan dev ji
6) sri hargobind singh ji
7) sri guru har rai sahib ji
8) sry guru har krishan sahib ji
9) sr guru tegh bahadur ji
10) sri guru gobind singh ji
11) sri guru granth sahib ji
What are the main celebrations of Sikhism?
The following are Sikhism holidays/celebrations: Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh, Birthday of Guru Har Rai, Nanakshahi New Year,
Inauguration of Guru Har Rai, Death of Guru Har Govind, Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev,
Vaisakhi Day the origin the origin of the Khalsa, Death of Guru Angad Dev,
Inauguration of Guru Amar Das, Death of Guru Har Krishan,
Inauguration of Guru Teg Bahadar, Birthday of Guru Angad Dev,
Birthday of Guru Teg Bahadar, Birthday of Guru Arjun Dev, Birthday of Guru Amar Das,
Inauguration of Guru Har Govind, Martyrdom of Guru Arjun Dev,
Birthday of Guru Har Govind, Birthday of Guru, Birthday of Guru Har Krishan,
Installation of the Adi Granth in the Golden Temple, Death of Guru Amar Das,
Inauguration of Guru Raam Das, Death of Guru Raam Das,
Inauguration of Guru Arjun Dev, Inauguration of Guru Angad Dev,
Death of Guru Nanak Dev, Birthday of Guru Raam Das, Death of Guru Har Rai,
Inauguration of Guru Har Krishan, Inauguration of Guru Granth Salib,
Death of Guru Gobind Singh, Martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadar,
Martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh's eldest two sons, Aijat Singh, and *Zorawar Singh,
Martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh's youngest two sons, *Jujhar Singh, and Fateh Singh. There are several Sikh holidays which have not been fixed to the Nanakshahi calendar because they traditionally coincide with lunar festivities:
Guru Nanak's Gurpurab is traditionally celebrated as a full moon festival.
Hola Mohalla festivities coincide with Holi, the Hindu festival of colors. During this time Sikhs put on displays of weaponry demonstrating Gatka, the Sikh Martial Art.
Bandi Choir is celebrated during Diwali, the Hindu festival of lamps and commemorates the freeing of Guru Har Govind from imprisonment.
What do Sikhs wear at weddings?
Well i think a Sikh bride wears a something called a... lengar (a skirt type thingy) that's it some bangle thing called maiya and henna which is usually put on her hand also a nose ring like a bull really, also a tikka stick on your forehead!!!! xx
What does it mean to be a Sikh?
Since Sikhism is just as any other religion so you just practice your faith and live by it.
Who pays for the food at the langar?
The Panth (the community) and the Sangat (a collection of Sikh followers) pay for the food.
Do all Sikhs attend a gudwara?
Not necessary, depending on each Sikhs desire and longing, it depends how much he or she is going to attend or visit the Gurudwara. Also, depends if Gurudwara is around the place a Sikh live.
guru of Ashoka in war skills is Acharya VedaVikarama, he was aasthana guru of Magadha kingdom.
Why is the Guru Granth Sahib worshipped the way it is?
The Guru Granth Sahib is treated which reverance appropriate for a Guru. Guru means teacher or "from darkness to light". A Guru within the Sikh faith is teacher that guides a follower to spiritual enlightenment. The Guru Granth Sahib guides Sikh followers in the same way as the ten Gurus which came before it.
