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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 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.
Sikhs do not refer to their scripture as the Bible; instead, they call it the "Guru Granth Sahib." This text is considered the eternal Guru of the Sikhs and contains the teachings of the Sikh Gurus as well as contributions from various saints and poets. The Guru Granth Sahib is revered and treated with great respect in Sikhism, often placed on a raised platform in gurdwaras (Sikh places of worship).
No.He do not follow sikhism.His father is hindu from amritser punjab.He is hindu.
Who are the major figures in Sikhism?
The major prophets in Sikhism (also known as the 10 Gurus) are called:
- Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
- Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji
- Sri Guru Amar Das Ji
- Sri Guru Ram Das Ji
- Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji
- Sri Guru Har Gobind Ji
- Sri Guru Har Krishan Ji
- Sri Guru Har Rai Ji
- Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
- Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
The 'Sri' and 'Ji' are signs of respect.
Why didn't Guru Nanak like the caste system?
Guru Nanak felt that the Caste system was oppressive. He believed that all were equal, regardless of caste, gender or religion. Guru Nanak believed that all persons could receive Gods grace and that persons would be judged by actions and deeds rather than Caste and Gender.
Which guru encoured his followers only to use their swords to protect the weak and poor?
Guru Har Rai Ji
What is the name of Confucianism holy book?
Confucianism holy book is actually 2 similar sets of sacred txts know as the ~SI SHU-(4 books) and the WU JING- (5 classics).~
Sewa (Voluntary Service)
Whoever has good destiny inscribed on his forehead, applies himself to Seva - selfless service" (Guru Granth Sahib: Paanaa:1142 Line : 4 )
So it is not only in our acts of service at the Gurudwara, or our involvement in charities, helping the homeless and infirm, housing the earthquake victim, that we perform Seva. We can worship God, and perform Seva in our everday activities. Getting up in the morning, going to work and performing our tasks. Going to college and studying for exams. Coming home and cooking and cleaning. Every single mundane activity can be an act of Seva. Keeping in mind your intentions, the reasons for living and helping others, you can realise your status as an ambassador for Waheguru, an agent of truth and love. Herein, God is present in our lives, and we can extend the concept of Seva to include all that we do. Everything is a manifestation of the truth, and our very lives become an affirmation of that. Even if you do not pray every day, and cannot visit the Gurudwara as often as you would like, keep the Guru's name on your lips and perform the best you can. Because those things that keep us busy: our job, our families, our love of football, our passions, our hobbies, our friends, our music: these are things we should pursue to excellence, to the fullest of our abilities, and with Waheguru in our heart. They are all part of the holy life we lead. Help those in your vicinity. You will be touching the Divine.
1. Seva is a prominent part of Sikh religion. Illustrative models of voluntary service are organised for imparting training, in the Gurdwaras. Its simple forms are : sweeping and plastering the floors of the Gurdwara, serving water to or fanning the congregation, offering provisions to and rendering any, kind of service in the common kitchen-cum-eating house, dusting the shoes of the people visiting the Gurdwara, etc.
a. Guru Ka Langar : The philosophy behind the Langar (Guru's kitchen-cum-eating-house) is two-fold : to provide training to the Sikhs in voluntary service and to help banish all distinction of high and low, touchable and untouchable from the Sikhs' minds.
b. All human beings, high or low, and of any caste or colour may sit and eat in the Langar. No discrimination on grounds of the country of origin, colour, caste or religion must be made while making people sit in rows for eating. However, only Amritdhari Sikhs can eat off
Amrit is the Sikh version of Baptism. They go through a Baptism Ceremony where they become baptised, take new names and follow Sikhism to the best of their ability. The ceremony takes place in a Gurudwara.
No ,i haven't ever heard that sikhs go to church but they often go to GURUDWARAS which is their worship place
What Happened At The End Of Guru Nanaks Life?
Guru Nanak Dev ji's students, followers were from every community, but most are Hindu and Muslims. When Guru Nanak Dev ji's soul left their body, both of them started fighting over performing last rites according to their religion. Guru Nanak Dev ji's body was inside a room over a bed-sheet and fully covered by a bed-sheet too. Muslims insisted that it should be cremated while hindus wanted it to burn. A few minutes later, a man came and told both of them that he met Guru Nanak Dev on his way who told him to deliver his message not fight to his followers. Everybody was caought unaware when they inside and saw just too bed-sheets lying. But still, both of them took one bed sheet each performed last rites according to their religion on bedsheets. Hindus and Muslims built a temple and mosque respectively. That was near an ocean. But again both, temple and mosque were taken away by a storm and it was heard that now Guru Nanak lives in heart of Guru Angad.
Kachera is a drawer type fastened by a fitted string round the waist, very often worn as an underwear.
Why are the 5K's so important to Sikhs?
wear the 5 Ks the members of the community are more strongly bound together
never believe
or the woman cannot cut any of her body hair(ughh)
# All peoples of the world are equal # Women are equal # One God for all # Speak and live truthfully # Control the five vices # Live in God's hukam (Universal Laws) # Meditate on the name of God (Remember God) # Practice Humility, Kindness, Compassion, Love, etc
What is the entrance hall in the gurdwara like?
The entrance hall of a gurdwara is typically a spacious and welcoming area designed to accommodate visitors and worshippers. It often features a simple yet elegant decor, with elements such as decorative art, religious symbols, and a prominent display of the Sikh flag (Nishan Sahib). Visitors are usually greeted with a sense of warmth and community, and it's common to find seating areas where people can gather before entering the main prayer hall. The atmosphere is respectful and serene, reflecting the values of Sikhism.
What rituals do the sihks practice?
Sikhs can pray at Gurudwara(Sikh Place of worship) and at their home also or any where. They pray by meditating on God, by remembering all the ten Sikh Gurus,the four sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji,the five beloved and all other who had sacrificed their lives and put their efforts in keeping Sikhism as it has come to be.
Why did they build the golden temple?
they start building to keep the guru's and guru Arjuna found it
