The 5 k's

The 5 k's

1. Kes

   • Sikhs make a promise not to cut there hair or shave there face, this is because they believe it is natural and how God intended there bodies to be. They also think hair is a gift then God
   • Skihs wear a turban to cover there hair, the turban symbolises discipline, integrity, humility and spirituality
   • To tie there hair up to put on the turban they comb there uncut hair with the kanga, then tie there hair in a rishi knot, securing it with a comb

2. Kara

   • The Kara is a steel bracelet worn on the wrist of the dominant hand
   • The steel bracelet symbolises unity and strength, it also symbolises God as it has no beginning or end

3. Kangha

   • The kanga is a comb that represents the importance of discipline and cleanliness
   • Sikhs use the kanga to keep their hair healthy, clean, shining and tangle-free.
   • The kanga is tucked under the rishi knot which is covered by the turban
   • Daily washing combing of hair are ways to ensure hair is kept tidy

4. Kachechra