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Sikhism
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- 1What does SIKH mean?The word SIKH means a "student". Skins consider themselves to be disciples of the ultimate guru (teacher) - God
- 2How large is Sikhism among the other world religions today?It is the fifth-largest religion in the world.
- 3In what area of modern-day countries of India and Pakistan did Sikhism oriIginate?It originated in the Punjab region.
- 4Approximately when?In the 16th century CE.
- 5Who was the founder of Sikhism?Guru Nanak
- 6What was his first message?There is no Hindu; there is no Muslim - the message of everyone's equality before God.
- 7How many Gurus are revered in Sikhism?10 Gurus
- 8What is the central sacred text of Sikhs?Adi Granth, also known as Guru Granth or Granth Sahib
- 9What is the Khalsa?Khalsa (pure) is the name of the entire Sikh community comprised of people's initiated into Sikhism.
- 10The five "K's"They are the symbols of belonging to Khalsa:
- Uncut hair
- Comb
- Bracelet
- Sword
- Short pants - 11What is the principle of "saint-soldier"?"Saint-soldier" is a Sikh principle requiring the members of Khalsa to be "soldiers like saints" combatting the attacker(s) without enmity and not for a personal gain.
- 12What is the basic Sikh view of God?Sikhism is a monotheistic religion that recognizes one God who is invisible, all-powerful, all-knowing, etc. As a religious system, Sikhism has roots in Hindu bhakti (devotional) and Muslim SUFI (mystical) traditions.
- 13What is the goal of religious life, in Sikhism?In Sikhism, one strives to achieve spiritual unity with God.
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