Religion basically is a systematic way of living. It refers to a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature and purpose of the universe.
Read MoreSikhism was founded by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in 1469. Guru ji founded it because the society at that time was gripped with a number of social evils - caste system, practice of sati, idolatry, worship of multiple God, untouchability , purdah system, inequality between men and women etc.
Read MoreThe literal meaning of the term "SIKH" is "DISCIPLE". Nature has abundant and endless knowledge and a Sikh is always open to learning and moving ahead under the spiritual guidance of the Gurus given in the Guru Granth Sahib.
Read MoreGuru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism had spread a simple message of 'EK ONG KAR' - there is only one immortal GOD, the Creator also called the AKAL PURAKH.
Read MoreSINGH means 'LION' which signifies bravery and courage. KAUR means 'Princess'.
Read MoreThe 5Ks' are the five articles of faith that Sikh's wear at all times as commanded by the tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
Read MoreThe literal meaning of Dasvand is 'Tenth Part'. It refers to the act of donating ten percent of both income and time for sewa (selfless-service).
Read MoreThe Sikh festivals are as follows:Prakash Purab and Jyoti Jot Purab of all the Gurus, Baisakhi (Birth of Khalsa).
Read MoreEvery Sikh ceremony is performed in the presence of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
Read MoreThe word ARDAS means a request, a prayer, a petition, or an address to a superior authority.
Read MoreSikhism is the youngest and most modern religion.It condemns empty rituals and superstitions.
Read MoreSikhism does not support Pilgrimage to holy sites as the Sikhs believe that God is omnipresent and is not located at any place.
Read MoreMeditation or Simran holds great importance in Sikhism. Simran refers to the remembrance of God by continuous recital of His name (Waheguru).
Read MoreSikhism strongly condemns blind rituals like Fasting as is evident from the following line of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji on ਅੰਗ(Page): 873 .
Read MoreSri Guru Granth Sahib Ji the complete Guru of the Sikhs. It is an anthology of prayers and hymns which contain the actual words and verses of the Sikh Gurus and the Saints.
Read MoreShaheed or martyr is the one who gives one's life for whatever cause one serves or to uphold one's principles and honour.
Read MoreSat Sri Akal (ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ) is a greeting in the Punjabi language used by the followers of the Sikh religion.
Read MoreWAHEGURU (ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ) is a term most often used in Sikhism to refer to God, the Supreme Being or the creator of all.
Read MoreKhalsa comes from the word 'Khalis' which means 'Pure'. Since the manifestation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, Waheguru has been part of the Sikh salutation: "Waheguru ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh" ("Hail the Khalsa who belongs to the Lord God! Hail the Lord God to whom belongs the victory!").
Read MoreThe role of women is outlined in the Sikh scriptures which state that Sikh women is to be regarded as equal to the Sikh men.
Read More'Sar' means 'head' and 'Dar' means 'to hold'. The whole word Sardar means holder of headship with an honor signifying a Leader.
Read MoreNishan means Symbol or Standard. Nishan Sahib is the name for the triangular Sikh flag made of cotton or silk cloth, with a tassel at its end which marks all Gurdwaras and other religious premises of the Sikhs.
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