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  2. www.bbc.co.uk › sikhism › customsBBC - Religions - Sikhism: The Five Ks

    Sep 29, 2009 · The 5 Ks are 5 physical symbols worn by Sikhs who have been initiated into the Khalsa. The five Ks are: Kesh (uncut hair) Kara (a steel bracelet) Kanga (a wooden comb) Kaccha - also spelt,...

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    In Sikhism, the Five Ks (Punjabi: ਪੰਜ ਕਕਾਰ, Pañj Kakār, Punjabi pronunciation: [ˈpənd͡ʒ.ˈkəˌka:ɾ]) are five items that Guru Gobind Singh, in 1699, commanded Khalsa Sikhs to wear at all times.

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  5. www.sikhiwiki.org › index › Five_ksFive ks - SikhiWiki, free Sikh encyclopedia.

    Jul 31, 2014 · The 5Ks or kakkars or kakke are the five articles of faith worn by all baptised Sikhs. Many non-baptised Sikhs also begin on the path of Sikhi by wearing some or all of these Sikh symbols.

  6. www.learnreligions.com › the-five-ks-of-sikhismKakars Are Required Articles of Sikh Faith - Learn Religions

    • Kachhera, Undergarment. Kachhera is a loose undergarment worn by Sikhs and is one of 5 Ks or required articles of faith known in Sikhism as kakar. The kachhera is designed for ease of movement while maintaining modesty, whether sitting cross-legged for worship, participating in seva, or engaging in martial arts.
    • Kanga, Wooden Comb. The Kanga is a wooden comb and is one of 5 K's, or articles of faith known in Sikhism as kakar. It comes in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and types of wood.
    • Kara, Bangle. A kara is an all iron bangle or pure steel ring worn on the wrist of the right arm and is one of 5 Ks, or required articles of faith known in Sikhism as kakar.
    • Kes or Uncut Hair. Kes means hair and refers to the hair growing from the scalp and is one of 5 Ks, or articles of faith known in Sikhism as kakar. For the initiated Sikh, kes includes all facial and body hair.

  7. cityonpedals.com › blog › what-do-sikhs-wear-and-whyWhat Do Sikhs Wear And Why - The Story of 5 Ks - City On Pedals

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    • Kesh (Uncut Hair) It is a highly visible symbol of being a Sikh. The uncut hair symbolizes the adoption of a simple life and denial of pride in one’s appearance.
    • Kara (A Steel Bracelet) Kara is a symbol of unbreakable attachment and commitment to God. It is a constant reminder of the Sikh’s mission on this earth and that he or she must carry out righteous and true deeds and actions, keeping with the advice given by the Guru.
    • Kanga (a wooden comb) Again a wooden comb that is supposed to be kept with the hair all the times, signifies that the life of a Sikh should be tidy and organized.
    • Kachera (cotton underwear) A symbol of chastity, these are actually the pair of breeches that must be worn above the knees. It reminds the Sikhs of being faithful and also act as a reminder of etiquette, dignity, social tolerance, cleanliness, protection from carnalistic debauchery and sexual promiscuity.

  8. www.sikhiwiki.org › indexKara - SikhiWiki, free Sikh encyclopedia.

    Apr 5, 2023 · Kara - one of the five articles of faith for the Sikhs. Kara - Sikhs normally wear it on the right arm. The Sikhs were commanded by Guru Gobind Singh at the Baisakhi Amrit Sanchar in 1699 to wear a steel bangle called a Kara at all times.

  9. www.sikhmissionarysociety.org › sms › smsThe Sikh Symbols - The Five K's - Sikh Missionary Society

    The Guru instructed his Amritdhari (Baptised) Sikhs to keep five K s i.e. Kesh (uncut hair), Kangha (Comb), Kirpan (sword), Kachha (A pair of shorts prepared in a special way), Kara (a steel bracelet).