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Sikhism ( / ˈsɪkɪzəm / SIK-iz-əm ), also known as Sikhi ( Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖੀ Sikkhī, [ˈsɪk.kʰiː] ⓘ, from ਸਿੱਖ, Sikh, 'disciple / learner'), [i] is an Indian religion [9] and philosophy [10] in particular for the Sikh ethnoreligious group that originated in the Punjab region of India [ii] around the end of the 15th century CE.
Apr 17, 2024 · Sikhism is a religion and philosophy founded in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent in the late 15th century. Its members are known as Sikhs. According to Sikh tradition, Sikhism was established by Guru Nanak (1469–1539) and subsequently led by a succession of nine other Gurus.
Sikhism is the world’s fifth largest religion with 25 million adherents worldwide; Sikhs believe in one God, equality, freedom of religion, and community service; Sikhs cover their uncut hair with a turban; The Sikh turban represents a commitment to equality and justice; Sikhism is a distinct religion, separate from Hinduism and Islam
Sikhism , Indian religion founded in the late 15th century by Nanak, the first of the Sikh leaders titled Guru. Most of the religion’s 25 million members, called Sikhs, live in the Punjab —the site of their holiest shrine, the Golden Temple, and the principal seat of Sikh religious authority, the Akal Takht.
01:38. Sikhism was founded by Guru Nanak around 500 years ago in a place called the Punjab. This is an area which spans part of India and Pakistan in South Asia today. What do Sikhs believe?...
What is Sikhism? Sikhism is a way of life, or self-discipline coupled with a belief in the unity of God, equality of man, faith in the Guru's word and love for all. The stepping stone for a Sikh is to accept one God and worship Him with his tongue, his mind and his actions. He puts his trust in God alone rather than relatives or possessions.
Guru Nanak (1469 – 1539 CE). Guru Nanak (1469–1539), founder of Sikhism, was born to Mehta Kalu and Mata Tripta, in the village of Talwandi, now called Nankana Sahib, near Lahore. His father, Mehta Kalu, was a Patwari, an accountant of land revenue in the government. Nanak's mother was Mata Tripta, and he had one older sister, Bibi Nanki. From an early age, Guru Nanak seemed to have acquired a questioning and enquiring mind and refused as a child to wear the ritualistic sacred thread ...
Sikhism observes eight major festivals, as well as several others of lesser importance. Four of the main festivals are gurpurabs, or events commemorating important incidents in the lives of the Gurus, such as the birthdays of Nanak and Gobind Singh and the martyrdoms of Arjan and Tegh Bahadur.
Sep 24, 2009 · Religions. Sikh Beliefs. Last updated 2009-09-24. This article looks at Sikh beliefs about God, karma, death and rebirth. On this page. Print this page. God. There is only one God. God is...
Jun 11, 2020 · Core Beliefs. The core beliefs of Sikhism are: Belief in one God. The belief in one pantheistic God. The opening sentence of the Sikh scriptures is only two words long, and reflects the base belief of all who adhere to the teachings of the religion: Ek Onkar "Ek" is One and "Onkar" is God - "There is only one God." The Teachings of the Sikh Gurus.
