Pregunta | Respuesta |
What does SIKH mean? | The word SIKH means a "student". Skins consider themselves to be disciples of the ultimate guru (teacher) - God |
How large is Sikhism among the other world religions today? | It is the fifth-largest religion in the world. |
In what area of modern-day countries of India and Pakistan did Sikhism oriIginate? | It originated in the Punjab region. |
Approximately when? | In the 16th century CE. |
Who was the founder of Sikhism? | Guru Nanak |
What was his first message? | There is no Hindu; there is no Muslim - the message of everyone's equality before God. |
How many Gurus are revered in Sikhism? | 10 Gurus |
What is the central sacred text of Sikhs? | Adi Granth, also known as Guru Granth or Granth Sahib |
What is the Khalsa? | Khalsa (pure) is the name of the entire Sikh community comprised of people's initiated into Sikhism. |
The five "K's" | They are the symbols of belonging to Khalsa: - Uncut hair - Comb - Bracelet - Sword - Short pants |
What 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. |
What 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. |
What is the goal of religious life, in Sikhism? | In Sikhism, one strives to achieve spiritual unity with God. |
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