Sikhism
Sikhism is a monotheistic religion founded in the 15th century by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in the Punjab region. It emphasizes equality, service, and devotion to one God and there are ten gurus and one etrnal guru and the Eternal Guru is the Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji
- Guru Nanak Dev Ji
- Guru Angad Dev Ji
- Guru Amar Das Ji
- Guru Ram Das Ji
- Guru Arjan Dev Ji
- Guru Hargobind Ji
- Guru Har Rai Ji
- Guru Har Krishan Ji
- Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
- Guru Gobind Singh Ji
- One Universal God or they call Waheguru ji
- Equality of all people and no discrimination
- Selfless service (Seva)
- Honest living (Kirat Karni)
- Remembering God (Naam Japna)
- Community kitchen (Langar)
Scriptures
The Guru Granth Sahib is the central religious scripture of Sikhism, treated as the eternal Guru after Guru Gobind Singh Ji
Practices
Sikhs follow daily prayers, visit Gurdwaras, and celebrate important festivals like Vaisakhi and Gurpurab.
What is a Gurdwara?
A Gurdwara is a Sikh place of worship open to everyone. It features the Guru Granth Sahib, a community kitchen (Langar), and space for prayer.
Glossary
- Guru: Spiritual teacher
- Seva: Selfless service
- Naam: The Name of God
- Kirtan: Devotional singing