- "The Gurus emphasise that a Sikh should lead a disciplined life engaged in Naam Simran, meditation on God's name, Kirat Karo, living an honest life of a house-holder, and Vand Chaako, sharing what one has with the community."
The religious practices followed by Sikhs, including regular prayer, meditation, and participation in community service.
Introduction to Sikhism: Explains the basic principles and beliefs of Sikhism, including the belief in one God, the importance of living a moral life, and the concept of karma.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji: The founder of Sikhism and the first of ten Sikh Gurus. He preached the importance of equality, honest living, and the importance of the divine message.
The Sikh Gurus: In addition to Guru Nanak, there are nine other Gurus who played a significant role in shaping the Sikh faith and community.
Sikh Scriptures: The primary text of Sikhism is the Guru Granth Sahib, a collection of writings by the Sikh Gurus, and other saints and teachers.
The Five Ks: The distinctive symbols of the Sikhs and the five articles of faith that all Sikhs must wear: Kes (uncut hair), Kanga (wooden comb), Kara (steel bracelet), Kirpan (ceremonial sword), and Kachera (cotton underwear).
Sikh Symbols: Other important symbols in Sikhism include the Khanda, the Nishan Sahib, and the Chakkar.
The Sikh Code of Conduct: The Sikh rehet maryada, establishes the code of conduct and ethical behavior for Sikhism, which includes guidelines for daily life, worship, and action.
Sikh Worship: Sikh worship involves singing hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib, group meditation, and practicing seva, or selfless service to the community.
Sikh Festivals: Sikh festivals celebrate important events in Sikh history and teachings, including Guru Nanak's birthday, Vaisakhi, and Diwali.
Sikhism Today: A look at the contemporary Sikh community and its challenges, including issues of discrimination, Sikh identity, and efforts to preserve Sikh culture and heritage.
Sikh History: The history of the Sikh community and their struggles, including the sacrifices of the Sikh Gurus, persecution under the Mughal Empire, and the importance of Sikh warriors and shahids.
Sikh Ethics and Values: The ethical values and principles of the Sikh faith, including compassion, service, and equality for all.
Sikh Philosophies: Sikhism has a unique philosophy that includes the idea of 'Oneness', the rejection of materialism, and a belief in the power of spiritual practice.
Sikh Wisdom: Insights and messages from the Sikh Gurus and other enlightened individuals, including teachings and guidance on the path to liberation.
Sikh Art and Culture: An overview of the art and culture of the Sikh community, including traditional music, dance, and other forms of expression.
Simran: This is the practice of chanting the name of God or reciting mantras as a way to focus on the divine.
Seva: This refers to selfless service or volunteering in the community, such as helping the less fortunate or cleaning up public spaces.
Guru Granth Sahib: Sikhism's holy book is considered to be the living Guru, and Sikhs show reverence for the text through rituals such as bowing, reciting passages, and ceremonially carrying it.
Kirtan: This involves the singing of devotional hymns, often accompanied by musical instruments such as the harmonium and tabla.
Langar: This is the practice of offering free food to all who visit a gurdwara, or Sikh temple, regardless of their race, religion, or economic background. Everyone eats together in a communal hall as equals.
Turban: This is a garment that Sikh men and some women wear as a symbol of their faith. It is a sign of respect for the Guru Granth Sahib and a distinctive element of Sikh identity.
Khalsa: The Khalsa is a community of Sikhs who have been initiated through a special ceremony, known as Amrit Sanskar or Amrit Chhakna. Members of the Khalsa commit themselves to the highest ideals of Sikhism, such as living with discipline, purity, and courage.
Naam Japo: This is the practice of continuously remembering God's name and reciting mantras throughout the day to keep one's consciousness focused on the divine.
Vaisakhi: This is a Sikh festival that celebrates the formation of the Khalsa in 1699 by Guru Gobind Singh. It is a time of prayer, ceremony, and feasting.
Five Ks: These are five symbols that are worn by initiated Sikhs as a reminder of their commitment to the faith. They include Kesh (uncut hair), Kara (steel bracelet), Kanga (wooden comb), Kirpan (sword), and Kacchera (cotton shorts).
- "This translates into hard work, honest living, love of fellow humans and through them service of the God, the primal power."
- "Practice truth, contentment and kindness."
- "This way of life is said to have been stripped of complications, myths, jargon, rituals and exploitation of man by man in the name of religion."
- "No benefits are gained by where and to which family the person is born to – All have to undertake the rigours of Simran (meditation) and Sevā (selfless service) to progress spiritually."
- "A Sikh should lead a disciplined life engaged in Naam Simran, meditation on God's name..."
- "A Sikh should lead a disciplined life... living an honest life of a house-holder..."
- "A Sikh should lead a disciplined life... sharing what one has with the community."
- "All have to undertake the rigours of Simran (meditation) and Sevā (selfless service) to progress spiritually."
- "Hard work, honest living, love of fellow humans and through them service of the God, the primal power."
- "The Guru Granth Sahib asks the Sikh to 'Practice truth, contentment and kindness'."
- "This way of life is said to have been stripped of complications, myths, jargon, rituals and exploitation of man by man in the name of religion."
- "No benefits are gained by where and to which family the person is born to."
- "Love of fellow humans and through them service of the God, the primal power."
- "Living an honest life of a house-holder..."
- "Mediation on God's name."
- "Leading a disciplined life engaged in Naam Simran..."
- "Hard work, honest living, love of fellow humans and through them service of the God, the primal power."
- "Practice truth, contentment, and kindness."
- "Sharing what one has with the community." Note: The paragraph provided does not contain specific quotes that directly answer all of the study questions. However, the corresponding quotes provided highlight relevant information from the paragraph that address each question to the best extent possible.