Sikhism Beliefs

What rules do Sikhs live by?

Sikhs believe in one God (Waheguru), the creator of everything, and that everyone is equal before God. They strive to live a life of honesty, hard work, generosity, and service to others, as these are seen as ways to connect with God. A key concept in Sikhism is "seva," or selfless service, where helping others is a way to worship God.

Key Beliefs:

One God:

Sikhs believe in one God, known as Waheguru, who is all-powerful and the creator of the universe. 

Equality:

Sikhism teaches that everyone is equal before God, regardless of gender, race, or social status. 

Honesty and Hard Work:

Sikhs are encouraged to live honestly and work hard to earn a living. 

Generosity and Charity:

Sharing with those less fortunate is seen as a way to show gratitude to God. 

Service (Seva):

Helping others without expecting anything in return is a central practice in Sikhism. 

Reincarnation and Liberation:

Sikhs believe in reincarnation and the goal of achieving liberation (mukti) from the cycle of birth and rebirth through devotion to God and righteous living. 

Guru Granth Sahib:

The holy scripture of Sikhism, containing the teachings of the ten Sikh Gurus, is revered as the eternal Guru. 

 

 

Five Ks in Sikhism

The Five Ks of Sikhism are symbols that initiated Sikhs, or members of the Khalsa, are required to wear or carry as reminders of their faith and commitment. These symbols, known as the Panj Kakka, include Kesh (uncut hair), Kangha (comb), Kara (steel bracelet), Kachera (undershorts), and Kirpan (small sword). These symbols serve as a visual representation of Sikh identity and principles

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