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Sikhism

Sikhism . Major World Religions:. Sikhism about the same percentage of the world population as Judaism 19 million people worldwide India: 17 million Elsewhere: 2 million

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Sikhism

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  1. Sikhism

  2. Major World Religions: • Sikhism about the same percentage of the world population as Judaism • 19 million people worldwide • India: 17 million • Elsewhere: 2 million • Jainism: 14 million people worldwide • India: 4 million

  3. Basics of Sikhism Followers: Sikhs • Monotheistic religion • Founded in Punjab, India, in 15th century by Guru Nanak • Holy City: Amritsar, India • Site of Golden Temple

  4. History of Sikhism, cont. • So…Sikhism came from Hinduism? • Most Sikhs reject the idea that they came from Hinduism • Religions share many similarities • Belief in reincarnation • Karma & dharma • Meditation (yoga) to seek enlightenment

  5. Teachings & Beliefs • Everyone is equal…NO caste system • 10 Gurus (1469 – 1708) • Final guru gave all men last name of Singh and women last name of Kaur • Originally to hide ties to caste • Many Sikhs today still use this last name

  6. Teachings & Beliefs, cont. • All Sikhs must: • Seek purification and overcoming vices/bad character traits • No alcohol, tobacco – things that pollute the body • 5 Characteristics: • Uncut hair (hair wrapped under turban) • Comb • Sword (now ceremonial…not always) • Steel bracelet • Short pants (for battle and modesty)

  7. Teachings & Beliefs, cont. • Guru Granth Sahib: final guru/spiritual leader • Holy book! Use the teachings to follow the path to enlightenment • Book treated as real Guru (both in temples and in homes)

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