Kissing, especially intimate kissing, is generally discouraged before marriage in Sikhism and considered inappropriate in Gurdwaras, as it relates to lust (Kaam), one of the five evils, but it's viewed differently for married couples as a natural expression within marriage; premarital intimacy is reserved for after the Anand Karaj (marriage ceremony) and should be kept modest before that. While there isn't a strict prohibition on innocent family affection, public displays of romance like kissing are seen as immodest and disrespectful to the spiritual environment, with the focus on pure intentions towards marriage.
Sikhs believe that reincarnation - (the cycle of life-death-rebirth) - is for those who do not attain attachment to God during the human life cycle. Sikh males or females who have family ties or are close to one another may embrace one another. Sikhs do not exchange a kiss on the cheek.
Yes, Sikhs can use condoms, as Sikhism permits contraception and leaves the choice of method to the couple, with many preferring barrier methods like condoms for family planning within marriage, although some debate exists about using them purely for pleasure versus procreation. There are no explicit prohibitions against condoms in Sikh scriptures, but they are generally encouraged within the context of marital relations for health, family planning, or spacing children, rather than for extramarital sex or lust (Kaam).
Sikhi does not tell us not to have crushes (we are sorry you were told otherwise!). However, Sikhi does tells us to be careful about how fixated we might get on them. Sikhi is a way of life, one that advocates balance amongst all the strong emotional forces in our life: anger, lust, attachment, greed, and ego.
In Sikhism, sexual activity must occur only between married individuals for the purpose of producing children. Before marriage it is said to be a sin, as it is a pat of kaam(lust or sexual desire).
Hair removal – Hair cutting, trimming, removing, shaving, plucking, threading, dyeing, or any other alteration from any body part is strictly forbidden.
To begin your shower, wear your Kashera properly with your Nala tied securely. It's essential to keep your Kashera on both legs throughout the shower. Once you finish, carefully wipe your body and start replacing your wet Kashera. Remove the wet Kashera from one leg, wipe it, and then wear the dry Kashera.
Yes, Sikhs can marry non-Sikhs, but it's complicated: they can marry legally or under other traditions, but a formal Sikh wedding (Anand Karaj) in a Gurdwara is generally reserved for Sikhs, as the ceremony involves bowing to the Guru Granth Sahib, a commitment typically not made by non-Sikhs, though some Gurdwaras permit it with conditions like conversion or signing declarations, creating significant community debate.
In Sikhism there are 4 cardinal sins (Kurahts). Sikhs should not; cut their hair, commit adultery, use tobacco or other drugs and not eat ritually slaughtered meat, such as halal meat.
es, you can have a love marriage in Sikhi but there are certain restrictions. For example, you should start with an Ardaas. It is fine that you have seen each other from a distance and you like her, she likes you and you both might even talked about it.
The Guru Granth Sahib teaches: “If the husband and wife dispute, their concern for their children should reunite them,” (Guru Granth Sahib 143). However, if all attempts to save the marriage fail, many Sikhs will accept divorce as a last resort.
the fact that most sikhs eat dairy, onions, and garlic contributes to such body odor as well. perhaps if we bathe and change clothes several times a day we would be ok, but for most working people, this is not possible. there is nothing wrong with wearing deodorant.
Yes, Sikhs can use condoms, as Sikhism permits contraception and leaves the choice of method to the couple, with many preferring barrier methods like condoms for family planning within marriage, although some debate exists about using them purely for pleasure versus procreation. There are no explicit prohibitions against condoms in Sikh scriptures, but they are generally encouraged within the context of marital relations for health, family planning, or spacing children, rather than for extramarital sex or lust (Kaam).
Judaism prohibits shaving with a razor on the basis of a rabbinic interpretation of Leviticus 19:27, which states, "Ye shall not round the corners of your heads, neither shalt thou mar the corners of thy beard." The Mishnah interprets this as a prohibition on using a razor on the beard.
There isn't a single universally agreed-upon "#1 worst sin," as different religions and even denominations have varying perspectives, but blasphemy against the Holy Spirit (attributing Jesus's work to Satan) is often cited as an unforgivable or eternal sin in Christianity, while pride and greed are seen as foundational sins in other traditions, leading to many others.
Sikhs who do not follow a vegetarian diet may eat meat from any animal, but are prohibited from eating any meat which has been ritually slaughtered, including halal and kosher meat products. However, some Sikhs may choose to not eat beef or pork.
Menstruation does not lead to women being considered impure in Sikhism, and women's behavior is not restricted during the time when she is menstruating.
Extra-marital sexual relations are considered a severe violation of the Sikh code of conduct. For Sikhs, lust is a major vice that is an obstacle to realizing God, and therefore, adultery is not only a betrayal of trust but a major spiritual lapse that has very serious consequences for one's spiritual life.
