The founder of the Sikh tradition, Guru Nanak, was born in the region of Punjab, South Asia, in 1469 CE. He lived a life of spirituality, service, and honesty, and the disciples who began to follow his teachings came to be known as Sikhs.
The Sikhs call their faith Gurmat (Punjabi: “the Way of the Guru”). According to Sikh tradition, Sikhism was established by Guru Nanak (1469–1539) and subsequently led by a succession of nine other Gurus. All 10 human Gurus, Sikhs believe, were inhabited by a single spirit.
Islam believes that Muhammad was the last prophet, to whom the Quran was revealed by God in the 7th century CE. Sikhism was founded in the 15th century CE by Guru Nanak.
While Sikhs may accept Jesus as a prophet, they believe that Jesus cannot be God because God cannot be born. However, Jesus says, “Truly, truly I say to you, before Abraham was, I am” (Jn. 8:58). When interrogated by the high priest asking, “'Are you the Christ, the Son of the Blessed?
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.
The word Hindu is an exonym, and while Hinduism has been called the oldest surviving religion in the world, it has also been described by the modern term Sanātana Dharma ( lit. 'eternal dharma'). Vaidika Dharma ( lit. 'Vedic dharma') and Arya dharma are historical endonyms for Hinduism.
The answer to this question is both “yes” and “no”. Sikh scripture refers to Allah in the most general sense as a name for God . But this Allah has a different theology than what is given in Quran.
The turban is part of the uniform because it has immense spiritual and temporal significance. Wearing a turban declares sovereignty, dedication, self-respect, courage and piety. All practicing Sikhs wear the turban out of love and as a mark of commitment to the faith.
The Adi Granth (Punjabi: ਆਦਿ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ), its first rendition, was compiled by the fifth guru, Guru Arjan (1564–1606). Its compilation was completed on 29 August 1604 and first installed inside the Golden Temple in Amritsar on 1 September 1604.
Historically, Sikhs were seen as the protectors of Hindus, among others, and were even considered by some right-wing Hindu political organizations like the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh as the "sword arm" of Hinduism.
Ever wondered why Sikhs don't cut their hair and wear turbans? ✨ For Sikhs, hair (Kesh) is a gift from God, and keeping it uncut is a sign of respect and spiritual strength. The turban (Dastaar) isn't just a piece of cloth - it's a symbol of honor, faith, and identity.
both Islam and Hinduism. For religious reasons, practicing Sikhs do not cut their hair. Sikh men wrap their long hair with a turban called a pagri (see photo a), a practice that typically takes 10- 15 minutes.
According to traditional Sikh historiography, the conflict was a religious one, opposing a fanatical Muslim tyrant and the Sikh Guru, ready to sacrifice his life for the sake of religious freedom, in that particular instance of a community other than his own.
Diwali is a significant festival in Hinduism, Jainism and Sikhism. In a multicultural and diverse country like India, everyone has their own way of celebrating this festival.
A interfaith marriage is permissible, however not an interfaith Anand Karaj. The Anand Karaj is a sacred marriage ceremony traditionally only partaken in by the Khalsa (initiated Sikhs). The couple enters wedlock in commitment to follow the Guru alone, renounce all other faiths and traditions.
However, during the actual prayer, Guru Ji did not perform the Namaz. The Qazi (Muslim priest) later asked Guru Ji, why you did not perform the Namaz? Guru Nanak Dev Ji replied, you were not here doing the Namaz so who should I have done my Namaz with? The Qazi was simply reciting the Namaz without any concentration.
In Punjab, conversion to Islam occurred mostly amongst pastoralist or agricultural groups that were not integrated into the Hindu Varna social class hierarchy, such as Jats, who were known to Muslims as Zutt.
The concept of Sikhism includes: Universal acceptance of all humanity; • Belief in one God; • The name of God is Truth, “Sat Nam”; Page 2 CULTURE AND RELIGION • Equality of all persons irrespective of their caste, colour, gender, nationality and religion • Equality of the sexes is emphasised.
Waheguru (Punjabi: ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ, romanized: vāhigurū, pronunciation: [ʋaːɦɪɡuɾuː], literally meaning "Wow Guru", figuratively translated to mean "Wonderful God" or "Wonderful Lord") is a term used in Sikhism to refer to God as described in Guru Granth Sahib. It is the most common term to refer to God in modern Sikhism.
Sikhs greet one another, and can be formally greeted by non-Sikhs with the Punjabi salutation—Sat Sri Akal (roughly translated as "Blessed is the person who says God is Truth”) while bringing the palms together at chest level (known as Anjali) and slightly bowing the head in a humbling and respectful posture.
The festival has traditionally been also observed by non-Hindus, such as by Sikhs, Jains and Newars (Nepal). In Mughal India, Holi was celebrated with such exuberance that people of all castes could throw colour on the Emperor.
