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Sikhism
Sikhism is classified as an Indian religion along with Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. The basis of Sikhism lies in the teachings of Guru Nanak and his successors. Sikh ethics emphasize the congruence between spiritual development and everyday moral conduct.
Sikh religion was founded by “ Professor Guru Nanak Dev ” ( for the beginning of Sikhism From the year of the first Prophet’s birth ( 2012 ) Guru Nanak Dev was born in the village of Talwandi ( now known as ” Nangana Sahib ” near Lahore. located in Pakistan )
Guru Nanak who gave birth to Sikhism
Sikhism has no priests, monks or saints, but those who perform daily religious ceremonies. will be called “Granthi”
1) Born in northern India, Punjab.
2) It is the youngest monotheistic religion.
3) Sikhs = Sikkha. Disciple means disciple, disciple with the word guru (teacher) means teacher or teacher, prophet.
4) The cause – because of the desire to unite Islam and Hinduism into one religion of India.
5) Prophets in religion are called 10 Guru.
6) to perform rituals, often taking the scriptures as the main substitute for the Prophet
7) Guru Nanak = The First Prophet, Guru Kovindasingh = The Last Prophet
8) First Guru = Saint
Last Guru = Saint + Soldier
9) The last guru hated the Muslims very much. There are many provisions for this cause.
– Fines of 125 rupees per time for respecting Muslim burial grounds
– Duties of Sikhs The real war against the Muslims
Doctrine
– Unity of God Religion and Attributes of God
– Unity and Equality of Humanity
– equality of men and women
– principles of life
Religion
– Bhavitabbakit = 7 things that should arise:
Choose a clean and calm place.
Purify the body
do not speak regardless of any matter
Must understand the scriptures and have confidence, must have wisdom, have faith, to have a proportion in the service.
must concentrate on meditation
must practice
You must choose the best time for service.
Phahatabbakit = 5 things that should be done, which are:
- overeating
- oversleeping
- lazy
- be distracted
- sleep too little
Principle of life
To be a complete Sikh must go through a ritual of baptism and follow.
a) All five are
1) Ket means to keep long hair without cutting it at all.
2) Gangha – having a small, personal comb .
3) Ka – wears underwear regularly.
4) Ra – having a bracelet made of iron .
5) Kirapan – having a sword with him at all times.
the identity of sikhi
Kesa
In ancient times, Kesa, or hair, represented a priest and a virtuous person. The Master Guru Nayak initiated the hair growth without cutting it. Keeping hair represents a living in harmony with the will of God. that has given hair to mankind
The gra ( iron bracelet) is a symbol of patience, humility, and gentleness, a constant reminder of the Sikhs that they have a bond with the Lord.
The Master, when he looked at the bracelet in his hand He would think several times before doing anything that was unethical.
It is a sign of commitment to the group. and friendliness expression of a sense of brotherhood
The kangha (comb) is necessary for keeping the hairs clean and neat.
Ka ( shorts) is a symbol of goodness. and compactness Create comfort and ease in traveling, working, in battle, and also convenient even when on vacation. as well as being a symbol of agility
Kirapan ( dagger / sword) It is a mark of courage and adventure. It expresses self-confidence. and ready to defend one’s honor and others Swords are used to protect others. It is not a weapon for aggression or harming others.
a. Those who have gone through the rite of baptism will be called Singh or Singh .
b. Obedience to the Guru is a very important principle because Sikhism has included the supreme being in the Guru .
C. The rite of baptism and the receiving of a. Some sects do not strictly practice.
Because it is considered a ritual that has increased in the era of the last guru
D. Some sects already have 16-20 teachers , such as the Namthari sect .
Principles of daily practice
1) Wake up early and fill your mind with the love of God.
2) Always give alms.
3) Speak only polite words.
4) Be humble
5) Do good to others.
6) Do not eat a lot, sleep a lot.
7) Spend only what you earn.
8) Sleep with good people day and night.
9) Join the good people to recite the Guru’s praise.
The service chooses one of these three discourses:
1. Guruvani is the text of the Bible.
2. Mulmantra is a mantra that is original or fundamental.
3. His name was Wahekuru.
Scriptures = Krantha Sahib
1. Such as Gantha – The First Book
– Guru Orachon is the compiler.
– Includes thesis of the 1-5th guru
2. Dhasamagantha – Part Two of the Scriptures
– Guru Kovinthasingh has compiled
A. Sikhs must reject Hindu and Islamic scriptures.
b. Rituals must do by holding both scriptures
These two parts are the main
c. The Sikhs meet and put the scriptures in front of them.
D. The ceremony that received much merit is Read the Bible in one go
There are two important sects:
1. Nanakpanthi Sect means one who practices the Dharma of Guru Nanak (First Prophet)
2. Nilimle sect means monk who is flawless. Some people call this sect “Khalsa sect” or “Singha sect”. The followers of this sect follow the teachings of Guru Kovin Singh. (Prophet the 10th)
God
1) Wahekuru
2) People cannot reach God at once without having to find a teacher first.
K. In judging problems with the text of the scriptures There is a group of people called Panchapiya to judge the scriptures
Principles of ethics for attaining high truths
1. Listening to the name
2. Obedience to God
Principles of achieving Nirvana
1. Contemplating the name
2. have faith and loyalty
3. Speech of praise to the Lord
4. Adhering to the teachings of the Guru
5. There is a truth that will be the cause for oneself with God.
SYMBOL
1. Kettle and Sword – Service and Strength
2. All 5 A’s
3. A crossed sword
Kanda is a symbol of Sikh people. Emblem of national honor on both sides showing sovereignty Both worldly and spiritually complete, the Chakram represents immortality. The one and only God, the Creator, the originator of all things .
Summarize
Sikhism is a monotheistic religion.
believe that this world is real, not an illusion
People are already great in their own nature.
Sik believes that karma can produce results in this life and the next
Sik believes that the immortal soul
The ultimate goal is liberation from suffering.
don’t support priests and social isolation Against baptism, class, caste, and idol worship.
