write a short note 1. sikhism
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Sikhism is a faith whose followers are called "Sikhs". The word Sikh means Student or Discipline. Their holy book is the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
The Khanda is one of most important symbols of Sikhism it is made up of four different weapons, center- double edge sword, on each side, left and right, a single edge sword and in the middle the circle (chakra), all of which have a symbolic meaning.
The Khanda is one of most important symbols of Sikhism it is made up of four different weapons, center- double edge sword, on each side, left and right, a single edge sword and in the middle the circle (chakra), all of which have a symbolic meaning.Many sources call Sikhism a monotheistic religion,[1][2][3][4] According to Eleanor Nesbitt, English renderings of Sikhism as a monotheistic religion "tend misleadingly to reinforce a Semitic understanding of monotheism, rather than Guru Nanak's mystical awareness of the one that is expressed through the many. However, what is not in doubt is the emphasis on 'one'".[5]
The Khanda is one of most important symbols of Sikhism it is made up of four different weapons, center- double edge sword, on each side, left and right, a single edge sword and in the middle the circle (chakra), all of which have a symbolic meaning.Many sources call Sikhism a monotheistic religion,[1][2][3][4] According to Eleanor Nesbitt, English renderings of Sikhism as a monotheistic religion "tend misleadingly to reinforce a Semitic understanding of monotheism, rather than Guru Nanak's mystical awareness of the one that is expressed through the many. However, what is not in doubt is the emphasis on 'one'".[5]An estimated 150 million people are followers of Sikhism, which then makes it the fifth largest organized religion in the world just after Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism.[6] A popular place where this religion is practiced is in Asia & America. Sikhs are usually identified by the Turban (which Sikhs call a Dastaar or Pagri), distinctive headgear which could be worn by both men and women. Sikhs arrived in North America in 1897 and played a pivotal role in the opening of the West and construction of the Panama Canal.
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Sikhism is not derived from any other religion. The word 'Sikh' in the Punjabi language means 'disciple', Sikhs are the disciples of God who follow the writings and teachings of the Ten Sikh Gurus. Nankana Sahib, where the founder of the Sikh religion, Guru Nanak Dev was born.
Major Festivals: Hola Mohalla - February/March - a time for contests when Sikhs show ...
Holy Place: Nankana Sahib, where the founder of the Sikh religion, Guru Nanak Dev ...