sikhism

It is always permissible to defend oneself with violence.

Which of the following was NOT part of Nanak's teaching?

The lack of divine statues in Sikh temples.

Which of the following aspects of Sikhism does NOT derive from Hinduism?

disciple

what does sikh mean

adi granth

What is the name of the Sikh scriptures?

the true name

What do Sikhs call their god?

1. The compilation of the Sikh holy book.

2. The beginning of the militarization of the Sikhs after his martyrdom.

Which of the following is associated with Arjan Dev?

For a Sikh, it only applies to humans.

How does a Sikh view ahimsa differently than a Hindu?

It will always contain a statue of Nanak which is the object of devotion.

Which of the following is NOT true of a gurdwara?

Gobind Singh

Which Sikh Guru founded the fighting force knowns as the Singhs (lions) after his father was killed?

Not wearing any clothing.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Khalsa, or the 5 K's that distinguish the Singhs?

nanak

The first teacher and founder of Sikhism who received revelations from God to reconcile differences between Hinduism and Islam.

the ten gurus

A series of ten human leaders, starting with Nanak, who led the Sikh movement until the eighteenth century.

gobind singh

who ended human gurus

the true name

The Sikh name for the one, all-powerful God who is the creator of the entire universe.

deities

what from hinduism does sikhs reject

baptism ritual

Initiation into Sikhism involving mature initiates being sprinkled with sweetened water stirred by a dagger.

gurdwara

The Sikh temple where congregational worship takes place; it always includes a copy of the Adi Granth

langar

A community dining hall found in every gurdwara where communal meals are shared.

Vaisakhi

An important holiday for Sikhs (also the Hindu new year) celebrating the day Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa.

martyrdom of Guru Arjan

A June celebration honoring the fifth guru who compiled the Adi Granth and built the Golden Temple.

guru

Unlike the general Indian term for "teacher," to Sikhs it specifically means "leader".

khalsa

An elite force of devoted initiates formed by Guru Gobind Singh to defend the Sikh community.

Golden Temple

The beautiful house of worship in Amritsar that serves as a central place of pilgrimage

kesh

Symbolizes holiness and acceptance of God's will. uncut hair

kara

Symbolizes an unbreakable bond with God and the community.

steel bracelet

kanga

(Wooden Comb): Symbolizes cleanliness and a disciplined life.

kachera

(Cotton Undergarments): Symbolizes self-control and chastity.

kirpan

(Dagger/Sword): Symbolizes the duty to protect the weak and fight against injustice.