Sikhism

guru nanak

He was the founder of Sikhism, he died in the 16th century

ten gurus

guru nanak spirtual authority was passed on to 9 other gurus, the teachings of these ten gurus are a major source of sikh beliefs

Guru Granth Sahib

this is the scripture of Sikhism. Sikhs consider it to be a living authority after the 10 gurus.

waheguru

This is the Sikh name for God. Sikhism teaches there is only one God, who lives inside everything

ultimate goal of sikhism

to end the cycle of rebirth and experience union with god

seva

This is an act of service to help others

Other religions

Sikhism teaches no religion is the only true religion

prohibitions

Sikhism does not allow haircuts and intoxication

khalsa

this is a group of Sikh warriors created to defend against religious persecution

kirpan

this is a knife or sword carried by Sikhs for self-defense or defending others