Knowledge Questions - Sikhism Flashcards
1
Q
Approximately how many followers does Sikhism have in the world today?
A
23 million followers
2
Q
What is the name of the first Guru?
A
Guru Nanak Dev Ji
3
Q
In which century was he born?
A
15th Century
4
Q
What does ‘Waheguru’ mean?
A
‘Wonderful Lord’
5
Q
What does ‘Ik Onkar’ mean?
A
‘There is only one God’
6
Q
What key belief does Sikhism share with Hinduism?
A
that the humans are bound by the cycle of reincarnation
7
Q
What is the Guru Granth Sahib Ji?
A
the tenth Guru
8
Q
What is the name given to the eating area in Gurudwara?
A
a langar
9
Q
What is the name given to the symbol of Sikhism?
A
the Khanda
10
Q
On what is the symbol usually found?
A
on a flag outside every Gudwara
