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AQA Religious Studies B GCSE > Religion and Life Issues - Sikhism Key Terms and Definitions > Flashcards

Religion and Life Issues - Sikhism Key Terms and Definitions Flashcards

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5Ks

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Symbols of Sikhism: Kachera, Kangha, Kara, Kesh, Kirpan. Not all Sikhs interpret these
symbols in exactly the same way.

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granthi

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A reader and explainer of the Guru Granth Sahib and a person who officiates at
ceremonies.

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gurdwara

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The Sikh place of worship. ‘Literally’ the doorway to the Gurus.

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Guru Granth Sahib

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Collection of Sikh scriptures, collated by Guru Arjan and Guru Gobind Singh.

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Ikonkar

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Belief that ‘God is One’ – from the Mool Mantar.

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kachera

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The traditional underwear or shorts, symbolising moral purity. One of the 5Ks.

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kangha (kanga)

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A comb that is worn in the hair, symbolising self-discipline. One of the 5Ks.

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kara

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A steel band that is worn on the right wrist, symbolising the oneness of God and Khalsa.
One of the 5Ks.

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kesh

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Uncut hair, symbolising the fight for spiritual justice. One of the 5Ks.

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khalsa

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The Sikh community founded by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699 C.E. Literally ‘the
community of the poor’.

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kirpan

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A sword, symbolising the fight for spiritual justice. One of the 5Ks.

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kurahit

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Things which are not allowed – prohibitions.

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langar

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The dining hall of the gurdwara and the food served there. Literally ‘Guru’s’ kitchen.

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monotheism

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Belief in one God.

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Mool Mantar (Mul
Mantra)
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The statement of belief set out at the beginning of the Guru Granth Sahib.

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Rehat (Reht) Maryada

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The Sikh code of discipline covering religious rites and ethical observances.

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sewa

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Selfless service for the Sikh community and gurdwara, also directed at all of humanity.
Often refers to voluntary work or work offered to God.

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The Ten Gurus

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The ten human Gurus, who were messengers of God.

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Waheguru

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‘Wonderful Lord’; a name for God.

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