Sikhism Flashcards

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<p>Kesh</p>

A

<p>it is the uncut hair and beards that sikhs were to show that they accepted gods gift to them.</p>

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<p>Kara</p>

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<p>kara is cast iron bracelet which is worn by sikhs who have initiated into khalsa. </p>

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<p>kangha</p>

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<p>it is a wooden comb that they always carry on them. it symbolises cleanliness.</p>

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<p>kachera</p>

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<p>it is a set off under pants that they wear which symbolise humbleness it tells them to control the feeling of lust.</p>

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<p>Who is the founder of sikhism?</p>

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<p>Guru Nanak.

Guru Nanak came from a hindu family but one day god (waheguru) spoke to him and he went all across punjab and india preaching sikhism</p>

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<p>What is the sikh holy book?</p>

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<p>The Guru granth sahib.</p>

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<p>What is the Gurdwara</p>

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<p>The gurdwara is the sikh place of worship.

It is open to all people. Some sikhs volunteer to help with langar by helping cook the food or donate ingredients</p>

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8
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<p>What are the 5k's</p>

<p>(Clues)</p>

<p>- Hair</p>

<p>- bracelet</p>

<p>- knife</p>

<p>- something you wear</p>

<p>-hair comb</p>

<p></p>

A

Kesh

Kara

Kanga

Kachera

Kirpan

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9
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What is sewa?

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Seva is the selfless service of helping people.

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10
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why is the Guru granth sahib important?

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It is very important to sikhs because it contains information from all 10 gurus and also other religions.

Sikhs treat as a human and highly respect the guru granth sahib

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11
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kirpan

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is a small curved knife sikhs wear. they only use to defend themselves and others.

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12
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What does guru mean?

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Teacher

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