SIKHISM Flashcards
What is Sangat?
The community of Sikhs. Those who are in the presence of the Guru Granth Sahib.
What did Guru Nanak believe about Sangat?
Guru Nanak believed being part of a community brings people closer to Waheguru
What is the importance of Sangat?
- Develop spirituality
- Brings Sikhs together as a community
- Helps Sikhs learn about their religious history
- Provides opportunities for Sewa
What do Sikhs believe about the nature of God? (8points)
1) God is one (Ik Onkar)
2) Eternal truth is his name
3) He is the creator
4) He is the preserver
5) He is without fear (nirgun)
6) He is beyond birth and death
7) He is neither male or female
8) Our souls belong to God
Where might Sikhs go on pilgrimage?
The Golden Temple in Amritsar.
7 Facts about the Golden Temple
1) Built in 1574
2) Made out of Gold
3) Chief house of worship for Sikhs
4) 4 entrances (North, East, South, West)
5) Surrounded by pool of Amrit (removes sin)
6) Steps lead downwards to show humility
7) Worlds largest free kitchen (Langar)
Why might Sikhs do pilgrimage? (5 points)
1) Connect with God
2) See a particular building/feature of faith
3) Connect with the trials and tribulations of the gurus
4) Educate the next generation
5) As a challenge (like Kanga - comb)
Why might Sikhs NOT do Pilgrimage
? (5 points)
1) The Gurus do not agree with pilgrimage
2) Life is a PERSONAL journey - own choice
3) Other things more important (3 principles, equality, sewa)
4) Waheguru is everywhere (immanent - part of his own creation)
5) The burden of pilgrimage should not be put on anyone
What are 6 types of Sikh worship
1) Kirtan
2) Simran
3) Naam Japna
4) Shabads
5) Sewa
6) At home
What is Kirtan?
Listening to recitals from the Guru Granth Sahib
What is Simran?
Repeating selected verses from the Guru Granth Sahib repeatedly
What is Naam Japna?
Saying Gods name repeatedly (whilst doing sewa)
What are Shabads?
Hymns lead by Ragis
What is sewa?
Selfless service; form of worship by helping others or charity.
How might Sikhs worship at home?
- With a small booklet of verses from the GGS (Gutka)
- By saying daily prayers (Nitmen prayers)
