Sikhism Flashcards
Sikh
follower
Guru Nanak
Born 1469 in area now knows as Pakistan. Disappeared while bathing in a river, reappeared 3 days later enlightened. Died at the age of 70 in 1539
Gobind Singh
10th Guru from 1666 (1675) to 1708. Established the order of the Khalsa
Golden Temple
One of the obligations of Khalsa is a pilgrimage to the Golden Temple
Mukti
(similar to Moksha) achieved by personal righteousness and learning gained by meditation and mantra
Granth Sahib
Also called Adi Granth. Collection of poems and hymns by Nanak and the 4 gurus
3 S’s
Simran, Seva, Sangat
Simran
Meditation and Mantra
Seva
Service to God and man
Sangat
Guidance of a teacher
Khalsa
“Pure ones” established by Guru Gobind Singhat the great gathering of the Sikhs at Anandapur. The tent on a hill/
5 K’s of Khalsa
Kesh, Kangha, Kachha, Kara, Kirpan
Kesh
The hair - uncut. Spirituality, respect for natural laws
Kanga
The comb - controlling the mind and body
Kachh (Kacha)
Underwear - physical, moral purity
Kara
The steel bracelet - symbol of oneness of god and the unity of the individual with god and all mankind
Kirpan
The short dagger - symbol of personal dignity, self defense, and just use of power. Also a symbol of god.
The new order of Khalsa
No castes No use of Hindu or Muslim books Male members - Singh Female members - Kaur No tobacco, alcohol or gambling
Nam / Ik Oankar
Believe in one true god. One true name.
Guru
Teacher/ leader of the Sikhs
Adi Granth
Compiled scriptures
Principles of Sikh Tradition
God is personal and individual God is formless and non-physical God does not become incarnate Devotion to god through yoga This leads to Mukti, or release
