Y8 Sikhism Flashcards
What does Guru Nanak’s name mean?
Teacher of God.
What is a follower of Sikhism called?
A Sikh.
What does Sikh mean?
Learner.
What did Guru Nanak tell Sikhs about Hindus and Muslims?
That there is neither and only God’s path.
What were two of Guru Nanak’s teachings?
Share and obey God.
Where did Guru Nanak live as a child?
In Punjab.
What happens on the day of Guru Nanak’s birthday?
There is a ceremony were the Guru Granth Sahib is read for 48 hours all at one time by multiple people.
What is the Guru Granth Sahib?
It is the Sikh holy book.
Name the five Ks.
Kirpan, Kachera, Kara, Kangha and Kesh
What does the Kirpan symbolise?
It shows readiness to be a spiritual warrior.
What does the Kachera symbolise?
It shows readiness to defend your faith.
What does the Kara symbolise?
It shows you are one with God.
What does the Kangha symbolise?
It shows you are clean to God.
What does the Kesh symbolise?
It shows you stayed the way God has created you by not cutting your hair.
What is the Khalsa?
It is a group of Sikhs that are willing to give them self up for God.
