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Sikhi

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  • What does Kesh represent?
    Uncut hair, showing respect for God's creation
  • What is the purpose of the Kara?
    It reminds Sikhs to do good and that God has no beginning or end
  • What is the Guru Granth Sahib?
    The Sikh holy scripture and final Guru
  • What is Sewa in Sikhism?
    Selfless service to others
  • Why do Sikhs carry a Kirpan?
    To represent the duty to protect the weak and stand against injustice
  • What is the Nishan Sahib?
    The Sikh flag outside every Gurdwara
  • How do Sikhs worship at home?
    By praying, reading from the Guru Granth Sahib, or meditating
  • What is reincarnation?
    The belief that the soul is reborn in a new body after death
  • Give an example of Sewa
    Cooking in the Langar, cleaning the Gurdwara, helping those in need
  • What do Sikhs believe is the aim of life?
    To break the cycle of reincarnation and unite with God (mukti)
  • What does 'Waheguru' mean?
    Wonderful Lord or God
  • Where is the Guru Granth Sahib kept in a Gurdwara?
    On a raised platform called a Takht or Palki
  • What does 'Manmukh' mean?
    Someone who follows their own desires and ego
  • What are the 5 Ks in Sikhism?
    Kesh, Kara, Kanga, Kachera, Kirpan
  • Why do Sikhs sit on the floor in a Gurdwara?
    To show equality – no one is above anyone else
  • What does removing shoes in a Gurdwara show?
    Respect and humility
  • Who can eat in the Langar?
    Everyone, regardless of religion, background or status
  • What does the term 'Gurmukh' mean?
    Someone who follows God's will and lives spiritually
  • What is the importance of honesty in Sikhism?
    It is one of the key virtues to live a Gurmukh life
  • Which type of person does Sikhism encourage people to be: Gurmukh or Manmukh?
    Gurmukh
  • What is a Gurdwara?
    A Sikh place of worship
  • What does equality mean in Sikhism?
    Everyone is equal regardless of caste, gender, race or religion
  • What is Langar?
    The free community kitchen in a Gurdwara
  • What is the name of the most important Gurdwara?
    The Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib)