Interesting Facts
Globally, there are this many Sikhs, with 400,000 of them residing in the United Kingdom.
What is 30 Billion
Sikhi *(In English: Sikhism) was developed from the spiritual teachings of this person, who is also the faith's first Guru.
What is Guru Nanak
The Sikh Religion was born in Punjab, South Asia in 1469 CE by Guru Nanak and continued to grow under this many religious leaders, also known as Gurus.
What is 10
This holiday celebrates the Birth or Death of a Sikh Guru.
What is "Gurpurab"
The literal meaning of the Punjabi word Sikh, in English.
What is "Disciple"
Historically worn by royalty in South Asia, and the Gurus adopted the practice of wearing this item as a way of asserting the sovereignty and equality of all people. It also represents a public commitment to maintaining the values and ethics of the tradition, including service, compassion, and honesty.
What is "A Turban"
This Sikh practitioner was named by Fortune Magazine as one of the seven "Unsung Heroes of the 20th Century" and is best known for his work on fiber optics. He is also the creator and chief promoter of the term "fiber optics!"
What is Narinder Singh Kapany
This Sikh scripture was compiled by the 10 Gurus and speaks of the nature of divine experience and the steps one can take to achieve. It holds the ultimate authority within the Sikh tradition.
What is the "Guru Granth Sahib"
*(written in verse format and often set to music)
A Hindu festival that Sikhs participate in. It is celebrated as the Festival of Colors, Love, and Spring
What is "Holi"
This word describes the articles of faith worn by baptized Sikhs: Kesh (uncut hair), Kara (steel bracelet), Kanga (wooden comb), Kachera (cotton undergarments), and Kirpan (ceremonial sword).
What is The "Five K"
Similar to Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, Sikhs practice this core principle of humility through honest living and selfless love-inspired service which goes by this word in Sikhi and translates to "selfless service" in English.
What is "Seva"
This Sikh practitioner, scientist, and direct descendent of Guru Amar Das (third Sikh Guru) published more than 150 research papers in national and international journals of repute such as Nature and The Journal of The Chemical Society of England.
He was also President of one of the five highest seats of Sikhism, Takhat Harmandar Sahib, at Patna Sahib, the Birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh, the Tenth Sikh Guru.
Who is Dr Kartar Singh Bawa (1886-1960)
In 1699CE Guru Gobind Singh (the 10th Guru) called on all Sikhs to gather in the city of Anandpur to formally establish the Sikh community under this name, which provided an official structure for people committed to the Sikh way of life.
What is "Guru Khalsa Panth"
The three-day extension festival of martial arts that follows Holi. In this festival, Sikh soldiers compete in horsemanship, athletics, archery, military exercises, and train in mock battles.
What is "Hola Mohalla" aka Hola
This surname is adopted by Sikh men and women. The practice was established by the tenth Sik Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, to promote social justice and equality by replacing family names that often-indicated caste status.
What is "Kaur" *(English translation: Princess)
What is "Singh" *(English translation: Lion)
Similar to protestant Christianity, the Sikh community is a monotheistic religion that believes that all people are equal, and that each person can connect with God this way.
What is "directly"
This founding Sikh Guru taught that true religion consists of always being mindful of God, meditating on the name and attributes of God and reflecting on God's Power in all activities of daily life.
What is Guru Nanak, the first Guru
The tenth and last Sikh Guru passed away in 1708 CE, leaving the authority to rest within these two entities of the Sikh community.
Who is Guru Granth Sahib - scripture
Who is Guru Khalsa Panth - initiated Sikhs
This holiday commemorates the release of Guru Hargobind (sixth Sikh Guru) along with 52 Hindu princes from the Gwalior Fort in 1619 and is celebrated with lights, fireworks, feasts and festivities on the same day of Hindu festival Diwali.
What is "Bandi Chhor Divas" aka "Bandi Chhor Dihara"
English translation: "The Day of Liberation"
Individuals who commit to the Sikh way of life are required to do these two things, which mean to: accept the initiation and adopt the Sikh code of conduct and include engaging in daily prayers and wearing the five articles of faith.
What is "Amrit"
What is "Rehat Maryada"
Truthful Living, Service to Humanity, and Devotion to God are called ______.
What is the "Three Daily Principles"
This devoted Sikh scientist and 1946 Nobel Prize nonminor for chemistry, is known for his research on the effects of the insecticide D.D.T. and the importance of chemicals against diseases caused by insects and bacteria.
What is Bawa Kartar Singh *(1886-1960)
The name Punjabi name Harmandir Sahib translates to "House of God" in English and denotes this place, located in Amristar, Punjab, India. It is considered one of the holiest sites in Sikhism.
What is "The Golden Temple"
This most important day traditionally marks the celebration of the spring harvest festival and is the day the 10th Guru, Guru Gobind Singh called all Sikhs to gather in the city of Anandpur to formally establish the Sikh community!
What is "Vaisakhi"
This Punjabi word, that originates from the word Shishya in Sanskrit, is preferred by Sikhs to identify themselves and can be defined as "A way of life and a continuous state of learning and engagement."
What is "Sikhi"