Sikh Gurus
How many Sikh Gurus were there?
Ten
What does the word “Sikh” mean?
Disciple or student
When was the Khalsa created?
Vaisakhi, 1699
Who were the sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji known as?
The Four Sahibzadas
Which festival celebrates the creation of the Khalsa?
Vaisakhi
What are the travels of Guru Nanak Dev Ji known as?
Udaasis
What is “Vand Chakna” in Sikhism?
Sharing with others
What is the meaning of the word "Kirpan"?
Sword for protection of others
Which Guru was martyred by being seated on a red-hot iron plate?
Guru Arjan Dev Ji
What is the name of the holiest Sikh shrine in Amritsar?
Harmandir Sahib or Golden Temple
When was Guru Nanak Dev Ji born?
1469
What is the daily Sikh prayer in the morning called?
Japji Sahib
What are the five symbols of the Khalsa?
Five K's: Kesh, Kara, Kanga, Kachera, and Kirpan
Who was the Sikh woman warrior who led forty soldiers back to fight for Guru Gobind Singh Ji?
Mai Bhago Ji
Which festival is celebrated by Sikhs to remember Guru Hargobind Ji’s release from prison?
Bandi Chhor Divas
Which Guru taught Sikhs to stand up and fight for justice?
Guru Hargobind Ji
What does the Sikh greeting “Sat Sri Akaal” mean?
God is the eternal truth / Truth reigns eternal
What color is the Nishan Sahib usually?
Orange or Saffron
Who gave water to both Sikh and Muslim soldiers during battles?
Bhai Kanhaiya Ji
What is the name of the Sikh festival that is celebrated by holding mock battles?
Hola Mahalla
Which Guru compiled the Adi Granth, the early version of Guru Granth Sahib Ji?
Guru Arjan Dev Ji
How much of their income are Sikhs encouraged to contribute for religious purposes?
What is the significance of the Khanda symbol in Sikhism?
A double-edged sword symbolizing both miri (temporal) and piri (spiritual power)
Who was the Sikh martyr who was sawed in half for refusing to convert to Islam?
Bhai Mati Das Ji
Which Gurdwara stands at the place where Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji was beheaded?
Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib