Week 3 Sikhism

The Gurus

100

This Guru founded Sikhism in the 15th century.

Guru Nanak Dev Ji

200

This Guru compiled Guru Nanak’s teachings into the Adi Granth.

Guru Angad Dev Ji

300

This Guru built the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib).

Guru Arjan Dev Ji

400

This Guru introduced Sikh martial arts and was freed during Bandi Chhor Divas.

Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji

500

This Guru created the Khalsa and finalised the Guru Granth Sahib Ji.

Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Beliefs

100

Sikhs believe there is only ______ God.

1

200

The word “Sikh” means this.

Learner

300

The three main duties of a Sikh are: Pray, Work, and ______.

Give.

400

The Sikh holy book that serves as the eternal Guru.

Guru Granth Sahib Ji

500

Sikhs use several names for God, including Waheguru, Akal Purakh, and this term meaning “Eternal Reality.”

Sat Nam

Places of Worship

100

A Sikh place of worship is called this.

Gurdwara

200

This free community kitchen is found inside every Gurdwara.

Langar

300

Before entering the prayer hall, Sikhs must remove their shoes and do this.

Wash their hands, cover their head.

400

This flag, found outside every Gurdwara, is saffron-coloured and triangular.

Nishan Sahib

500

Inside a Gurdwara, the Guru Granth Sahib Ji is placed on this raised platform, under a canopy.

Takht (or Palki Sahib)

Festivals

100

This Guru was released from prison during Sikh Diwali.

Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji

200

This festival celebrates the founding of the Khalsa in 1699.

Vaisakhi

300

Sikh Diwali is also known as this.

Bandi Chhor Divas

400

Recite 3 key points about the story of Sikh Diwali (Bandi Chhor Divas).

1. Hargobind arrest during Diwali for carrying 2 swords.

2. Found 52 other prisoners, convinced Emperor for better conditions. 

3. Made cloak with 52 strands to free all prisoners.

500

Recite 3 key points of Vaisakhi.

1. Guru Gobind asks crowd who is willingly to be beheaded for God. 

2. 5 men volunteer, the crowd thinks they are getting beheaded.

3. The 5 men come out of the tent alive and baptized.

History/Symbols

100

Guru Nanak was born near this city.

Pakistan (back then known as Lahore)

200

The Sikh symbol showing two swords and a double-edged blade.

The Khanda

300

The ___________ is a special place for Sikhs located in India.

Golden Temple 

400

Vaisakhi originally began as this type of ancient celebration before becoming a Khalsa festival.

The Spring Harvest Festival

500

Name all of the 5 K's and their uses. 

1. Kesh (Uncut hair): Symbolizes acceptance of God's will and spiritual maturity; often covered by a turban.
2. Kangha (Wooden comb): Used to keep hair neat and clean, representing discipline, cleanliness, and order.
3. Kara (Steel/Iron bracelet): Worn on the wrist, it signifies unity, eternity (God has no beginning/end), and restraint from evil actions.
4. Kachera (Cotton undergarment): Represents high moral character, self-control, modesty, and readiness for action.
5. Kirpan (Sword/Dagger): A small, sheathed blade signifying the duty to defend the weak, uphold justice, and fight against oppression.