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Sikhism
This is just a quick introduction to the beliefs of Sikhism, there's LOADS more important stuff if we had the space!
Article by : SpunOut.ie
Sikhism teaches that there is one God and emphasises the importance of doing good actions instead of just doing religious rituals. Sikhism also puts great importance on equality, both socially and between men and women. It is the youngest of the most popular religions in the world.
- Sikhism began in the 15th Century in an area of what is now India and Pakistan.
- The faith was started by Guru Nanak and Sikhism is based on this spiritual leader's teachings and the teachings of the Sikh gurus who came after him. There are 10 Sikh gurus in total.
- Sikhs (followers of Sikhism) believe that you should live by keeping God always in your heart and mind, living honestly and working hard, serving others and treating everyone equally and being generous.
- Sikhs worship in a building called a Gurdwara.
- The Sikh holy book or scripture is called the Guru Granth Sahib.
- Sikhs believe that religion is part of everyday life and avoid statues, pilgrimages and superstitions.
- Sikhs believe in a cycle of birth, death and rebirth (reincarnation) that is controlled by Karma. It means that everything we do has a consequence and so if we do something good then something good will happen to us (and the same with bad stuff).
