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Religions of the World I: Sikhism

Introduction
Origins
Founder: Guru Nanak
Beliefs
Historical development
Practices

Sikh Terms to Know

 

Nanak

Sikh

Gurus (10 historical Gurus)

Adi Granth/Guru Granth Sahib (sacred text as Guru)

Punjab

Punjabi

Amritsar

The "Golden Temple"

Khalsa

Amit ceremony (initiation)

Singh

Kaur

The "Five K’s"

Gurdwara

Granthi

Kirtan

Langar

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