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Sikh Faith and Sikhism: Index Dec 10th 2011, 11:01 Sikh Faith Index Exploring: Religion & Theism > Sikh Faith & Sikhism --> • Site Resources • Main Site Index • What is Atheism? • Religion & Theism • Skepticism & Logic • Arguments for / against Gods • Evolution vs. Creationism • Religious Timelines • Hate Mail • Glossary • Book Reviews --> • Chat Room Join others in the Agnosticism/Atheism chat! • Discussion Forum Do you have an opinion about this page? Make it known on the Discussion Forum! Profile: Name: Sikhism Founded: 1499 Text(s): Sri Guru Granth Sahib ("Noble Book", also known as the Adi Granth, "First Book") Founder: Name: Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji (known as Guru Nanak) Born: 1469 in the Punjab (modern Pakistan) Died: 1538 Pronunciation: A special note about the pronunciation of the word Sikh is in order because most English speakers tend to pronounce it as "seek." In fact, it should be pronounced "se-ikh." Both of the letters in the kh should be used, as with the name Mikhail Gorbachev. The word sikh comes from Pali sikkah (Sansckrit: sisya), which means "disciple." Sikh History Basic information about the background of Sikhism and how this religion first developed in India. Sikh Beliefs The Sikh faith incorporates aspects of both Hinduism and Islam. This section reviews many of the most important doctrines and beliefs which characterize Sikhism. Sikh Gurus In Hinduism a guru is a spiritual teach or guide. Sikhs have retained his basic meaning, but the title itself is very limited in application: there have only been ten human Gurus, starting with Guru Nanak who founded the Sikh religion. Sikh Scriptures The most important collection of Sikh holy writings is known as the Adi Granth - there are, however, a couple of other important collections which are sometimes overlooked. Sikh Sects The Sikh religion is not an entirely monolithic faith - there are several sects which are not recognized by the majority of Sikhs as orthodox in their teachings and beliefs. Here you will find basic information about the different groups within Sikhism and which diverge from traditional Sikh orthodoxy. Sikh Khalsa The Khalsa is an organization of especially devout Sikhs created by the Tenth Guru, Gobind Singh, as a means to help unite the Sikhs and encourage devotion to Sikh ideals. The group is quasi-military in nature and its members are regarded as something akin to a Sikh army. Sikh Debates There are several issues which divide the Sikhs - matters of great theological significance to them which, at times, can cause violence. Sikhism in India Today Library of Congress report on the state of Sikhism and Sikhs in contemporary India. Sikh Glossary Important terms and concepts which crucial to understanding Sikh beliefs, Sikh traditions and Sikh history. Sources: The HarperCollins Concise Guide to World Religions, by Mircea Eliade, et al. Faiths of Man: Encyclopedia of Religions, by J.G.R. Forlong. Religions of the World, by S. Vernon McCasland et al. The Oxford Dictionary of World Religions, edited by John Bowker. Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of World Religions, edited by Wendy Doniger. -->

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