Sikh Beliefs Description of God Purpose of Life Attaining Salvation Sikh Glossary

Sikh Beliefs Description of God Purpose of Life Attaining Salvation Sikh Glossary

Amrit means nectar. Amrit is prepared from ground sugar and water. In Sikhism, Amrit, also known as Khande Ki Pohul, means taking the sublime essence of God to purify yourself and live a moral and jus [..]

Asht means eight. Ashtpadi consists of 8 hymns. Sukhmani Sahib is divided into 24 sections called Ashtpadi, while each Ashtpadi consists of eight hymns.

A devotee of God.

A Sikh who follows Guru's teachings and lifestyle.

Janamsakhi literally means birth stories. The Janamsakhi written by Bhai Bala Ji describes the life and journeys made by the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Special undergarment, drawers or briefs resembling boxer shorts. Kachhehra is worn by Sikhs as a reminder to practice marital fidelity. It is a symbol of self control. Kachhehra is one of the Five K.

A steel bracelet worn by Sikh as a symbol of committment to truthfulness, strength, and unity. It is also considered as a visible deterrant to wrongdoing by attaching a symbol of God to the hand. Kara [..]

A steel bracelet worn by Sikh as a symbol of committment to truthfulness, strength, and unity. It is also considered as a visible deterrant to wrongdoing by attaching a symbol of God to the hand. Kara [..]