Research Paper On Sikhism

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Sikhism begins with Nanak, a son of the rule who lived from 1469-1538, was born in northern India. The mystic branches, Bhakti Hindu and Sufi Islamic, “holy” men influenced him”. Tenets of Sikhism: • “They believe god is self-created since something that doesn’t exist cannot create itself. Sikhs are taught by “becoming the image of the Lord.” This means that there remains no difference between God and that individual” • “Baptism, a life of honesty, meditation on God, having faith, reciting the name of God, avoiding getting caught up in worldly distractions, and remembering God in every moment possible”. • Sikh Baptism “Once baptism is taken, the devotee is prohibited from hair trimming, adultery, meat eating, smoking, drinking, and drugs”.

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