Practices
(5k Symbols of Sikhs)
There is five symbol of Sikhism , where it shows the true identity of a sikh, and how faith is shown spiritually , the great power of faith in them, Most Sikh Follow the rite of the khalsa , 5 ks are the 5 items a Sikh individual must have , by the the guru Gobind Singh
(The first K’s is Kara)
The Kara is a bangle that is made out of iron , or steel , it is to be worn on the right wrist, the steel represent the strength and also the symbol of unity and eternity , the round shape like a circle shows there no end or beginning , the unity of Sikhism through the world , the reflection of God that is eternal and infinite.
(The second is Kangha)
Kangha is a wooden comb, which is to keep it Clean and tidy for the long hair they keep, keeping clean is carefully emphasized by Guru Gobind Singh , when he created the Khalsa , is to be wash and comb well in the morning and put it as a topknot, is represent discipline in their life
(The third is Kachera)
The kachera is a short undergarment worn by a sikh , their Guru Gobind Singh is a part of a Sikhs Uniform, easier to move during battle, as a war happen in that time, the Kachera is a symbolises modesty
(The fourth is Kirpan)
Kirpan is a sword , kept and worn by a Sikhs, it is to be reminded of the courae and their five sikh sacrifices for the sake of their religion, the kirpan symbolises the faith they have for God and to protect their faith
(The fifth is Kesh)
Kesh, means having a uncut hair, , don’t need to cut their hair and beard if it is a male, it’s a symbolic meaning for a devotion towars God, the Sikh Believe is allowed to grow their beard freely , it is said that Guru Gobind Singh told them not cut their hair.
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...h women and man are seen with wearing Kada and a steel bangle, the steel is very heavy and painful to bring a lot because wearing it have a lil burden, Women are highly encourage by their families after they reach adolescence are suppose to wear tradisional cosmtume , and even after marriage. But the trend is changing into a modernise way , as they wanna follow the Western style clothing just as Jeans , shirts and jackets
Both Punjabi Men and woman, when wearing a tradisional shoes is called juttis , which is kind of shoes is famous and importantn in rurals areas in india, and that is because the quality there is comfortable, and look very peaceful in a such a way, they also during the winter Season , they put a woollen shawl or a small blanket covering their chest and neck, the shawl are made for female members of a family. Cause it is colourful and attractive
In this instance the government regulation to keep the school safe is interfering with Rajiv’s fundamental freedom of conscience and religion stated in section 2 of the charter, and it is doing so unjustly. While the information given in the story was scarce, there were no reports of a Kirpan being used a weapon before, any problems with weapons, or any attempt to find an alternative instead of disallowing the Kirpan completely . In the case Multani v. Commission scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys The Supreme Court of Canada decided that the decision to prohibit the wearing of a Kirpan to be a violation of one’s fundamental freedom. This is important because a precedent has been set by the Supreme Court of Canada. After the Multani v. Commission scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys case the court decided that if that given the premise a student has not used the Kirpan as a weapon before, and sincerely believes that a metal Kirpan is essential in paying respects to their religion, it is within their rights to wear one. This important as it proves that the government regulation seized Rajiv’s Kir...
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Sikhs must not drink alcohol, smoke or gamble. They have one wife or husband. They must pray every morning. They must read the holy book everyday. The Ten Gurus (teachers) of the Sikh told the people what God wanted; how they should live their lives; and how peace and tranquility could be obtained. Sikhs must wear the 5Ks – Uncut Hair Kesh, Small Comb Kanga, Bangle Kara, Special Shorts Kacha and Sword Kirpan.
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