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  1. Sikhs - Wikipedia

    According to Article I of Chapter 1 of the Sikh Rehat Maryada ('code of conduct'), the definition of Sikh is: [94] Any human being who faithfully believes in. The initiation, known as the Amrit …

  2. Sikhism | History, Doctrines, Practice, & Literature | Britannica

    Nov 25, 2025 · Sikhism is a religion and philosophy founded in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent in the late 15th century. Its members are known as Sikhs. According to Sikh …

  3. Sikhism Explained: What to Know About This Often ... - HowStuffWorks

    There are more than 25 million Sikhs on the planet, making Sikhism the fifth-largest religion in the world, yet many westerners are painfully ignorant of this monotheistic, centuries-old faith with …

  4. Sikhism Religion of the Sikh People - Sikhs.org

    Who and What is a Sikh? The word 'Sikh' in the Punjabi language means 'disciple', Sikhs are the disciples of God who follow the writings and teachings of the Ten Sikh Gurus. The wisdom of …

  5. We Are Sikhs - Learn about our Origin and History of Sikhism

    While many Sikhs remain in the Punjab region of India, where over 30,000 gurdwaras exist, the presence of the religion is felt globally through Sikh immigrant families who have traveled to …

  6. What is the Sikh faith? - World Sikh Organization of Canada

    The Sikh faith is the fifth largest world religion with over 25 million devotees worldwide. It is a monotheistic religion founded in 1469, by Guru Nanak. It holds as its basic tenets, the equality …

  7. What is Sikhism / Sikhi / Sikh Religion - Sikh Centre of Seattle

    Sikhism is a way of life that focuses on the importance of truthful living and promotes universal brotherhood. The basic principles of Sikhism are, honest living (kirat karni), share with others …

  8. Understanding Sikh Beliefs and Practices

    Explore the rich history and beliefs of Sikhism, from its Sanskrit origins to the teachings of Guru Nanak, highlighting unity, devotion, and equality. SIKH. The word sikh goes back to Sanskrit …

  9. History - Sikh Coalition

    The founder of the Sikh tradition, Guru Nanak, was born in the region of Punjab, South Asia, in 1469 CE. He lived a life of spirituality, service, and honesty, and the disciples who began to …

  10. Sikhism - New World Encyclopedia

    Sikhism is a religion that began in sixteenth-century Northern India with the life and teachings of Guru Nanak and nine successive human gurus. Etymologically, the word Sikhism derives from …