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  1. Sikhism - Wikipedia

    Sikhism (/ ˈsiːkɪzəm / SEEK-iz-əm) [7] also known as Sikhi, [i] is an Indian religion and philosophy [8] that originated in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent around the end of the 15th century CE. It is one of the most recently founded major religions and among the largest in the world with about 25–30 million adherents, known as Sikhs. Sikhism developed from the spiritual ...

  2. The 10 Tenets of Sikhism - Learn Religions

    Aug 30, 2024 · Sikhism is a monotheistic faith, one of the world's major religions. Learn about the tenets of this important religion.

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

    4 days ago · 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 tradition, Sikhism was established by Guru Nanak (1469–1539) and subsequently led by a succession of nine other Gurus.

  4. Sikhs - Wikipedia

    Sikhs (singular Sikh: / sɪk / SIK; Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖ, romanized:sikkh, IPA: [sɪ'kʰ]) are an ethnoreligious group [84][85] who adhere to Sikhism, [86] a religion that originated in the late 15th century in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent, based on the revelation of Guru Nanak. [87] The term Sikh has its origin in the Sanskrit word śiṣya, meaning 'seeker', [88]'disciple ...

  5. History of Sikhism - Wikipedia

    Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469 – 1539 CE) Guru Nanak (1469–1539), founder of Sikhism, was born to Mehta Kalu and Mata Tripta, in the village of Talwandi, now called Nankana Sahib, near Lahore. [22] His father, Mehta Kalu, was a Patwari, an accountant of land revenue in the government. Nanak's mother was Mata Tripta, and he had one older sister, Bibi Nanki. From an early age, Guru Nanak seemed to ...

  6. Beliefs and practices of Sikhism | Britannica

    Sikhism , Indian religion founded in the late 15th century by Nanak, the first of the Sikh leaders titled Guru.

  7. What is Sikhism and what do Sikhs believe? - BBC Bitesize

    Learn all about the religion of Sikhism and what Sikhs believe with these fun interactive videos, activities, downloads, quizzes and revision guides for KS2.

  8. Sikhism | Sikh Council on Religion and Education USA

    Discover Sikhism, a vibrant monotheistic faith founded in the 15th century. Explore its teachings, history, and the rich culture of over 25 million followers worldwide.

  9. What Do Sikhs Believe? - Learn Religions

    Jun 25, 2019 · There are common questions and answers to what Sikhism is, and what its followers believe. It is a religion that does not believe in proselytizing.

  10. Sikhism: The history, founders and beliefs - ClearIAS

    Dec 7, 2024 · Sikhism is a monotheistic religion that originated in the Punjab region of South Asia in the late 15th century. Read here to learn more.

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