A brief introduction to the Sikh faith — its founders, its scripture, and its values.
SikhismSikhism is a faith founded in the Punjab region of South Asia at the end of the fifteenth century by Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469–1539). It is a monotheistic tradition that teaches the oneness of God, the equality of all human beings, honest living, and selfless service.The Ten GurusThe faith was shaped by a lineage of ten human Gurus, beginning with Guru Nanak and ending with Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1666–1708). In 1708, Guru Gobind Singh installed the Guru Granth Sahib — the Sikh holy scripture — as the eternal Guru of the Sikhs.Core beliefsIk Onkar — There is one God, present in all creationNaam Japna — Remember God through meditation on the divine nameKirat Karni — Earn an honest living through hard workVand Chakna — Share with others; serve the communityThe Five KsInitiated Sikhs (Khalsa) wear five articles of faith:Kesh — Uncut hair, kept covered by a turbanKangha — A wooden combKara — A steel braceletKachera — Cotton undergarmentsKirpan — A small ceremonial swordThis page is a placeholder. Full content to be added by the Management Committee.