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Ten gurus and authority Guru Nanak A rare Tanjore-style painting from the late 19th century depicting the ten Sikh Gurus with Bhai Bala and Bhai Mardana. The term guru comes from the Sanskrit gurū, meaning teacher, guide, or mentor. The traditions and philosophy of Sikhism were established by ten gurus from 1469 to 1708. Each guru added to and reinforced the message taught by the previous, resulting in the creation of the Sikh religion. Guru Nanak was the first guru and appointed a disciple as successor. Guru Gobind Singh was the final guru in human form. Before his death, Guru Gobind Singh decreed in 1708, that the Gurū Granth Sāhib would be the final and perpetual guru of the Sikh. Guru Nanak stated that his Guru is God who is the same from the beginning of time to the end of time.[104] Nanak claimed to be God's mouthpiece, God's slave and servant and even God's dog, but maintained that he was only a guide and teacher, was neither a reincarnation of God no...

About Sikh Religion Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar- India    Sikhism (/ ˈ sik ɪ z ə m/, Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖੀ ), or Sikhi Sikkhī,  pronounced [ ˈ s ɪ k ːʰ i ː ], from Sikh, meaning a "disciple", or a  "learner"), is a religion that originated in the Punjab region  of  the Indian subcontinent about the end of the 15th century.  It is one of the youngest of the major world religions. The  fundamental beliefs of Sikhism, articulated in the sacred  scripture Guru Granth Sahib, include constant spiritual   meditation of God's name, being guided by the Guru instead  of yielding to capriciousness of mind or psyche, living a  householder's life instead of monasticism, truthful action to  dharam (righteousness, moral duty), being of selfless service  to others, equality of all human beings, and believing in  God's grace. In the early 21st century there were ne...

Top Ten Most Famous Gurudwaras In The World Gurudwara  is the religious place for Sikhs. The word Gurdwara stands for “ guru – dwara ” which means through or by means of guru and can also be called “the gateway to guru” . A Gurdwara always keeps its doors open for people of all religions and faiths. The objective is to find inner peace and unite with the Holy Spirit i.e. with god and the guru helps in this process of unison and achieving peace. All Gurdwaras have the holy book of Sikhs “Guru Granth Sahib Ji” placed in it which is the current guru of the Sikh religion. The origin of Sikhism and Gurdwaras started from the holy city of Amritsar, Punjab and now there are a large number of Gurdwaras all over the world where people of all religions visit and worship. Here is a list of the 10 most famous Gurdwaras in the world. 10. Gurdwara Data Bandi Chod Sahib This Gurdwara located in Gwalior, MP, is given the name Bandi Chod because it signifies the release of 52 Rajput ru...

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Sikhism in India Sikhism is the third largest religion in India and has existed for 548 years, beginning with the birth of its founder Guru Nanak.  Amritsar, Punjab, India The Sikhs are predominantly located in Punjab, but also in many other parts of India. It is also the fifth largest religion in the world, with 26 million followers in the world as of the year 2010.  Prominent Sikhs in India Though Sikhs are a small minority in India, the community occupies a significant place in the country. The former Chief Justice of India, Jagdish Singh Khehar, and the former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh are Sikh, as is former President of India Gyani Zail Singh. Almost every council of ministers in India has included Sikh representatives. Sikhs are also conspicuous in the Indian army, primarily because they formed the sword arm of the British empire. The Late Indian officer with a 5 star rank, Arjan Singh, is a Sikh. Sikhs have also led the I...

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