Describes the basic tenets of Sikhism, tells the story of its growth in India, examines the recent move toward greater political independence within the Indian nation, the effects of Hindu nationalism on the Sikh community, and issues of cultural adaptation, persecution, and and subsequent education now taking place in the West.

Understanding Sikhism covers the history of Sikhism and explores how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about the guru leaders and the peaceful practices they promoted, as well as the prejudice Sikhs have endured, particularly in the United States after September 11. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

"Using a first-person narrative, explains the beliefs, customs, and festivals of Sikhism. Explains the clothing, traditions, historical writings, former leaders, and holy places that define Sikhs. Includes a map to show where Sikhism originated"--Provided by publisher.

This book is written wholey by the Holy Spirit coming from Robert. He fist told me to write a book, then gave me the Title, then the Chapter headings. He then proceeded to tell me start chapter 1, then he said "That Is Enough, go to chapter 2". I was in what you might say an altered state of consciousness. It is a relaxed state, somewhat like regressing back to previous lifetimes...It is our Father's way of getting through to us with his message.

Guru nanak's significance as an inspirational guide to life's meaning extends beyond his time (five hundred years ago) and his geographical setting (South Asia). His teachings are the basis of a world religion Sikhism, a world religion both in the sense that Sikhs now live in substantial numbers in all the inhabited continents and in the sense that what he had to say is challenging and reassuring for people of every cultural background. It is for...

In today's multicultural society, we are increasingly likely to meet and become friends with people from different religious backgrounds, and to find ourselves attending an unfamiliar ceremony. When this happens, there can be few of us who know exactly what to expect, or are confident about how to behave. This chapter from Do I Kneel or Do I Bow? will tell you everything you need to understand and take part in a Sikh ceremony. Armed with this basic...

This brief introduction to Jainism and Sikhism is designed to help readers understand these important religious traditions. With both nuance and balance, this text provides broad coverage of various forms of Jainism and Sikhism with an arresting layout with rich colors. It offers both historical overviews and modern perspectives on Jain and Sikh beliefs and practices. The user-friendly content is enhanced by charts of religious festivals, historic...

El Canto (Gita) es el texto clásico hindú más conocido y de más perdurable influencia. En los setecientos versos de este poema didáctico, integrado en la vasta epopeya del Mahabharata, se sintetizan las principales filosofías y doctrinas religiosas nacidas de los Vedas. En el curso de este diálogo, el sabio Krishna, personificación de la divinidad, se dirige a Arjuna, que vacila antes de entrar en batalla, para mostrarle los principios del...