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    Sikhism was founded in the 16th century by Guru Nanak based on principles of equality, honest living, and devotion to God. Sikhs believe in one God, equality of all people, reincarnation, and living according to the teachings of the Gurus. Key beliefs include keeping God in mind at all times, earning an honest living, and charitable giving. The holy text is the Guru Granth Sahib and the Khalsa community upholds the faith. Gurdwaras are the places of worship and learning where all people eat together regardless of background. Teachers should learn about and respect Sikh culture and beliefs to create an inclusive environment for Sikh students.

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    Sikhism was founded in the 16th century by Guru Nanak based on principles of equality, honest living, and devotion to God. Sikhs believe in one God, equality of all people, reincarnation, and living according to the teachings of the Gurus. Key beliefs include keeping God in mind at all times, earning an honest living, and charitable giving. The holy text is the Guru Granth Sahib and the Khalsa community upholds the faith. Gurdwaras are the places of worship and learning where all people eat together regardless of background. Teachers should learn about and respect Sikh culture and beliefs to create an inclusive environment for Sikh students.

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    Sikhism was founded in the 16th century by Guru Nanak based on principles of equality, honest living, and devotion to God. Sikhs believe in one God, equality of all people, reincarnation, and living according to the teachings of the Gurus. Key beliefs include keeping God in mind at all times, earning an honest living, and charitable giving. The holy text is the Guru Granth Sahib and the Khalsa community upholds the faith. Gurdwaras are the places of worship and learning where all people eat together regardless of background. Teachers should learn about and respect Sikh culture and beliefs to create an inclusive environment for Sikh students.

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    [Sikh Gurdwara]

    Founding of
    Sikhism

    Major Beliefs
    Sikhism is a monotheistic religion.
    This means that there is a belief in
    only one god. Sikhs believe that God
    is without form or gender and loves
    all humanity. All people are equal
    under the eyes of God. Sikhs believe
    in earning an honest living. This
    means avoiding working in tobacco
    or alcohol industries, gambling, or
    begging. Sikhs believe in a duty to
    serve others. This requires them to
    be generous and give to those that
    are less fortunate. Sikhs must keep
    God in their heart at all times. Sikhs
    also believe in the cycle of life. The
    cycle includes birth, life, and rebirth.

    Sikhism was founded in the 16th


    century in the Punjab district of
    what is now India and Pakistan. It
    was founded by Guru Nanak. The
    religion is based on the teachings
    of Guru Nanak and those of the
    nine Gurus that followed him.

    Guru Nanak
    Guru Nanak was born in Pakistan in
    1469. He argued that rituals such
    as pilgrimages were of less
    spiritual importance than internal
    religious state of the individual

    Sikhism

    Three Duties

    Nam Japna- Keeping God in mind

    Kirt Karna- Earning an honest


    living

    Vand Chhakna- Giving to charity

    Carol McKenna

    Teacher Strategies
    for Student Success
    Guru Granth Sahib
    The Holy Scripture
    The Guru Granth Sahib is the Sikh holy
    text. It is 1,430 pages of written poetry.
    This scripture is considered to be the
    living guru of the Sikhs. The Guru
    Granth Sahib teaches how to be kind,
    tell the truth, and love and respect
    everyone.

    Khalsa
    The Sikh Community
    The Khalsa is a community of initiated
    Sikhs. An initiation into the Khalsa can
    be done at any point in ones life. The
    initiation into the Khalsa is a
    commitment to the faith of Sikhism.

    A teacher should learn and


    use the Sikh students name

    Learn about the Sikh


    culture

    Provide individual attention


    and assistance to the
    student

    Use group work in order to


    help student accommodate

    A major part of the Sikh


    religion is the carrying of
    the Kirpan. The Kirpan is a
    steel sword that can be
    anywhere from a few inches
    to three feet long. It
    symbolizes spirituality and
    the defense of good. This is
    a safety issue that must be
    addressed.

    Gurdwara
    Place of Worship
    The Gurdwara is a place of learning and
    worship. There are no idols, statues, or
    religious pictures in a Gurdwara. There
    are no ritualistic devices. Every
    Gurdwara has a Langar where food is
    served to anyone without charge.
    Everyone sits on the floor in a
    Gurdwara. Seats and cushions are not
    allowed. Men and women sit separately.

    When teaching world


    religions, incorporate
    Sikhism into the curriculum.
    Sikh students are often
    bullied at school because
    they look different than
    others. Promote diversity in
    the classroom and create a
    safe and respectful
    environment for all

    References
    Ahluwalia, M. K. (2010). Sikh men post9/11: Misidentification, discrimination,
    and coping. Retrieved from

    http://psycnet.apa.org/journals/aap/1/
    4/303/
    McLeod, W. (2014). Sikhism. In
    Encyclopedia Britannica. Retrieved from
    http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/t
    opic/543916/Sikhism
    Sikhism. In (2014). Retrieved from
    http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/s
    ikhism/
    In text: (Sikhism, 2014)
    The sikh coalition. (2012). Retrieved
    from http://www.sikhcoalition.org/

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