Definition

Sikhism (noun) 1. A monotheistic religion: A religion founded in the Punjab region of northern India in the 15th century by Guru Nanak. It is based on his teachings and those of the nine successive Gurus who followed him. 2. A syncretic faith: A religion that combines spiritual elements from Hinduism, such as karma and reincarnation, with the monotheistic concepts from Islam, rejecting aspects like idol worship and the caste system.

Usage

• As a subject: Sikhism teaches equality and service to humanity.
• As an object: She has been studying the history of Sikhism.
• With prepositions: The core principles Sikhism are encapsulated in the Guru Granth Sahib.

Examples

• Sikhism is the world's fifth-largest organized religion.
• The central shrine of Sikhism is the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India.
• His research paper explores the concept of God in Sikhism.

Advanced Usage

• "Sikhism emphasizes": Used to state a core tenet.
  • Sikhism emphasizes the importance of honest living and sharing with others.
• "According to Sikhism": Used to introduce a belief or rule from the faith.
  • According to Sikhism, all human beings are equal.

Variants and Related Words

• Sikh (noun): An adherent of Sikhism.
  • A Sikh prays at the gurdwara.
• Sikh (adjective): Pertaining to Sikhs or Sikhism.
  • Sikh traditions include the practice of wearing a turban.

Synonyms

• Faith: (in a general sense) He follows the Sikh .
• Religion: Sikhism is a major world .

Related Phrases

• The Five Ks: The five articles of faith worn by initiated Sikhs (Kesh, Kangha, Kara, Kachera, Kirpan).
• Guru Granth Sahib: The central religious scripture of Sikhism, regarded by Sikhs as the final, sovereign, and eternal living Guru.
• Langar: The community kitchen and free meal service in Sikhism, open to all people regardless of background.

Noun

1. the doctrines of a monotheistic religion founded in northern India in the 16th century by Guru Nanak and combining elements of Hinduism and Islam