Sikhism

A monotheistic faith founded by Guru Nanak in 15th-century Punjab, emphasizing equality, service, and devotion to one God.

Sacred Text

Guru Granth Sahib

Origin

15th century CE, Punjab

Key Teaching

One God, equality of all people, honest living, sharing with others, and meditation on God's name.

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Sacred Passages

49 passages from Sikhism

There is One God, whose name is Truth, the Creator, without fear, without hate, timeless in form, beyond birth and death, self-existent; by the grace of the Guru, made known.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 1 (Mool Mantar)

God

Even Kings and emperors with heaps of wealth and vast dominion cannot compare with an ant filled with the love of God.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 5

devotion

One who works for God's will, O Nanak, is truly called a servant of God. One who recognizes the Lord's Light within all, does not talk of ego.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 2

humility

First, Allah created the Light; then, by His Creative Power, He made all mortal beings. From the One Light, the entire universe welled up. So who is good, and who is bad?

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 468

equality

If you desire to play the game of love, then enter my street with your head on the palm of your hand. Once you set foot on this path, give your head, and do not pay attention to the opinion of others.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 1245

devotion

Do not call anyone low; the Lord, the Creator, is within all. Do not offend anyone, as the Lord is within all.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 1384

equality

Those who have loved are those that have found God.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 8

love

The world is a drama, staged in a dream. In a moment, the play is played out.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 473

impermanence

The dawn of a new day is the herald of a sunset. Earth is not your permanent home. Life is like a shadow on a wall.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 15

death

One who dies while living, by understanding the Lord's will, is said to be truly dead to the world and alive in the spirit.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 20

death

He Himself forgives us, and He Himself shows mercy. He Himself is the ocean of peace.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 74

forgiveness

Where there is forgiveness, there is God Himself.

Guru Granth Sahib, p. 137

forgiveness
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