...Religions of the World Lesson 4 - Buddhism & Sikhism Assignment 4 1. Write a minimum of 500 word essay concerning an overview and summary of the Chapter 6 and Chapter 7 of your text. Discuss the knowledge you gained concerning the major topics and what confusion or uncertainty may have arisen through your research and studies. The first half of the paper should identify the author's main points. The second half of your paper should be your contribution. Offer an assessment of the author's points, apply the points to examples, support all comments and information with verifiable research, and do not give opinion. 1A. Buddhism began in northeastern India and is based on the teachings of Gautama. Buddhism is different from many other faiths because it is not centered on the relationship between humanity and God. Buddhists do not believe in a personal creator God. Siddhartha had found the path to Enlightenment. Siddhartha was born around the year 560 b.c.e. Nepal. He was born into a royal family and for many years lived within the palace walls away from the sufferings of life; sufferings such as sickness, age, and death and he did not know what these sufferings were. One day, after growing-up, marrying and having a child, Siddhartha went outside the royal palace and saw, each for the first time, an aged person, a sick person, a deceased body and finally a peaceful monk. He was worried by what he saw. He learned that sickness, age, and death were the inevitable fate of...
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...Sikhism God sends His messengers into the world from time to time to guide humanity, states Professor Gobind Singh Mansukhani, author of the book, The Quintessence of Sikhism. Although Jesus Christ was considered to be sent to Earth between 8 BC and 4 BC by god, the ten Gurus’, who found the Sikh religion five hundred years ago in the Punjab region of India, were also considered to be messenger's of God. These founders of the Sikh religion, unlike others of the time, recorded their teachings and their beliefs in the Guru Granth Sahib, a holy book that is considered to be the eternal Guru. The history, beliefs, and distinction from other religions make Sikhism a fascinating religion. Originating in the fifteenth century, Sikhism struggles to stay alive in India, even today. Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism established this religion, free from the discriminating ideas of Hinduism and Islam. Guru Nanak Dev Ji carried the Divine Light, which allowed his body to be a platform for God to speak on. This light was passed on to the other nine Gurus who created the Guru Granth Sahib. The eighth Guru, Guru Harkishan Dev Ji, became a Guru at the age of five. His knowledge and power awed people who realized he was really divine. The lives of most Sikhs were threatened by religious hatred everyday. The fifth Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and the ninth Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, both became martyrs. Guru Arjan Dev Ji was tortured with boiling water, thrown on burning...
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...------------------------------------------------- University of Phoenix Material Jainism vs. Sikhism Part I Read the assigned chapters for the week and complete the following table. Be as specific as possible when identifying practices, beliefs, rituals, and historical elements. Cite sources in APA formatting. Core Beliefs | Jainism | Sikhism | | 1. This is the oldest living shramana tradition in India. Founded in the 5th century by Mahavira. This Religion is supported by south Indian royalty. | 1. Historical element is that this Religion began in 1469 in India. The creator is Guru Granth Sahib, he started teaching these practices which are different from other religions. | | 2. They believe in reincarnation | 2. They believe in karma | | 3. Ritual is meditation (samayika) which focuses on achieving a peaceful state of mind. | 3. Ritual ceremonies and rites for almost every area of their life. for instance when a baby is born it is taken to a Gurdware for a naming ceremony. | | 4. Practice nonviolence more than Sikhism | 4. Practice nonviolence | | 5. They believe that their salvation is gained in their own personal struggles and victories and do not believe in a personal god. | 5. they believe in one god (Allah) and they believe there are eight different stages of hell | Part 2 Respond to the following questions in 150 to 200 words: 1. What do you think is the most important similarity and which is the most important difference...
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...My religion: Sikhism Sikhism is the religious faith of those who call themselves Sikhs, the followers of Guru Nanak, his nine successors and their teachings, embodied in the Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture of the Sikhs. The Sikh population worldwide at the beginning of the twenty-first century was estimated at 20 million; of these, 17 million reside in India, with 14 million living in Punjab. Of the 2 million or so Sikhs who live outside India, the Sikh diaspora, the majority are in Great Britain, the United States, and Canada. Sikhism originated in the Punjab region of northwestern India during a time when many religious teachers, known as "Sants," were seeking to reconcile the two opposing dominant faiths, Hinduism and Islam. The Sants expressed their teachings in vernacular poetry based on inner experience. Although the teachings of Guru Nanak were broadly aligned with some of the Sants, his own mission is thought to have emerged out of his direct experience of the divine, initiated with the words na koi Hindu, na koi Mussalman ..("there is no Hindu, there is no Muslim") signaling a third way that was to become the Nanak Panth, or the path of Nanak. The first community of his disciples, those who chose to follow Nanak as their Guru (divine teacher), was composed primarily of former Hindus, who came to call themselves his "Sikhs" (followers). The Sikh tradition was founded by Guru Nanak in the late 15th century C.E. Nanak was first of the ten Sikh Gurus. He was born...
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...University of Phoenix Material Jainism vs. Sikhism Part I Read the assigned chapters for the week and complete the following table. Be as specific as possible when identifying practices, beliefs, rituals, and historical elements. Cite sources in APA formatting. |Core Beliefs |Jainism |Sikhism | | |1.Belief in no violence |1.Belief in self defense | | |2.Vegeterian as an expression of their faith |2.Express Faith by praying daily prayers and singing Guru’s | | | |hymns | | |3.Truth; honesty |3.Belief in one creator | | |4.Natural focus in motion is seen at the Universe |4.Belief to do good onto others | | |5.Karma |5.Karma | Part 2 Respond to the following questions in 150 to 200 words: 1. What do you think is the most important similarity and which is the most important difference...
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...Sikhism and Christianity have many comparisons as well as differences. Starting with the comparisons, Sikh religion believe that there is only one God, much like what the Christians believe. Christians believe that there is only one God who sacrificed his son for us so that we can have life. Another comparison would be that in Sikh religion, they have Gurus, those who God has chosen to deliver his message. Much like Christians who believed the deity of Jesus Christ, who had followers that helped deliver the message of God. In Christianity, pastors, preachers, etc. believe that they were chosen to deliver the message of God. Sikh religion and Christianity both believe that all human races are equal. They believe that no one is superior nor inferior. “Followers of the Sikh religion believe in reincarnation, a cycle...
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...The religion that has captured my attention is Sikhism. I’ve taken another religion class and I’ve always wanted to look into Sikhism more in depth, so I saw that chance in writing this assignment. I had never even heard of Sikhism until I took my first religion class so I’ve decided to look at the core concepts, how Sikhism began, purification rites, and Sikhism in today’s world. Sikhism started in the Punjab region which is now a part of north western India and eastern Pakistan. According to Kessler (2008) “The word sikh is derived from a verb meaning “to learn”” (p. 279). There has been a lot of religious conflict between Hindus and Muslims in this region and out of this conflict came Sikhism. It has some components of each of these religions...
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...My choice to compare two religions with so many similarities as Islam and Sikhism is mainly based on the fine, but very distinct differences and the interesting fact that they geographically meet in the Punjab Region between India and Pakistan. When comparing the factual data like number of followers and geographical distribution, it becomes clear that Islam is the heavyweight of the two. Islam with it’s over one billion followers of many different ethnicities and nationalities is the second largest religion in the world. Sikhism is the fifth largest with about 20 million followers. Geographically the difference is even bigger: while Islam is the dominating religion in an area reaching from North & Western Africa all the way to Indonesia, Sikhism is locally very concentrated in the Punjab Region covering parts of Eastern Pakistan and Northwest India with Diaspora concentrations in the US and in the United Kingdom. The cause of this discrepancy is the fact that Islam is a universalist religion and is very actively seeking converts. Sikhism is more of an ethnic religion, which lacks this trait, even though it is principally open to converts. Both religions are strictly monotheistic at their cores. Muslims, the followers of Islam, believe in Allah or God being the one and only God who is the essence of everything. Their holy book, the Qur’an , which was revealed to the Prophet Mohammed in the 7th century CE, is considered to be God’s direct word. The Prophet Mohammed is considered...
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...This week I’m writing my paper on Sikhism. Sikhism today is part of western India and eastern Pakistan. Sikhism has had a very violent history, but continues to constantly resolve their conflicts. Sikhism share appreciation for religious devotion and value mystical consciousness. The founder of Sikhism was Nanak. He was born in 1469 in Pakistan. Nanak was a very religious person, until one day he discovered a experience so powerful he saw it as a revelation. He claimed to had experienced God directly. Nanak become famous for insisting that when the True name of God is experienced, rather than just talked about, there is no “Hindu” and there is no “Muslim.” Nanak is the is spiritual guru of Sikhism. The reason I choose to talk about this topic is because I found it interesting how one person can create their own religion, and be able to persuade people to share a common belief. I believe that Nanak was a very intelligent man. Nanak had thought of a way in which he believed God wanted him to persue. Nanak had combined to religions into one, “Hinduism” and “Islam.” Nanak even wore an attire that complimented both relgions. He was very careful about each relgions customs and elements. Most people say that Nanak rejected both religions and created Sikhism as a whole new revolation. Nanak also believes in reincarnation just like the Hindus. In spite of Nanak’s acceptance of reincarnation and karma, there were other elements of Hinduism that he rejected. Hindu’s are devoted...
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...resource to prepare couples for marriage and orient them toward a shared, Sikh-centered life. Because Sikh values, Sikh rituals, and commitment is central to Sikh marriage, therefore a marriage preparation course is required for all intending to marry into the Sikh faith. The course will not demolish Sikh marriage, but rather, keep it active. Firstly, learning the values of Sikhism is important before marrying a true Sikh. The Guru’s (ten spiritual teachers) have created values that a Sikh man or women must follow. The important values are for everyday use. All humans are equal before god-couples should know no discrimination is allowed on the basis of caste, race, sex, creed, etc. As for gender equality, Guru Amar Das ji (3rd teacher) gave woman equal status and equal rights in the society. The man in the relationship needs to know that his wife to-be is and has equal amounts of right. As of then the Sikh women is allowed to lead religious congregations, to take part in continuous recitation of the Holy Scriptures, to perform hymns, to work as priest and to participate freely in all religious activities. Sikhism instructs couples to consider one another to be equal. No one is inferior or superior. Therefore the two individuals ought to respect and share ones interest or concern. Also a value that Sikh must fulfill day and night is to mediate. “Those who meditate on God attain salvation. For them, the cycle of birth and death is...
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...Chapter Seven: Sikhism Page 172: Answer the Following Questions 1. Discuss Sikhism as a syncretism between Hinduism and Islam. Which features has it taken from each religion? Scholars account the development from context of a conversation amongst Hinduism and Islamic mysticism. The worldview is taken from Hinduism and the oneness of god impacted the Sikhs and their literature. 2. What factors worked to turn the pacific movement of Nanak into the warrior caste of later Sikhism? The torture and death of Arjan and execution of Singh. 3. List the three major sects of Sikhism. What are the major characteristics of each? Udasis- order of holy men who follow the rules and principles that govern Hindu, Janism, and Buddhism. Sahajdharis- conservative and slowgoing, reject militant characteristics. Singhs- theology of reincarnation, non use of stimulants long hair on heads and faces. Chapter Eight: Chinese Religions Page 203: Answer the Following Questions 1. Are Taoism and Confucianism truly religions? Argue both sides. They are truly religions because they embody the concept of religion. Taoism cannot be classified as a religion with certain doctrines and practices but it has been converted to one with prescence of gods, temples, priests, and sacrifices. Confucianism is more of a philosophy of the Chinese people and has no sacred writings priesthood etc. but it has affected Chinese character and created cultic development. 2. Describe the Chinese concept...
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...Sikh and Islamic Challenges of Living in a Secular Society A secular society is a society strictly separated from religious institutions, which means there is no assigned state religion. Canada is a multicultural society, very accepting of all religious and cultural beliefs. Despite this, Canada is a secular society. There are many different religions in Canada, including Sikhism and Islam. While Canada is welcoming of these religions, each religion has its own battle with secular society. Accommodating everyone’s religion can be difficult, as seen through conflicts about Sikh males wearing the Kirpan (ceremonial dagger), and Muslim women wearing the Hijab. Sikhs and Muslims have conflicts with secular society. The Kirpan is a ceremonial dagger worn by baptized Sikhs. It is a requirement of Sikhism to wear the dagger at all times. This has caused controversy in Canada, because the Kirpan can be viewed as a weapon. The Kirpan was made into a mandatory article of faith for self-defense against oppression (not to be used with bad intentions of causing bodily harm). Despite this, there have been various instances in which the legality of the Kirpan has been questioned and disputed. One such event took place in Brampton in 2013. A grade three student at Copeland Public School wanted to wear the Kirpan during gym class. Administration was worried that “the Sikh ceremonial dagger could pose a safety risk during physical activity” (Brampton Guardian, 2013). Years before, in the...
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...------------------------------------------------- University of Phoenix Material Alisha Cortez Jainism vs. Sikhism Part I Read the assigned chapters for the week and complete the following table. Be as specific as possible when identifying practices, beliefs, rituals, and historical elements. Cite sources in APA formatting. Core Beliefs | Jainism | Sikhism | | 1.Non belief of a GOD | 1. Devouted to monotheism | | 2. Sees the universe as natural forces in motion | 2.Founder of Skhism was Nanak | | 3.Practices five ethical/moral laws of nonattachment and non harm | 3.Empahsis on finding the divine within the human heart | | 4. Belief in Karma Good/Bad | 4. Belief in Karma Good/Bad | | 5. Belief in recarnation | 5. Belief in recarnatiion | Part 2 Respond to the following questions in 150 to 200 words: 1. What do you think is the most important similarity and which is the most important difference? Use specifics to support your answer. Jainism and Sikhism are different in their emphasis I think the most important similarities are Reincarnation and Salvation. Reincarnation is also known as transmigration of ones soul in common with Hinduism.. These two religions believe their souls live numerous times. They believe this is done by being reborn in different ways, such as people or animals. Their souls will move around and change until it has made it to where it will spend eternity. Both religions stress the importance of ones struggle...
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...Sikhism Guide http://www.sikhismguide.org/default.aspx Basic beliefs of Sikhism * Sikhs believe in one God. He is the same for all people of all religions. * Sikhism teaches equality of all people. Sikhism preaches that people of different races, religions, or sex are all equal in the eyes of God. Sikhism teaches the full equality of men and women. * Sikhism emphasizes daily devotion to the remembrance of God. One should remember God at all times. * Sikhism teaches religious freedom. All people have the right to follow their own path to God without condemnation or coercion from others. * Sikhism emphasizes a moral and ethical life. A Sikh should represent moral responsibility and righteousness. * Sikhism rejects all forms of rituals such as idol worship, pilgrimages, fasting, and superstitions. * Sikhism teaches service to others. The primary task in life should be to help the poor, needy, and oppressed. The Sikhs have a long heritage of speaking out against injustice and for standing up for the defenseless. * Sikhs are supposed to be saints, scholars, and soldiers. * The word Sikh means disciple or student. Sikhs are the disciples of God who follow the writings and teachings of the ten Sikh Gurus. Three Principles of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev, the first Sikh Guru, taught three fundamental principles: * Kirat Karo - Work hard and honestly * Wand Ke Chhako - Share what you have with the needy * Naam Jappo - Always remember God...
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...c.x.c religious education school based assessment Name of Candidate: Broderick wright Name of Teacher: Mrs. Benneth School: Calabar High School Topic: Indigenous Religions Introduction Sikhism a indigenous religion which emerged during the 15th century in the Punjab region of India. It was founded by Guru Nanak, it was passed down and continued to progress through ten successive Sikh gurus. The eleventh and last guru being the holy scripture Guru Granth Sahib. The Guru Granth Sahib is a collection of the sikh Gurus’ writings that was compiled by the 5th sikh Guru). It is seen as the fifth largest organized religion in the world with approximately 30 million adherents. This religion is seened largest in Pujab India Adherents of Sikhism are known as Sikhs (students or disciples). According to Devinder Singh Chahal, "The word 'Sikhi' (also known as Gurmat) gave rise to the modern anglicized word 'Sikhism' for the modern world. Gurmat means literally 'wisdom of the Guru' in contrast to Manmat, or self-willed impulses. According to Sewa Singh Kalsi, "The central teaching in Sikhism is the belief in ?” : have equality between all people. Sikhs also believe that "all religious traditions are equally valid and capable of enlightening their followers". In addition to sharing with others Guru Nanak inspired people to earn an honest living without exploitation and also the need for remembrance of...
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