Sanskrit is also widely used in Jainism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. The term ‘Sanskrit’ is derived from the conjoining of the prefix ‘Sam’ meaning ‘samyak’ which indicates ‘entirely’, and ‘krit’ that indicates ‘done’. Thus, the name indicates perfectly or entirely done in terms of ...
The name 'Singh' is associated with bravery, strength, and honor, qualities that are highly valued in Sikh culture. It is believed that the tenth Guru of Sikhism, Guru Gobind 'Singh', introduced the name 'Singh' as a way to unify his followers and instill a sense of pride and equality...
This article, then, will deal with ethics as a field of philosophy, especially as it has developed in the West. For coverage of religiousconceptionsof ethics and the ethical systems associated with world religions,seeBuddhism;Christianity;Confucianism;Hinduism;Jainism;Judaism;Sikhism. ...
Ravi River, in northwestern India and northeastern Pakistan, one of the five tributaries of the Indus River that give the Punjab (meaning ‘Five Rivers’) its name. It rises in the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh state, India, and flows west into Pakistan