The Sikh Gurus strived for social justice, gender equality and religious harmony. They envisaged the egalitarian, classless and casteless society. Unfortunately, the members of international community in general and Sikhs in particular have failed to understand and practice the eternal teachings of ...
The fundamental beliefs of Sikhism, articulated in the sacred scripture Guru Granth Sahib, include prayer and faith on the name of God, unity of all humankind, engaging in selfless service, striving for social justice for the benefit and prosperity of all, and honest conduct and livelihood while...
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The religions were confined to mere performance of empty rituals and outward religiosity. Under the tyrannical foreign rule, there was no scope for modern notion of liberty, equality and justice. Sikhism in 15th century had emerged as the youngest liberal and humanistic religion to protect the ...
Environmental concerns may be viewed as part of the broader issue of human development and social justice. Many environmental problems, particularly the exploitation of environmental resources in developing nations, are due to the poverty of large parts of the population. Therefore, an integrated approa...
Along with the aforementioned physical identifiers, Guru Gobind Singh went further in distinguishing Sikhs. In Indian society, an individual’s name reveals one’s caste and social status. Guru Gobind Singh freed Sikhs from the rigid caste system by ordering all Sikh males adopt the surname “Si...
Incredible story of social justice in India, p 47, L. M. Khanna, Aravali Books International, 2002 Hindu castes and sects: an exposition of the origin of the Hindu caste system and the bearing of the sects towards each other and towards other religious systems, Jogendra Nath Bhattacharya, ...
This chapter outlines Sikh religion's history, beliefs, and symbols; and discusses the religion's contribution to positive functioning and well-being for the Sikh community. In particular, Sikhism's emphasis on interdependence, community service, and social justice are viewed through the positive ...