GK
INDIAN CULTURE
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Learner
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Wonderful
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Holy man
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Detailed explanation-1: -Sikhism is the world’s fifth-largest religion. The word ‘Sikh’ means ‘learner’ or ‘seeker of truth’. Sikhism advocates equality, social justice, service to humanity, and tolerance for other religions.
Detailed explanation-2: -The word ‘Sikh’ comes from the Punjabi verb ‘Sikhana’, meaning ‘to learn’. Thus a ‘Sikh’ is one who learns. The term ‘Sikhi’ as opposed to ‘Sikhism’ implies a continuous state of learning and engagement, rather than a box into which people can be placed. Sikhi is not an ‘ism’, it is a way of life.
Detailed explanation-3: -Many Sikhs will name their baby on the fortieth day after birth in a simple child naming ceremony (Nam Karan). A prayer (Ardas) is recited. The Guru Granth Sahib is then opened at random and the first letter from the top of the left page is used as the first letter of the name of the child.