WORLD RELIGIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -This identity includes five articles of faith-kesh (unshorn hair), kanga (small comb), kara (steel bracelet), kirpan (religious article resembling a knife), and kachera (soldier-shorts)-and distinguishes someone who has formally committed to the values of the faith by accepting initiation.

Detailed explanation-2: -The five articles of faith namely the Kesh (Hair), Kacchera (specific type of undergarments), Kangha (wooden comb), Kada (iron bracelet) and Kirpan (curved sword), collectively contribute to a Sikh’s external identity and his commitment to the Sikh way of life.

Detailed explanation-3: -What are the Sikh Articles of Faith? Initiated Sikhs are required to carry/maintain at all times: kesh (unshorn hair covered by a turban), kara (steel bracelet), kanga (small wooden comb), kacchera (undershorts), and a kirpan (resembles a knife/sword).

Detailed explanation-4: -A kirpan is a small sword, worn in a sheath on a strap or belt. It is an article of faith that initated Sikhs are supposed to wear at all times. The word kirpan comes from two words which translate as mercy and bless. The kirpan is supposed to be a weapon of defence only.