RELIGIONS
SIKHISM
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Detailed explanation-1: -Sikhism consists of three major denominations; these sects in the order of importance are: Khālsā, Nāmdhari, Nirankāri. They take different positions on the nature of Guru or spiritual teacher.
Detailed explanation-2: -In addition to the orthodox, there are several Sikh sects, four of which are particularly important. Two sects, the Nirankaris and the Nam-Dharis, or Kuka Sikhs, emerged in northwestern Punjab during the latter part of Ranjit Singh’s reign.
Detailed explanation-3: -Guru Ram Das, also called Bhāī Jeṭhā, (born 1534, Lahore, Punjab, India-died 1581, Goindwal), fourth Sikh Guru (1574–81) and founder of Amritsar, the centre of Sikhism and the site of the Sikhs’ principal place of worship-the Harmandir Sahib, or Golden Temple.
Detailed explanation-4: -The three key pillars of Sikhism are Kirat Karni (honest living), Vand Chakna (sharing with others) and Naam Japna (focus on God).