Sikhism
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This text provides an overview of the Sikh religion. Using a descriptive approach, Gurinder Singh Mann discusses one of the least known of the world's monotheistic religions. Synthesizing research in the area of Sikh studies, this text presents an overview of Sikh history and religiosity by firmly placing it against the backdrop of other major religious traditions of the world. Written in an informative style, and assuming no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this text gives a basic introduction to the faith, its history, beliefs, practices, modern developments and impacts on the world today.
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Product details
- Paperback | 128 pages
- 138 x 216mm
- 01 Dec 2001
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- ROUTLEDGE
- London, United Kingdom
- chronology, notes, glossary
- 0415262860
- 9780415262866
Table of contents
Foreword Preface Chronology of Sikhism 1. Introduction: the Sikhs Today; The Guru Granth Sahib; The Guru Panth; The Darbar Sahib, Amritsar 2. The Founding of the Sikh Community: Guru Nanak; Sikh Theology; Sikh Ethics 3. The Development of the Community: Guru Gobind Singh; Establishment of Sikh Kingdom in the Punjab; Sikhs Move into the Modern World 4. Sikh Beliefs and Practices: Sikh Piety; Sikh Family Life; Sikh Festivals 5. Looking to the Future: Meeting Spiritual Needs away from the Punjab; Replanting the Sikh Institution in Alien Soil; Defining the Relationship with the Land of the Punjab; Toward a Membership of the Global Community Notes Glossary Pronunciation Guide Holy Days and
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