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  • Essay / Symbols of Sikhism - 1007

    Practical (5k symbols of Sikhs) There are five symbols of Sikhism, where they show the true identity of a Sikh and how faith manifests spiritually, the great power of faith in them , most Sikh Follow the khalsa rite, 5 ks are the 5 items that a Sikh individual must have, by Guru Gobind Singh (the first K is Kara). The Kara is a bracelet made of iron or steel, it is to be worn on the right wrist, the steel represents strength and also the symbol of unity and eternity, the round shape like a circle does not show neither end nor beginning, the unity of Sikhism throughout the world, the reflection of God who is eternal and infinite. (The second is Kangha) Kangha is a wooden comb, which is to keep it clean and tidy for the long hair they keep, maintaining cleanliness is carefully emphasized by Guru Gobind Singh, when he created the Khalsa , must be washed. and combing well in the morning and putting it as a bun, represents discipline in their life (the third is Kachera) The kachera is a short undergarment worn by a Sikh, their Guru Gobind Singh is part of a Sikh uniform, easier to move during battle, when a war is fought at this time, the Kachera symbolizes modesty (the fourth is the Kirpan). The Kirpan is a sword, kept and worn by the Sikhs, it must recall the courae and their five Sikh sacrifices for the good of their religion, the kirpan symbolizes the faith they have in God and to protect their faith (the fifth is Kesh) Kesh, means having uncut hair, no need to cut hair and beard if it is a man, it is a symbolic meaning for devotion to God, Sikhs believe that they are allowed to grow their beards freely, Guru Gobind Singh is said to have told them not to cut their hair. Believes a process is underway... middle of paper. .....h both women and men wear Kada and steel bangle, steel is very heavy and painful to bring as carrying it has a little burden, women are highly encouraged by their families after reaching l 'adolescence. suppose wearing a traditional costume, and even after marriage. But the trend is moving towards modernization as they want to follow western style clothing just like jeans, shirts and jackets. Punjabi men and women when wearing traditional shoes are called juttis, this type of shoes are famous and important in rural areas. regions of India, and it is because the quality there is comfortable and looks very peaceful in this way, they also during the winter season they put on a woolen shawl or a small blanket covering their chest and neck, the shawl is made for female members of a family. Because it's colorful and attractive