Sikh Faith
The foundational principles of Sikhism as officially outlined by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), Sri Amritsar.
1A Practical Religion
Sikh faith is a practical religion. It does not consist of a set of dogmas or a set of observances. Sikh faith does not believe in the efficacy of rituals and ceremonies.
2Universal Religion
Sikh faith is a universal religion.
3Opposition to Ritualism
Sikh faith is opposed to all ritualism and formalism.
4Evidence-Based Faith
Sikh faith does not enjoin blind faith. Blind obedience to an external authority is dis-couraged. The death of the intellect can not be a condition of the life of the spirit. Faith does not start with surmises or absurdities.
5Hope and Cheer
Sikh faith is a faith of hope and cheer. Though it affirms Karma, it recognises the possibility of the modification of one’s Karma with the grace of the Guru or God. It does not lead to despair and defeatism.
6Democratic Religion
Sikh faith is a democratic religion. The decisions of the Sangat are regarded as resolutions having the force of law (Gurmatta) Guru Gobind Singh Sahib vested the authority of the organisation in the Panth.
Explore Further
Delve into the rich history and literature of the Sikh Faith.
Sri Guru Granth Sahib
The eternal, living Guru and the central religious scripture of Sikhism.
Ten Gurus
The descent of divine guidance through ten Enlightened Masters from Guru Nanak to Guru Gobind Singh.
Takht Sahibs
The five eternal thrones of temporal and spiritual authority in the Sikh faith.
Sword in Sikhism
The Kirpan as a symbol of self-respect, power, and protection of the weak.
Gurpurbs
The grand celebrations remembering the descent and historic milestones of the Gurus.
Basic Articles
The fundamental pillars of belief including unity of God, equality, and Nam Simran.
Sikh Glossary
Detailed definitions of essential religious terms used across Sikh literature.