What does Guru Granth Sahib say about hair?

The 52 commands of Guru Gobind Singh written at Hazur Sahib at Nanded in the state of Maharashtra, mention that the kesh (hair) should be revered as the form of the Satguru (eternal guru) whom they consider as the same as god.

Is waheguru mentioned in Guru Granth Sahib?

Usage in Sikh scripture “Waheguru”, and its variant “Wahguru”, appear only 18 times in Shri Guru Granth Sahib. Other words used in the Guru Granth Sahib to refer to God are: Onkar, Satguru (“true teacher”), Satnaam (“true name”), Rama, Rahman, Purushah among others.

Who created waheguru word?

Waheguru was first used by Guru Nanak. It is an amalgamation of the Persian word “vah” meaning wonder and admiration and the word “guru” meaning spiritual guide, with its meaning being the wondrous enlightener who shall enlighten our path.

What do Sikhs believe about the Guru Granth Sahib?

This literally means ‘there is only One God’. As the Guru Granth Sahib is considered to be the Eternal Guru, Sikhs believe it should be treated in the same way the human Gurus were treated. This means it must be treated with the utmost respect. Sikhs remove their shoes and wash their hands before entering the gurdwara.

Did Guru Nanak oppose the norm of not cutting hair?

Guru Nanak fought all his life to not make a religion ritualistic and it is sad Sikhs are pouring water over his teachings by claiming such things. Yes. Sikh also opposed the norm of not cutting their hair when Guru Gobind Singh brought Khalsa, which is why all Sikh did not adopt Khalsa and were still Sikhs.

Do Sikhs cut their hair and beard?

Yes. Sikh also opposed the norm of not cutting their hair when Guru Gobind Singh brought Khalsa, which is why all Sikh did not adopt Khalsa and were still Sikhs. Even after Khalsa several Sikhs trimmed their hair and beard and references for same can be found throughout history.

How many pages are there in the Guru Granth Sahib?

Every Guru Granth Sahib has 1,430 pages, and every copy is identical. The Guru Granth Sahib is not just the holy scripture of Sikhism. It is also considered as the living Guru.