Does Sikhism prohibit idol worship?

Sikhism prohibits idolatry, in accordance with mainstream Khalsa norms and the teachings of the Sikh Gurus, a position that has been accepted as orthodox.

Do Sikhs worship 1 God?

Sikhism is the world’s fifth largest religion in the world and the third largest monotheistic religion in the world . Sikhs believes in one omnipresent, formless God. Sikhs commonly call God, Waheguru (Wa-HEY-guru).

Are Sikhs allowed to worship Hindu gods?

No. Being part of the people of the subcontinent & shared culture, Hindu gods are part of our shared heritage, but Sikhs do not pray to / worship them.

What is holy book of Sikhism?

Adi Granth, (Punjabi: “First Book”) also called Granth or Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture of Sikhism, a religion of India. It is a collection of nearly 6,000 hymns of the Sikh Gurus (religious leaders) and various early and medieval saints of different religions and castes.

What sets Sikhism apart from other religions?

This is what sets Sikhism apart from Hinduism and other major religions. Sikhs would reject the claim that their religion is polytheistic. They believe in one God despite their belief that their gurus were sinless yet not God himself. (Ironically, the Sikh pictured above is hanging images of revered Sikh and Hindu figures.)

Does Sikhism have priests?

Sikhism does not have priests, which were abolished by Guru Gobind Singh. The Guru felt that they had become corrupt and full of ego. Sikhs only have custodians of the Guru Granth Sahib (granthi), and any Sikh is free to read the Guru Granth Sahib in the Gurdwara (a Sikh temple) or in their home.

Should you share the Gospel with Sikhs?

If they sense that you seek a friendship for the sole purpose of sharing the gospel, they will feel betrayed and distance themselves. Apologetics don’t work because it makes Sikhs feel like you’re attacking their way of life. Don’t use particulars about their religion or culture as a launching point for a gospel presentation.

Do you have questions about Sikhism on Reddit?

Last week a group of Sikhs invited questions about their religion as part of a Reddit Ask Me Anything (AMA) forum. They wrote: A group of us from /r/sikh are here to answer any questions you have on Sikhism, Sikhs, or anything else you care to think of! Ask away, and we’ll answer to the best of our ability. AUA!