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A Quick Introduction to Sikhism

This is a brief outline of the basics of the Sikh faith

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Caste and Sikhism

This is material used within a second year module on Sikhism. it provides information on how caste is operative within Sikhism and has created distinct groups such as the Ravidasis and Valmikis. This material could also be used by historians and sociologists.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

Faith Guides

Covering Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism, and written by respected academics with many years' research and teaching experience, and in conjunction with the relevant religious communities, this series covers key religious and cultural sensitivities that may arise within a university environment.

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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Glossary of terms in Sikhism

This handout is used by students studying Sikhism at the University of Wolverhampton. They are encouraged to use the spellings in Punjabi for their assignments.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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God and the Human Condition in Sikh teachings

This is a detailed look at what Sikh teachings from the Guru Granth Sahibji teach about God and the Human condition.

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God and the human condition - Sikhism

This handout summarizes the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib about God and the soul's entrapment in samsara (reincarnation).

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Guru Gobind Singh and the Formation of the Khalsa

This presentation examines the reasons and order of eents behind the creation of the Khalsa in 1699 CE.

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Guru Nanak's teachings

This handout for students highlights the teachings of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak. It also explores possible influences on the thought of Guru Nanak.

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Issues of Identity in the Sikh Panth

The issue of Sikh identity is one that has given rise to much debate over the years. This presentation examines some aspects and issues relating to Sikh Identity.

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Possible influences on the thought of Guru Nanak

There are a number of theories as to whether the religious thought of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak, may have been influenced by other traditions of the time. This presenttation explores soem of thses possible influences.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Reading from Adi Granth

This is a short video of a reading from the Adi Granth in the Ramgharia Board gurdwara in Wolverhampton.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Sikh Identity handout for students

This handout accompanies a presentation looking at issues relating to Sikh identity.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar

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Sikh Practices

This presentation, delivered to second year undergraduate students, takes a look at soem of the dominant practices amongst Sikhs.

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Sikh practices handout for students

This handout for students summarizes the main practices found amongst the Sikhs.

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Sikhism

Range of resources for Sikhism, original use for Religious Studies. They could be used to explore aspects of Sikh philosophy, or to understand a local religious community.

Shared with the World by Dr Deirdre Burke

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Sikhism Faith Guide

A guide to Sikhism written by respected academics with many years' research and teaching experience, and in conjunction with the relevant religious communities. The guide covers key religious and cultural sensitivities that may arise within a university environment.

Shared with the World by Ms Danielle Lamb

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The Development of the Panth

This handout highlights the main developments and Institutions in Sikhism from the second to ninth Sikh Gurus

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The Guru Granth Sahibji

This presentation explores the compilation and content of the Guru Granth Sahib - the eternal Guru of the Sikhs.

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The Namdharis

A brief summary of the Namdharis, a handout for students.

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The Ravidasis

A handout for students summarizing the main beliefs and practices of the Ravidasi community.

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The Valmikis

This presentation explores the origins, beliefs and practices of the Valmiki community. The Valmikis are a caste within the Dalit community.

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The caste system and the Sikhs

Thsi handout for students summarizes the main points about the Sikhs' attitudes towards the caste system.

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The second to ninth Sikh Gurus

The development of the Sikh Panth through the institutions made by the second to the ninth Sikh Gurus is explored in this presentation.

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Understanding Sikhism through Informant Testimonies

This presentation looks at the importance of informant testimonies to enhance an understanding of Sikhism. It is an important tool for students looking at research methods within studying religion. The presentation highlights the importance of overcoming stereotypical representations of the Sikh community.

Shared with the World by Dr Opinderjit Takhar