Sikhism

Introduction
The Sikh faith is a distinct religion revealed through the teachings of the 10 Gurus, the first of whom was Guru Nanak Dev ji. He was born in 1469 CE in the Punjab, India. In 1708 the tenth and the last human Guru, Guru Gobind Singh ji, vested spiritual authority in the Holy Sikh Scriptures (Guru Granth Sahib ji) and temporal authority in the community of baptised Sikhs (Khalsa Panth).

Basic Beliefs
Sikhs strictly believe that there is One God, who is Nirgun (transcendent) and Sargun (immanent). While being absolute and beyond human comprehension, God can be realised and experienced through contemplation and service. The object of a Sikh’s life is to develop God consciousness and ultimately to receive God’s grace. Life presents the opportunity to do so through truthful living and selfless service in the context of a family life.

A Sikh’s way of life is guided by the following principles: Nam Simran– remembering and praying to God at all times; Kirat Karna - earning a living by honest means; Wand Shakna - sharing with the poor and needy; Sewa - selfless service to God and humanity; Equality - to treat all human beings as equal. A Sikh practices purity of thought, purity of action, and respect and love for God’s Creation. He or she has been given the human form to practice dharma (spirituality).

Contact Details

Central Gurdwara Singh Sabha 134 138 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7HY Tel: 0141 221 6698 Contact: Parkash Singh

Guru Nanak Gurdwara 27 Otago Street, Kelvinbridge, Glasgow G12 Tel: 0141 334 9125 Contact: Mr. Bali

Ramgarhia Association 27 Otago Street, Kelvinbndge Glasgow Gl2 Tel: 0141 334 9125, Contact: Mr. Bali

Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Gurdwara Bhatra Sangat 32 St. Andrew's Drive, Glasgow, G41 5SG Tel: 0141 427 2763 Contact: Granthi

Singh Sabha Gurdwara 163 Nithsdale Road, Pollockshields, Glasgow Gl Tel: 0141 423 8288

 

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