What is the legal standing on Sikhs wearing the Kirpan? The Kirpan (Punjabi: ਕਿਰਪਾਨ, kirpān) is a religious sword worn in a strap that enables a it to be suspended near one’s waist or tucked inside one’s belt.

Touching a (sarbloh) Kirpan to the Karhaah Parshaad (sacred pudding) is a tradition that we can trace back to the lives of the Guru Sahibaans (before 1708 CE). This action served as an indication of the Guru’s acceptance and blessing of the Sikh nation, and the Sikhs’ acceptance and consumption of parshaad displays a submission to the Guru.

The Kirpan is a Shastar (protective weapon) and therefore wearing it on a string or cord is not practical. The Kirpan can be be of any size, however it is must be practical to use and not blunt. Some people justify the compromise of the 5 Ks to wear a mini Kirpan on a string, cord or necklace for when having a shower or bath.

The dastaar is no longer mandatory to Sikh women according to the SGPC, but according to some writers from Guru Gobind Singh ji’s time, it was not optional. The Sikh loss of Sikh identity amongst Sikh women without turban has emerged as a consequence of societal pressure to conform and lack of understanding of Sikh traditions and history.

Why don’t Sikhs wear two Kirpans to represent Miri & Piri like the 6th Guru? As per the hukam of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru, and the Panj Pyaare, Sikhs must wear a kirpan. We can wear more than one, but the minimum is one. Guru Hargobind Sahib, the sixth Guru, wore two kirpans in a deeply symbolic gesture to show the importance of spiritual (piri) as …

Sword (Kirpan) is an emblem of truth, justice, courage and adventure. In order to have self-respect, the Khalsa should maintain the means to vindicate his honour.

Describe the Sikh Gurdwara A Sikh place of worship is called a ‘Gurdwara’, which is open to visitors, irrespective of their colour, faith, gender or background. The common translation of the term as temple is not satisfactory, as Sikhism possesses no sacrificial symbolism. Sikhs have neither idols nor altars in their holy places. They have no sacraments and no priestly order.

Do Sikh women have to wear a Turban (Dastaar) as well as men? To Sikhs, the turban is more than what is a crown to a king or queen. The Sikh Gurus showed a great respect to the turban. But there is a misconception that only men are required to wear the turban. The Guru has graced both men and women with the spiritual crown that not only protects the Kesh (unshorn hair) and Dasam Duaar (tenth ...

The Amrit ceremony (initiation) is held in the presence of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Five initiated Sikhs known for their piety are called Panj Piyaaray, all wearing the five articles of faith – the Kesh (unshorn hair) which is covered with a keski (turban), Kanga (wooden comb), Kachhera (special tailored shorts), Karha (iron bangle), and Kirpan (sheathed sword) which is worn in gatra (strap ...

Amrit of the double-edged sword was meant to create fearlessness in the Sikhs. They were enjoined to carry the Kirpan, for purposes of the defence of others and for the uprooting of evil. This mission of the defence of the weak and the downtrodden gave an impetus to a spirit of service and sacrifice. the Khalsa Panth had to meet the …