Sikhism

by Gurinder Singh Mann

This unique and insightful book skillfully combines recent research in the area of Sikh studies to provide an accurate and comprehensive overview of Sikh history and religiosity against the backdrop of other major religious traditions of the world. Considers the Sikhs today, with focused discussion on the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib, the Guru Panth, the Darbar Sahib, and Amritsar. Examines the founding of the Sikh community, the Guru Nanak, the Sikh doctrine, and the guiding ethics of the religion, and delves into the development of the community, including the influences of the Guru Gobind Singh, the establishment of Sikh Kingdom in the Punjab, and Sikhs move into the modern world. Explores Sikh beliefs, practices, family life and festivals, and concludes a thought-provoking chapter on the future of the Sikh religion—meeting spiritual needs away from the Punjab; replanting the Sikh institution in an alien soil, and moving toward a membership of the global community. For readers interested in World Religions.

Genres: Religion

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 22, 2004

Reviews

[Kohl Gill · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've had the privilege to travel in the Punjab with the author, and can attest that many of his insights are included in this thin volume. He not only paints the broad outlines of Sikhism but he also brings the reader all the way through to modern-day controversies in the community.