Sikhism Research Paper

Sikhism is a religion that was established in India many years ago, while the religion has spread, it has amassed quite a large following. This paper is going to discuss several different topics regarding the religion of Sikhism. These topics will include; a brief history of Sikhism, a discussion on the major beliefs of Sikhism, and Identifying one or more issues this religious group may have with the American or western health care system. The first topic is a brief history of Sikhism. Sikhism is a monotheistic religion that originated around the 15th century in a city called Punjab, oddly enough the word Punjabi translates in English to “Path” which is what the Sikh’s like to relate their religion to following the path of a Guru who is like a mentor. The …show more content…
Sikhism is based on the belief of one true God, thus making it a monotheistic religion. However, it does seem that Sikhism is a little different from some other religions in the world. They seem to believe that even if you are not a Sikh does not mean you will not go to Heaven. They believe more of a to each his own feeling on other religions. This sets them apart from several other religions that believe it is their way is no other way to Heaven. They see everyone as “Children of the same God. A Sikh respects everyone's religious sentiment and freedom to choose their own way to Truth.” (Singh 1998 pg. 2) The Sikh’s believe that they want to eventually in life get to be one with God. To achieve this they believe it can be accomplished through meditation and the way the act while on earth. Sikhism seems to have five standard rules or laws, sort of like sins in the Christian Bible. These are greed, anger, lust, pride, and then the final one is worldly attachments. The Sikhs believe if they can avoid these things that they be able to have Salvation. In this instance, it seems that Sikhism is not as far off from Christianity’s