sikhism

Illustrations and simple text provide a brief introduction to the life of sixteenth-century Sikhism leader Guru Nanak, discussing how he developed the beliefs and traditions of his religion.

A young boy, Simran Singh, introduces young readers to the Sikh faith, describing their customs, religious traditions, food, and family life.

Describes the basic tenets of Sikhism, tells the story of its growth in India, examines the recent move toward greater political independence within the Indian nation, the effects of Hindu nationalism on the Sikh community, and issues of cultural adaptation, persecution, and and subsequent education now taking place in the West.

Chronicles the development and spread of Sikhism throughout the world, tracing the religion's history from its origins in fifteenth-century India to the early twenty-first century, and includesbrief profiles of religious leaders, a look at holy sites, and information on Sikh traditions, as well as maps and photographs.

Current facts, personal stories, and key debates provide an overview of Sikhism, its beliefs, and traditions.

Presents an introduction to Hinduism, and other Eastern religions such as Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism, including information on their history, significant events, beliefs, traditions, festivals, and how they are celebrated today.

Presents information on the religion, Sikhism, and includes a description of its founders, scriptures, worldview, holidays and festivals, and how someone grows up Sikh. Includes chronology, glossary, and index.

Describes the origin, beliefs, place of worship, holy book, ceremonies, festivals, and special signs of the Sikh faith.

Presents volume twelve of a fourteen-volume series on World Religions exploring the origins, traditions, and beliefs of Sikhism, and discusses its basic tenets, the effects of Hindu nationalism on the Sikh community, cultural adaptation and persecution, and more.