1. Verbal Prompt How are Judaism, Christianity and Islam connected?

2. Connected: South Asian Religions Hinduism and Buddhism are not the only religions in South Asia.

4. Unit 4: South Asia Today’s Topic: Islam & Sikhism In your notes...

5. Other South Asian Religions Islam was brought to India around 700 AD Hinduism experienced a resurgence at the same time. Buddhism saw a decline. Buddhism did survive in China & Japan. Sikhism was eventually created in the Punjab region of northern India.

6. Rise of Islam Muslims (Moguls) moved into modern-day Afghanistan, Pakistan & India. By 1200 AD, Muslims ruled South Asia. Had to coexist with Hindus due to overwhelmingly large population.

7. Jama Masjid, Delhi

8. Humayun's Tomb, Delhi

9. Taj Mahal, Agra

11. Unit 4: South Asia Today’s Topic: Sikhism In your notes...

12. Who are Sikhs? Sikh – “disciple” or “student” What are some commonly held misconceptions about Sikhs?

13. Punjab Region Most of the world’s 20 million Sikhs live in this part of northwestern India – Punjab. Many also live in other parts of the world. It is the 6 th most popular religious belief in the world.

14. The Founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak was the first of 10 spiritual leaders. Founded Sikhism in 1499 when Moguls (Muslims) ruled. Received a message from God (Sat Nam) Converted many Hindus and Muslims to his teachings

15. Har Krishan died at age seven from a small pox epidemic NameDate of Birth GurushipDate of Death Age 1 Nanak Dev4/14/14698/20/15079/22/153969 2 Angad Dev3/31/15049/7/15393/29/155248 3 Amar Das5/5/14793/26/15529/1/157495 4 Ram Das9/24/15349/1/15749/1/158146 5 Arjan Dev4/15/15639/1/15815/30/160643 6 Har Gobind6/19/15955/25/16062/28/164448 7 Har Rai1/16/16303/3/164410/6/166131 8 Har Krishan7/7/165610/6/16613/30/16647 9 Teg Bahadur4/1/16213/20/166511/11/167554 10 Gobind Singh12/22/166611/11/167510/7/170841

16. Teachings of the 10 Gurus Religion should unite, not divide. Charity/Community involvement is more valuable than ritual/asceticism. Equality for ALL Rejected the Caste System There is one god      Sat Nam Do not worship multiple idols. Sacred Text: Guru Granth Sahib Collection of 10 Gurus’ teachings

18. Connect Sikhism to Other Religions Goal of Sikhism: To have good karma  Good Conduct To break the cycle of reincarnation: Moksha To become one with Sat Nam After death, Sikhs are cremated & their ashes are spread over a river or in the sea. How to break the cycle of reincarnation: Charity Meditation (Communal) See next slide

19. Teachings of Sikhism: The 5s Control the 5 Vices 1.Greed 2.Anger 3.Pride 4.Lust 5.Materialism Live by the 5 Virtues 1.Compassion 2.Honesty/Justice 3.Contentment 4.Humility 5.Pyar – Filled w/love for Sat Nam

20. 5 Articles of Faith Five K’s (Khalsa = Pure) Kesh: uncut hair Kangha: a wooden comb Kara: a metal bracelet Kachera: a specific style of cotton undergarments Kirpan: a strapped curved sword

21. The Turban Symbolizes discipline, integrity, humility, and spirituality. It is very insulting and disrespectful to a Sikh to remove his or her turban. Turbans are a mandatory part of Sikh faith.

22. Sikh Temples - Gurdwaras Common Practice Remove shoes Cover head All are welcome Prayers led by a granthi Free kitchen always open The most sacred site to Sikhs is the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India Pilgrimage!    