Three pillars of Sikhism

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The Three Pillars of Sikhism were formalised by Guru Nanak as:

The Guru led the Sikhs directly to practise Simran and Naam Japna—meditation on God and reciting and chanting of God’s Name—Waheguru. The Sikh is to recite the Nitnem banis daily in remembrance of the grace and kirpa of the Almighty.
He asked the Sikhs to live as householders and practise Kirat Karni: to honestly earn by ones physical and mental effort, while accepting Gods gifts and blessing. One is to speak the truth at all times and only fear God. Live a life of decency, high moral values and spirituality.
The Sikhs were asked to share their wealth within the community by practising Vaṇḍ Chakkō – “Share and Consume together”. The community or Sadh Sangat is an important part of Sikhism. One must be part of a community that is pursing the values set out by the Sikh Gurus and every Sikh has to give in whatever way possible to the community. This spirit of Giving is an important message from Guru Nanak.

Diagram showing some of the important Sikh beliefs.

Sikh Beliefs

4. Five Virtues
- 4a. Sat
- 4b. Santokh
- 4c. Daya
- 4d. Nimrata
- 4e. Pyare

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