2. THE BACKGROUND OF SIKH 2.1 Society
Ethnicity is a class of people who are bound by the identity or unity of consciousness and culture.Koentjaraningrat 1989: 154 says that a social group or
entity that has a system of human interaction, the system of norms, which regulate the interaction of a sense of continuity and a sense of identity that unites all
participant and has its own system of leadership. Barth 1969: 12 says that each ethnic group has its own cultural characteristics. Barth 1969:29 says that a
community can be regarded as an ethnic group at least has the characteristics inherent in these group, as well as distinguishing features of the other groups. This
can be seen from the particular characteristics of ethnic Sikhs is owned by big, burly, tall, long hair and beard, and wearing the Sorban in his head.
2.2 Sikh Beliefs
A Sikh English pronunciation: si:k or s ɪk; Punjabi: sikkh [sɪkkʰ] is a
follower of Sikhism. It primarily originated in the 15th century in the Punjab region of South Asia. The term Sikh has its origin in Sanskrit term śiṣya,
meaning disciple, student or śikṣa. A Sikh is one who follows the Sikh religion. The word Sikh means
disciple or learner. Sikhism is a divinely revealed religion founded by Guru Nanak 1469-1539. A sikh believes in the teachings of the ten Sikh Gurus, the Guru
Granth Sahib The Sikh holy scripture, and in no other religion. A pious Sikh endeavors to live up to the principles, ideals and the code of conduct as described
in the Guru Granth Sahib.
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Guru Nanak laid down the foundation of Sikhism and over a period of about 239 years, the ten Sikh Gurus developed it into a universal faith. The Sikh
beliefs are a product of their practice, preaching, and sacred writings.
a One God
Sikh believe in one God; the sole creator of the universe. God is eternal, omnipotent, omnipresent, fearless, without enmity, is not incarnate, is not born
and does not die, is self-illuminated and is without shape or form.
b Equality
The Sikh believe in the equality of all human beings and stress gender equality. The first Guru, Guru Nanak gave equal status to women, stating that women can
not be inferior to men as they give birth to emperors, Kings, queens and scientists.
c Kirat work
The Sikh faith teaches that one should earn a living by honest means. One should not take what rightfully belong to others.
d Wand Chhakna sharing
Sharing your earnings with the poor and needy is a fundamental principle of Sikhism.
e Sewa service
Sewa means service to humanity regardless of religious or political affiliation.
f Non-violence
The Sikh are peace loving people who stand firm for truth and justice.
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g Simran meditation
Simran is remembering God and repeating the holy name “satnam-waheguru, satnaam-waheguru.” Simran helps one to get closer to God and brings peace of
mind.
h Wellness of the entire human race
sikh, in their daily prayer, wish for the wellbeing of humanity. Guru nanak says, : Nanak naam chardi kala tere bhane sarbat da bhalla”.
i Self discipline
Sikh are expected to be able to control passion Kaam, anger karodh, greed Lobh,materialistic attachment moh, and ego hankaar
2.3 Guru is Sikh Belief
