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Sikhism – The 5 K’s
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We are learning to
Understand the importance of the symbols of the Sikh community
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What I’m looking for…•You can discuss uniforms people wear
•Know the importance of the 5 Ks to Sikhs
•Write about the 5 Ks
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People who wear a uniform..
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Every man and woman who belongs to the Khalsa must wear five symbols which show that they are Sikhs.They are usually called the Five K’s because in Punjabi their names all begin with the letter ‘K’.
The Five K’s
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(1) Kesh Kesh is hair. Sikhs
promise not to cut their hair but let it grow as a symbol of their faith. Because during their lifetimes it will get very long they wear turbans to keep it tidy.
They believe that this demonstrates theirobedience to God.
A Sikh wearing a Turban
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(2) Kangha The Kangha is a
small wooden comb. It keeps the hair fixed in place, and is a symbol of cleanliness. Combing their hair reminds Sikhs that their lives should be tidy and organised. Take note year 3!
The Kangha
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(3) The Kara The kara is a steel bangle
worn on the arm. It is a closed circle with no beginning and no end...as with God there is no beginning and no end.
It is a reminder to behave well, keep faith and restrain from wrong doing. Wearing it will remind a sikh of his duties. The Kara
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The Last two are a reminder that Sikhs are warriors and always fight for what is right!
The last two K’s are:
1. The Kachera2. The Kirpan
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(4) The Kachera These are short
trousers worn as underwear. They were more practical than the long, loose clothes most people in India wore at the time of Guru Gobind Singh.
The Guru said they were a symbol that Sikhs were leaving old ideas behind, following new better ones.
The Kachera
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(5) The Kirpan The warriors sword.
These days a very tiny one is worn as a symbol of dignity and self respect.
It demonstrates power and reminds sikhs that they must fight a spiritual battle, defend the weak and oppressed, and uphold the truth.
The Kirpan
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Today’s Activity! First read the information about the
Sikh symbols and highlight the important information.
Then cut out the symbol, glue in your RE book and write the name of the symbol next to the picture.
Using your notes write about each Sikh symbol