Naam Japo
ਨਾਮ ਜਪੋRemember the Divine — keep the One in your heart and mind.
Learning Centre
Explore the Gurmukhi alphabet, the values that guide us, and test what you know — a place for children and newcomers to discover the Sikh faith.
Painti Akhari
Ūṛā
sounds like “u”
Letter 1 of 35
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What we live by
Remember the Divine — keep the One in your heart and mind.
Earn an honest living through hard work.
Share what you have with others.
Everyone is equal — no matter their background, faith, or gender.
Selfless service — helping others without expecting anything back.
A free meal shared by all, sitting together as equals.
The Panj Kakaar
Five articles of faith worn by initiated Sikhs, each a reminder of their beliefs and commitment.
ਕੇਸ
Uncut hair — accepting and respecting the Divine creation, kept clean and covered by the dastar (turban).
ਕੰਘਾ
A wooden comb — cleanliness and discipline.
ਕੜਾ
A steel bracelet — a reminder to do good and stay bound to the Guru.
ਕਛਹਿਰਾ
Cotton shorts — self-control and readiness to serve.
ਕਿਰਪਾਨ
A sword — a commitment to justice and to protecting the defenceless.
Test yourself
A few fun questions — how much do you know?
Discover stories, kirtan, and lessons for all ages on SikhNet, and read about our Gurus in the history section.