Gurudwaras of World
Gateway to Sikhism proudly launches
Gurudwaras of World @ www.worldgurudwaras.com
Gateway to Sikhism proudly launches Gurudwaras of World @ www.worldgurudwaras.com on auspicious day of Khalsa Sajna Divas , Vaisakhi April 14th 2012. Worldgurudwaras.com will strive to be most comprehensive directory of Historical Gurudwaras and Non Historical Gurudwaras around the world.
The etymology of the term 'gurdwara' is from the words 'Gur (ਗੁਰ)' (a reference to the Sikh Gurus) and 'Dwara (ਦੁਆਰਾ)' (gateway in Gurmukhi), together meaning 'the gateway through which the Guru could be reached'. Thereafter, all Sikh places of worship came to be known as gurdwaras.
It is a work in progress and We strongly urge the Sikh Cyber Community to contribute to this project by submitting contact information, details, images of Gurudwaras around the world to make this a comprehensive directory.
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Sikhism FAQs:What is the place of morality in Sikh religion?
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It is argued that one can be moral without a belief in religion. There are many people in various parts of the world, generally in Communist countries, who may not believe in God and yet are good citizens, kind and useful members of the society.
All the same it is generally recognized that religion is a great aid
to morality. Man is subject to temptation. Though he is is born with certain
good potentialities, the temptation to evil is so strong that without
some moral background and religious convictions, he may easily sccumb
to it. In such moments of difficulty, when he is likely to be overcome
by evil, the Guru, or true spiritual leader will give him the guidance
and courage to resist it.
Ethics and morality are the basis of Sikhism. Evolution of the spirit
is not possible without righteous conduct and adherance to social morality.
Guru Nanak emphasizes this point:
"Greater than Truth is Truthful living."
(A.G. p62)
The Sikh follows personal ethics like telling the truth, gentle speech,
fair play, service, humility and tolerance. Morality cannot be an end
in itself. It is an aid to the evolution of spiritual life. Sin is a definite
obstacle on the path of Divinity.
Immorality is something of which one is ashamed or which one practises
in secret. The morality of Sikhism is based on the Fatherhood of God and
brotherhood of man. Service for God is the service of His Creation. Acts
of love and charity, even self-sacrifice, are not spiritual deeds in the
strict sense of the term, but they do help to prepare the ground for the
elimination of egoism. They show a love for humanity and a love of God.
Sikhism believes that this is a just and moral world. Though some bad
people may seem to thrive, sooner or later, they will have their punishment.
God is a strict judge and He treats people according to their deserts.
Guru Nanak says:
"According to their actions, some get near to God and some distant."
(A.G. p8)
But like any good judge, God is charitable too and tempers mercy with
justice.
