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Sikhism
Simran, Sukhpreet & Manpreet
Sikhism is a monotheistic religion
Promotes equality and social justice for all.
Founded by the first guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, in the fifteenth century.
“SIKH” means discipline/student.
Guru means 'spiritual teacher'.
There are 10 gurus in total.
“SIKH” means discipline/student.
Guru means 'spiritual teacher'.
There are 10 gurus in total.
Guru Nanak
Guru Nanak
You might find this picture in the homes of sikh families. He is not worshipped.
Facts:
Facts:
World's fifth largest religion
25 million sikhs worldwide
Sikh is properly pronounced “sik” and not “seek.”
Sikhs do not promote: The caste system, drinking, smoking, drugs, inequality.
Basic Beliefs
-God has no gender in Sikhism. Akaal Purkh and Nirankar,
-The turban represents respectability and nobility. Also, worn for protection.
-No good moments, bad moments.
-Sikhism encourages healthy living by consuming simple and natural food only.
-Equality: The names Singh and Kaur are the last names of Sikh males and females.
Where are Sikhs in Canada?
In Ontario, Punjabi Canadians are predominant in the Greater Toronto Area, especially in Scarborough, Toronto and Brampton.
3 Prinicples of Sikhism
Earn an honest living
Share earnings with others
Meditate and remember god
Religious Book
Name : Sri Guru Granth Sahib
A smaller version of the holy book is called a 'Gutka'. It is found by the bedside of clients. It is usually wrapped in a cloth.
Role of the PSW: if you need to move the gutka, make sure your hands are clean.
The gutka is treated with respect and should never be placed near the floor, washroom or under other books.
Patients/ clients might read the verses out loud from the gutka.
Appearence
The Five "Ks" – Kesh, Kangha, Katchera , Kara and Kirpan.
Uncut hair - Sign of living in harmony with God.
Small comb for the hair.
Steel bracelet which represents the commitment to god. ( karah)
A sword which represents commitment to justice ( kirpaan)
Role of the PSW: To provide culturally sensitive care, Ask your client what is important to them becasue not everyone follows the religious beliefs in the same way or to the same degree.
Prayer
Three times daily
Role of the PSW: To provide culturally sensitive care, ask your client what is important to them because not everyone follows the religious beliefs in the same way or to the same degree.
Place of Worship
Place of worship: The Gurdwara which means 'doorway to God.' Any place where the Guru Granth Sahib is installed and treated with respect, can be referred to as a Gurudwara.
Diet
Sikhism encourages healthy living by consuming simple and natural food only. Killing animals for taste is not allowed in the religion.
Non-vegetarian sikhs are not allowed to eat halal, kosher or any spiritually slaughtered meat
Care for the Dying
Comfort
May receive comfort reading versus from the gutka.
Versus might be played 24/7 at the bedside
Friends and family may visit as a sign of respect.
Spirtual care from the gurudwara might be contacted
Beliefs
Sikhs do not believe in afterlife (heaven or hell)
They believe in reincarnation
Good or bad actions in this current life will determine what kind of life you will have after rebirth.
Beliefs about Death and Dying
Beliefs about Death and Dying
Sikhs are encouraged to accept death and illness as a part of life and the will of God.
Some patients may be accepting of death, because Sikhs believe in Karma.
Appropriate Attire at the Funeral
Shoes may be worn inside the funeral home but not in gurdwara service.
The head should be covered.
White clothes should be worn to represent peace.
For women, no makeup, no jewelry, white clothes.
The Funeral
-At the funeral the Sikhs prepare a yogurt bath for the body while reciting prayers. After that the body is dressed in new clothes. When dressed the Five "Ks" (Kesh, Kangha, Katchera , Kara and Kirpan) are present with the deceased client.
-There is a small ceremony that takes place at a funeral home before the cremation. To start the service there is a community prayer.
-There are two daily prayers that are said by the Sikhs which are Japji and Kirtan Sohila. After those are recited the cremation begins.
-The body of the Sikh will always be cremated which occurs within three days after death.
Cremation
The family will immense the ashes in a running body of water. They take the ashes into a river at Haridwar in India.
Communication with Families
The soul never dies that's why there is no grieving at the death of Sikhs.
You should only speak of the good memories of joy of the soul returning to its true home with God.
"Everyone has to go back to God."
"It's the God's will. No one can change that."
Role of the PSW
Do not remove the five articles of faith including the turban, after death.
The body should always be covered with clean white linen.
The family will ask to wash and clothe the body immediately after death.
The family will ask to move the body to the funeral home with the five articles intact to the body.
Decision Making
Decision Making
A Sikh patient's family may have a strong influence on decision making relating to the health matters, including informed consent to any procedures.
References
Religion: Sikhism. (n.d.). Retrieved February 25, 2018, from http://www.bbc.com/religion/religions/sikhism/
Hafiz, Y. (2014, January 31). Sikhism 101: Facts, History, Beliefs, Gurus, Traditions, And Signs Of The Faith. Retrieved February 25, 2018, from https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/01/31/sikhism-101_n_4698378.html
Barooah, J. (2012, August 06). 5 Things To Know About Sikhism. Retrieved February 25, 2018, from http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/5-things-you-should-know-about-sikhism_n_1744657
Punjabi Canadians. (2018, January 17). Retrieved February 25, 2018, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punjabi_Canadians#Distribution
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SAT SRI AKAL