Sikhism - Softcover

Hew McLeod

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0140252606 ISBN 13: 9780140252606

Publisher: Penguin, 1997

Synopsis

There are about 16 million Sikhs in the world today, 14 million of them living in the Punjab. At the heart of the religion are ten Gurus, from the founding father Nanak (1469-1539) to Gobind Singh (1666-1708), who transferred authority from individual leaders on to the scriptures and the community itself. SIKHISM explores how their distinctive beliefs emerged from the Hindu background of the times, how a number of separate sects split away, and how far the ideals of sexual equality have been observed in practice.

About this title

About the Author:

WILLIAM HEWAT MCLEOD has taught history at the University of Otago, New Zealand, since 1971. Before that he taught in the Punjab for nine years and he still makes frequent visits there. He has published many books and articles on Sikh history, religion and society.

Synopsis:

An introduction to the religious beliefs and practices of the Sikhs, covering the early history of the religion, the life and teachings of Guru Nanak, sacred scriptures, doctrine, liturgy, rituals, caste, gender and sects.

About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0140252606
• ISBN 13: 9780140252606
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 368