Understanding Sikhism /by Michael Regan ; [Editor: Claire Vanden Branden.

Regan, Michael, 1946-

Understanding Sikhism /by Michael Regan ; [Editor: Claire Vanden Branden. - Minneapolis, Minnesota : Essential library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, (c)2019. - 1 online resource. - Understanding world religions and beliefs .

Includes bibliographies and index.

Baisakhi festival -- What is Sikhism? -- The first four gurus of Sikhism -- The militant gurus -- The last human guru -- Where in the world are the Sikhs? -- How Sikhs practice their religion -- Common misconceptions about Sikhs -- Being Sikh in the modern world.

This book covers the history of Sikhism and how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about the guru leaders and the peaceful practices they promoted, as well as the prejudice Sikhs have endured, particularly in the United States after September 11. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.



9781532154126 9781532153198

2019724451


Sikhism--Juvenile literature.
Spiritual life--Sikhism--Juvenile literature.
Sikhism--Customs and practices--Juvenile literature.


Electronic Books.

BL2018 / .U534 2019