Becoming a Sikh

Holycow · #1 (**permalink**) 11-Mar-2008, 04:17 AM

Hey guys,

I'd just like to know how one "officially" becomes a Sikh. What if it is impossible to get to a Gurdwara? Are Sikhs obligated to attend a Gurdwara? If there isn't a Gurdwara near you is it still possible to become a Sikh!? I'm sure this topic has been discussed to death so sorry in advance if this has been asked many times.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/new-to-sikhism/20450-becoming-a-sikh.html

To paraphrase is for you: How does someone convert to sikhism if they arn't near a Gurdwara and, is it still possible to live a "sikh life" if you are the only sikh in a thousand miles?
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Astroboy · #2 (**permalink**) 11-Mar-2008, 13:38 PM

It would help if you gave your location (in Canada) as you've mentioned a thousand miles away so that we can identify someone who can share his experiences of coming into Sikhism as well as be in closer proximity towards him/her. Any other details about you can also be helpful.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=20450
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=20450

Time being, here's a video you may find interesting for a start.

pk70 · #3 (**permalink**) 11-Mar-2008, 21:52 PM

Holy Cow ji
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=20450

I found some addresses of Gurduwara on internet. you can try google etc. I am sure you should find it, just put' sikhtemples in......". When you are ready for conversion., it is important to do it through Gurudawara, you will get a chance to hear Sikhs on Sikhism in person in that special assembly( Sadh Sangat, they call it)

Holycow · #4 (**permalink**) 12-Mar-2008, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by namjap

It would help if you gave your location (in Canada) as you've mentioned a thousand miles away so that we can identify someone who can share his experiences of coming into Sikhism as well as be in closer proximity towards him/her. Any other details about you can also be helpful.

Time being, here's a video you may find interesting for a start.

I live in Taber, Alberta just a small town.

What kinda detalis do you want? I'm an open book man!

Astroboy · #5 (**permalink**) 12-Mar-2008, 10:42 AM

IKYTA Professional Members
Directory of Sikh Gurdwaras

Holycow Ji,

The above two links can help refine your search. Calgary seems to be the centre of Sikhism in Alberta. Many many years ago I visited Vancouver and Kamloops but not Calgary.

Holycow · #6 (**permalink**) 12-Mar-2008, 13:34 PM

Oh well! I will just read Gurbani, and live a Sikh life and worry about "conversion" when I can regularly get to a Gurdwara.

Oh, and would it be appropriate for a beginner like me that is not baptized(obviously) to wear the 5ks?

Astroboy · #7 (**permalink**) 12-Mar-2008, 14:22 PM

Baptism and the 5K's have almost been used synonmously but take your time in wearing the 5 K's. Some simply start with 2K's or 3K's and move towards 5K's. Once you have all 5, then you can decide to be baptised.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=20450
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=20450

http://www.projectnaad.com/wp-conten...to_sikhism.pdf

Projectnaad has come up with a number of leaflets which provide vitals on Sikhism:
Leaflets | Project Naad :: Infinity in Simplicity

Holycow · #8 (**permalink**) 14-Mar-2008, 12:51 PM

okay, pretty unrelated but oh-well...

What is the adverage Turban length(Metres) for a guy with a big"ish" head?

, Sorry I'm new to this stuff.

Narayanjot Kaur · #9 (**permalink**) 15-Mar-2008, 03:20 AM

Holycow ji

NamJap is giving you very good advice. It is related. You take the K's a little bit at a time. Turban length is important, but what is going on inside your head is as important as what is on your head. It needs to be nurtured and cared for. By the time you have settled the inside and the outside, the Bani and the Bana, you will be ready for amrit, with His kirpa.

Holycow · #10 (**permalink**) 15-Mar-2008, 06:53 AM

No worries man, that was just a... "would like to know question" but someone already told me. Anyway... Yeah my plan is to practise sikhism very slowly and study for awile and by the time I've got a pretty good handle on Sikhi I should be able to get into a gurdwara every once and awile.