Do You Wear
Sikh Kara?
Sikh Kara Bracelet is an
iron bracelet that binds the
Sikh, who is wearing it, to God. The
Sikh Kara is used to remind the Sikh to do the right deeds. The
Sikh Kara is usually worn in the predominant hand so that the
Sikh can see the
Sikh Kara whenever he does anything.
The
Sikhs were commanded by Guru Gobind Singh at the Baisakhi Amrit Sanchar in 1699 to wear a iron slave bangle
Sikh Symbol called a
Sikh Kara at all times. This was one of five articles of faith, collectively called
Sikh Kakars that form the external visible sikh symbols to clearly and outwardly display ones commitment and dedication to the order (Hukam) of the tenth master and become a member of Khalsa.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/questions-and-answers/29907-do-you-wear-kara.htmlReference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=29907
Do You Wear
Sikh Kara?