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Islam Women In Sikhism And Islam

Kamalpreet

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Nov 28, 2006
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Sat Sri Akal to all,

"The role of women in Sikhism was first outlined in the Sikh Scriptures, which were written around 1500. The scriptures state that the Sikh woman is to be regarded as man's equal. She is considered to have the same soul as man and has the equal right to grow spiritually. The Sikh woman is allowed to lead religious congregations, to take part in the Akhand Path (the continuous recitation of the Holy Scriptures), to perform Kirtan (congregational singing of hymns), to work as a Granthi and to participate in religious, cultural, social and secular activities.
Sikh history includes the role of women very prominently and portrays them as equal in service, devotion, sacrifice and bravery. Examples of their moral dignity, service and self sacrifice are a source of inspiration to the Sikhs."

Also, Guru Gobind Singh Ji made it mandatory for Sikh women to use Kaur as their surname, now translated as Princess but which originally comes from Prince. Kaur provides Sikh women with equal respect to men. Kaur (prince) comes from the Rajisthani word 'Kunwar' which meant Prince.
 

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