A comparison between Sikhism and HinduismWhat is religion? There is much debate over the exact definition of religion, but according to the book Introduction to World Religions, "It is commonly used to refer to those beliefs, behaviors, and social institutions that have something to do with speculation about any, and all, below: the origin, end and meaning of the universe; what happens after death; the existence and desires of powerful, non-human beings such as spirits, ancestors, angels, demons and gods; this shapes human behavior” (Partridge,10). Sikhism was born hundreds and hundreds of years ago in a community where religious beliefs were divided between Hinduism and Islam. There are many things that contribute to the creation of this religion and many comparisons to do between it and Hinduism. Sikhism was founded in 1450 AD in the Punjab region of India. “Sikh” actually means Disciple in their language (“Sikhism, religion of the Sikh people,” 1). as the religion is carried on by 10 gurus who follow the word of God. Unlike the origin of Hinduism where there is no founder, there is a founder of Sikhism called Guru Nanek Deb Ji. He spread his word of peace and love and chastised the rituals of Muslims and Hindus. Guru Nanek never imposed his views on those of other religions (“History of Sikhism,” 1). Guru Granth Sahib is how people today can learn the teachings of Sikhism. Sikhism rejects the caste system and practices equality of life. There are no religious laws unlike Hinduism, only three rules by which a Sikh should live their life. There are no priests in Sikhism, followers had to be domestic... middle of paper... living in angels or demons and having multiple gods, they believe that there is a divine god that one should always be aware of. These values ​​shape the behaviors of Sikhs. All these things constitute what religion is based on. Although there are many differences and similarities between Sikhism and Hinduism, ultimately both strive to seek salvation with either one god or several gods. Work cited "History of Sikhism". ReligionsFacts. @Religious Facts, February 20, 2005.Web. March 23, 2014. Pernice, Christopher H. Ed. Christopher Grillo. Sewa Singh Kalsi. Introduction to world religions. Minneapolis, MN: Fortress, 2005. 216-41. Print."Sikhism Religion of the Sikh people." Sikhism Religion of the Sikh people. @Sikhs.org, 2011.Web. March 21st. 2014.