Sikhism

Sikhism 

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• It is the synthesis of the basic tenets of Hinduism andIslam - the unity of which was the main object of its founder Guru Nankanaji, Gum Nanak preached belief in one God and condemned rituals and cast system. He emphasised the necessity of worshiping God through love. His teachings were compiled in 17^th century and were called Adi Granth. Guru GobindSingh was the tenth and the last Guru, He instituted the institution of

• Panj Piaras - Five beloved ones and five customs that is
• Kesh - hair of the head and beard are not to be cut,
• Kachha - underwear,
• Kara - Steel Bracelet,
• Kanga – Comb,
• and Kirpan – Sword

The sacred places for Sikhs are Amritsar, (India), Nankana Sahib (Pakistan), Anandpur Sahib (india). Their Holy book is called Granth Sahib

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Hinduism

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• Hinduism:

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• Hinduism The basis of Hinduism lies in the four Vedas of the Aryans. Like all other religions the appeal of Hinduism has flagged and waned Brilliant reformers sprang up from time to time, Sarkaracharya
• (8th century), Ramanuj)
• (12th century) and Madhwas )
• (13th century restored popular faith and countered hereticaltendencies. in the course of time certain doctrines were developed and played an important role in Hindu thought. The Important ones are.

1. Karma or reincarnation which means rebirth of a person in a hi caste or low caste family or animals depends on his karma.
2. Individual’s duty to the universe is his Dharma.
3. Moksha is the ultimate objective in Hindu's life. 
4. Atman, the sow of man, is ultimately one with Brahman -- the creator.
5. The sacred books of Hindus are:
6. Vedas,Upanashads, Bhagwd Gita,Ramayana, Maharasharata.

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Confucianism

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• Confucianism:

  

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• Confucianism Kung Fu Tsu was the founder of Confucianism. He advocated regularity in Life temperance in food and drink and emphasized the importance of learning, loyalty and truthfulness. He formulated the rule. "what you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others". Beijing(Peking) is the sacred place for the followers of Confucianism. It is followed by the Chinese.

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Islam

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• Islam:

  

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• Islam and Arabic word, means submission to God. Its founder was Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The Core of the Islamic belief is,
• i. Belief in the unity of God as the supreme lord of the universe.
• ii. God or Allah is all powerful. All knowing and all pervading.
• iii. Muslims preach the futility of worshiping Idols.
• iv. There are 5 main duties of Muslims –
• Kalma - Profession of faith.
• Namaz - Saying Prayers
• Khairat - Giving almas
• Roza - Keeping Fast
• Haj - and going on a pilgrimage
• Quran - is the Holy book of the Muslims and Makkah is the place of their pilgrimage.

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Christianity

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• Christianity:

  

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• Christianity Foundedby Hazrat Isa (Jesus Christ). The essence of Christianity is the belief Hug Hazrat Isa (Jesus Christ) is the son of God and his mission on earth was to redeem man from sin and restore him to Communion with God. Christianity is divided into:
• (a) Roman Catholics
• (b) Protestants and
• (c) Orthodox Jerusalem
• Where Hazrat Ise was born is the sacred place to Christians.

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Buddhism

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• Buddhism:

  

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• Found by Gautam Buddha, its main principles are,

1. Nirvana (freedom from the cycle of birth) can be attained through self -purification.
2. Attaches no importance to rituals andceremonies.
3. Advocates kindness, humanity and equality.
4. Lowness and eminence are determined by man's actions and conduct.

• Buddhism is popular in China. Tibet, Korea, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kampuchea and Vietnam.
• The most wend places of Buddhism are Lumbini in Nepal where Buddha was born. the Both Gaya (Bihar, India) where he got enlightenment and Kusinagara (U.P, India) where he attained Nirvana.

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Battle of Britain

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• Battle of Britain A.D 1940

  

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• A German air force of 2500 planes launched an attack lasting 114 days to try to win air superiority over Britain. The smaller Royal AirForce defeated the attack, stopping a German invasion during the Second World War.

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Battle of Passchendaele

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• Battle of Passchendaele, A.D. 1917

  

  History - Battles in World - Battle of Passchendaele

• British forces launched eight attacks over 102 days in heavyrain and through thick mud, gaining five miles and loosing 40,000 men.

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Battle of the Jutland

Battles in World

• Battle of the Jutland, A.D. 1916

  

  History - Battles in World - Battle of the Jutland

• The only first class naval engagement between the Englishand German fleets during the First World War. The Germans lost fewer ships but never again ventured out to sea.

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Battle of the Somme

Battles in World

• Battle of the Somme, A.D. 1916

  

  History - Battles in World - Battle of the Somme

• British and French offensive in the First World War, and one of the bloodiest battles in history. Lasted nearly five months and cost the Allies between 600,000 and 900,000 men for a maximum advance of only a few kilometers. German casualties were about 6 lakhs.

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