Sikhism

Sikhism was founded in the late 15th century CE by Guru Nanak in the Punjab region of South Asia and developed under nine successive Gurus. Sikhs believe in one, formless God and emphasize devotion to God’s Name, honest work, service, and equality of all people. The Guru Granth Sahib, the Sikh scripture, is regarded as the eternal Guru.

Sikhism strongly rejects caste distinctions, ritualism, and idolatry. It has no pope or sacramental system like Catholicism and does not accept the Trinity or the divinity of Jesus, though it shares with Catholicism a deep concern for ethical living, charity, and community worship. Sikh practice often centers on the gurdwara (place of worship), communal meals (langar), and daily remembrance of God.