Vaisakhi Sikh festival which marks the birthday of the Khalsa nation.
Diwali Festival of lights which marks the arrival of the sixthy Guru , Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji at Amritsar after being released from internment.
Gurpurbs mark birthdays, martyrdoms and connected occasions.
the Five Beloved OnES
Panj Pyare -The first five ordained into the new order of the Khalsa.Namely, Bhai Daya Singh, Bhai Dharam Singh, Bhai Himmat Singh. Bhai Sahib Singh And Bhai Mohkam Singh.
THe Five K's or Kakkars
KESH or uncut hair.Hair are God given and the natural order of god. By keeping unshorn hair in a natural way is acceptance of God's wil and by doing so a Sikh confirms his faith in God's wisdom
KANGHA A wooden comb. A special wooden comb , symbo of cleanliness and care.
KARA An iron bangle. A symbol of strength. unity a bond with the Guru of an ideal behaviour. A constant reminder of handcuffs if tempted by geed , lust, love, anger or egoism
KIRPAN A small sword.A symbol of righteousness.For the first time in the history of mankind, Guru Gobind Singh Ji restricted the use of the sword for defence only. Never to be used for offence. It is used only for the defenceless and weak.
KACHHEHRA A special pair of shorts which are symbolic of a high moral character and are a very comfortable pair of shorts.
FOUR CHIEF VICES
An initated Sikh must not indulge in any of the following chief vices;
1.Removing hair from any part of he body
2.Using intoxicants(cigarettes,alcohol, any form of tobacco etc
3.Eating of Kutha or meat
4.Committing adultery
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