Investigating Sikh Worldviews
This volume about Sikhs continues the ‘Investigating Worldviews’ series with ideas and resources that bring lived religion to the classroom:
- Infographics giving essential demographic and other data.
- Results of a Sikh youth survey, giving qualitative and quantitative data on the views of Sikhs on what it means to be Sikh, the role of the Guru Granth Sahib in their lives, and contemporary issues.
- Multidisciplinary research task on the role and value of the gurdwara.
- Examination of the Japji on the nature of the Divine.
- How the lives and work of two modern Sikhs embody Sikh values.
- Unit on gender equality in Sikhi, supporting exam courses.
Select a topic to explore resources
- Investigating the data: Sikhs in the UK
- Understanding Sikh worldviews: listening to Sikh voices
- What is the role and impact of the Gurdwara on Sikhs and local communities?
- What does the Japji mean for Sikhs, and what does it say about the nature of the Divine?
- How do modern Sikh lives express the values and visions of the Gurus?
- How important is equality between men and women in Sikh teaching and practice?
Sources
- External2021 Census: Sikh identity in England and Wales
- External2018 British Sikh Report
- ExternalReport by Jagdev Virdee following the 2021 census (November 2022): Sikhs in England and Wales, Census of Population 2021, England and Wales
- ExternalHouse of Commons, data on Sikhs at work 'Contribution of Sikhs to the UK' debate pack (2019)
- ExternalBar Standards Board: 'Diversity at the Bar 2022', Section 4.5: Religion and belief (NB BSB ask us to point out the relatively high level of 'no information' responses for this section)
- ExternalLaw Society: 'Equality, diversity and inclusion report 2022'
- ExternalNational Statistics (ONS): 'UK armed forces biannual diversity statistics, October 2023'
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Student pages
- Internal
Investigating the data: Sikhs in the UK (IW05)Understanding the contributions of the Sikh community in the UK through demographic and cultural data analysis.
eResources
- External2.11 Sikh Youth Survey questionnaire
- External'Whose worldviews?' Free-to-use, interactive classroom resource developed by RE Today. Interactive version of 2.12 questionnaire with automated function to display responses graphically on a spidergram. Select 'Worldview Impact Spidergram'.
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- Internal
Sikh survey responses: moral issuesSikh survey responses on moral issues, exploring the influence of Sikh values on ethics. - Internal
Features of religion questionnaireFeatures of religion questionnaire, promoting understanding of diverse belief systems. - InternalFeatures of religion: personal response blank spidergraphPersonal response tool for exploring religion.
Student pages from book
- Internal
Sikh survey: some findingsExplore findings from a Sikh survey, revealing insights into beliefs, practices, and the significance of faith in the lives of young and older Sikhs. - Internal
What makes someone a Sikh? Survey responsesSurvey responses on Sikh identity, exploring beliefs and practices within the community. - Internal
Sikhs and community – survey responsesSurvey responses on Sikhs and community involvement, highlighting their values and contributions. - Internal
What do Sikhs see as the most important teachings?Survey responses on important Sikh teachings, enhancing understanding of their values. - InternalThe Guru Granth Sahib in Sikh life: commentsInsights into the Guru Granth Sahib's role in Sikh life, exploring its significance and impact.
- InternalHow much impact do Sikh beliefs have? Comments and figuresExploration of how Sikh beliefs impact daily life and community involvement.
- Internal
Sikh voices: a sampleSample of Sikh voices reflecting on faith and identity within the community. - Internal
What is hard about being a Sikh in Britain today? Survey responsesSurvey responses on the challenges Sikhs face in Britain, promoting understanding of diversity. - Internal
Contemporary issues among Sikhs: relationships. Survey responsesSurvey findings on Sikh relationships today.
Sources for data (in 3.1, 3.2, 3.4)
- ExternalClare Canning, ‘The Gurdwara in Britain’, Anthropological Journal of European Cultures 26:2 2017
- ExternalClare Canning ‘Understanding Sikh places of worship’ in Historic England Research, Issue 3, Summer 2016
- ExternalBritish Sikh Report 2022
- ExternalBritish Sikh Report 2023
- ExternalBritish Sikh Report 2013
- ExternalSingh, J (2014) ‘House of the Guru? Young British Sikhs' engagement with gurdwaras’. Journal of Punjab Studies, 21 (1) pp. 41–54.
eResources
- External3.7 Some teachings on sewa from the Guru Granth Sahib
- External3.8 Impact of Gurdwaras on the local community (comments from 2019 parliamentary debate and our 2023 Sikh youth survey), 2 pages
- External3.10 List of evidence and case studies; list of the numbered resources supporting this section, for reference
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- InternalCase study 3: Sikh food bankCase study on Sikh food bank's community role.
- Internal
Research report: analysing the evidence – worksheet BQBA5 (6.7)A research report on analysing data related to big questions in RE, supporting critical thinking, inquiry, and evidence-based learning.
Student pages
- InternalData on Gurdwaras in BritainStatistical overview of Gurdwaras in Britain.
- Internal3.2 How and why do young Sikhs get involved with the Gurdwara? (p. 19)
- InternalWhy do Sikhs attend the Gurdwara?Reasons for Sikh attendance at Gurdwaras explored.
- InternalCase study 1: the Gurdwara in BritainCase study on a Gurdwara's community impact.
- InternalCase study 2: The role of the Gurdwara for SikhsGurdwara's role in Sikh community support explored.
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What does the Japji mean for Sikhs? (IW05)Discover the significance of the Japji Sahib in Sikhism, focusing on its spiritual guidance and ethical teachings for Sikhs.
External links
- ExternalBhagat Puran Singh and the Pingalwara: Pingalwara UK website
- ExternalBhagat Puran Singh and the Pingalwara: Life of Bhagat Puran Singh on All India Pingalwara Charitable Society (Regd) Amritsar website
- ExternalHope & Compassion, co-founded by Manni Kaur: Charity website
- ExternalHope & Compassion, co-founded by Manni Kaur: YouTube clip about the charity's work (as suggested on p. 29 'Thinking things through')
- ExternalHope & Compassion, co-founded by Manni Kaur: Charity Facebook page
- ExternalGuru Granth Sahib English translation by Dr Sant Singh Khalsa
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Love where no-one else wishes to loveReflecting on compassion and resilience through stories of selfless love, inspiring empathy in challenging contexts.
Student pages
- InternalHow did Bhagat Puran Singh embody the Sikh idea of service?Case study on Bhagat Puran Singh's service.
- InternalHow did Manni Kaur’s life change through the inspiration of Sikh teaching?Case study on Manni Kaur's transformation through Sikh teachings.
- InternalEveryday lived Sikhi: putting teachings into practiceEveryday Sikhi: applying teachings in daily life.
External links: Listed under 'Further reading' on p. 29
- ExternalNicola Mooney (2020) 'In our whole society, there is no equality'
- ExternalEleanor Nesbitt (2019) 'Woman seems to be given her proper place'
- ExternalSikh Research Institute survey: 'Women and gender in Sikhi: state of the Panth' (YouTube) (p. 29 of the book mentions that to some the Institute seems to be regarded as a controversial organisation)
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- InternalThe ideal and the real: contemporary voicesContemporary views on spiritual leadership in Sikhism.
Student pages
- InternalWhat do Sikh teachings tell us about equality between men and women?Sikh teachings on gender equality explored.
- InternalWomen and equality in the Guru Granth Sahib and in historyGuru Granth Sahib on women and equality explored.
Select a topic to explore resources
Investigating the data: Sikhs in the UKUnderstanding Sikh worldviews: listening to Sikh voicesWhat is the role and impact of the Gurdwara on Sikhs and local communities?What does the Japji mean for Sikhs, and what does it say about the nature of the Divine?How do modern Sikh lives express the values and visions of the Gurus?How important is equality between men and women in Sikh teaching and practice?
Sources
- External2021 Census: Sikh identity in England and Wales
- External2018 British Sikh Report
- ExternalReport by Jagdev Virdee following the 2021 census (November 2022): Sikhs in England and Wales, Census of Population 2021, England and Wales
- ExternalHouse of Commons, data on Sikhs at work 'Contribution of Sikhs to the UK' debate pack (2019)
- ExternalBar Standards Board: 'Diversity at the Bar 2022', Section 4.5: Religion and belief (NB BSB ask us to point out the relatively high level of 'no information' responses for this section)
- ExternalLaw Society: 'Equality, diversity and inclusion report 2022'
- ExternalNational Statistics (ONS): 'UK armed forces biannual diversity statistics, October 2023'
Member Only Content
Student pages
- Internal Investigating the data: Sikhs in the UK (IW05)Understanding the contributions of the Sikh community in the UK through demographic and cultural data analysis.
eResources
- External2.11 Sikh Youth Survey questionnaire
- External'Whose worldviews?' Free-to-use, interactive classroom resource developed by RE Today. Interactive version of 2.12 questionnaire with automated function to display responses graphically on a spidergram. Select 'Worldview Impact Spidergram'.
Member Only Content
Links
- Internal Sikh survey responses: moral issuesSikh survey responses on moral issues, exploring the influence of Sikh values on ethics.
- Internal Features of religion questionnaireFeatures of religion questionnaire, promoting understanding of diverse belief systems.
- InternalFeatures of religion: personal response blank spidergraphPersonal response tool for exploring religion.
Student pages from book
- Internal Sikh survey: some findingsExplore findings from a Sikh survey, revealing insights into beliefs, practices, and the significance of faith in the lives of young and older Sikhs.
- Internal What makes someone a Sikh? Survey responsesSurvey responses on Sikh identity, exploring beliefs and practices within the community.
- Internal Sikhs and community – survey responsesSurvey responses on Sikhs and community involvement, highlighting their values and contributions.
- Internal What do Sikhs see as the most important teachings?Survey responses on important Sikh teachings, enhancing understanding of their values.
- InternalThe Guru Granth Sahib in Sikh life: commentsInsights into the Guru Granth Sahib's role in Sikh life, exploring its significance and impact.
- InternalHow much impact do Sikh beliefs have? Comments and figuresExploration of how Sikh beliefs impact daily life and community involvement.
- Internal Sikh voices: a sampleSample of Sikh voices reflecting on faith and identity within the community.
- Internal What is hard about being a Sikh in Britain today? Survey responsesSurvey responses on the challenges Sikhs face in Britain, promoting understanding of diversity.
- Internal Contemporary issues among Sikhs: relationships. Survey responsesSurvey findings on Sikh relationships today.
Sources for data (in 3.1, 3.2, 3.4)
- ExternalClare Canning, ‘The Gurdwara in Britain’, Anthropological Journal of European Cultures 26:2 2017
- ExternalClare Canning ‘Understanding Sikh places of worship’ in Historic England Research, Issue 3, Summer 2016
- ExternalBritish Sikh Report 2022
- ExternalBritish Sikh Report 2023
- ExternalBritish Sikh Report 2013
- ExternalSingh, J (2014) ‘House of the Guru? Young British Sikhs' engagement with gurdwaras’. Journal of Punjab Studies, 21 (1) pp. 41–54.
eResources
- Internal3.7 Some teachings on sewa from the Guru Granth Sahib
- Internal3.8 Impact of Gurdwaras on the local community (comments from 2019 parliamentary debate and our 2023 Sikh youth survey), 2 pages
- Internal3.10 List of evidence and case studies; list of the numbered resources supporting this section, for reference
Member Only Content
Links
- InternalCase study 3: Sikh food bankCase study on Sikh food bank's community role.
- Internal Research report: analysing the evidence – worksheet BQBA5 (6.7)A research report on analysing data related to big questions in RE, supporting critical thinking, inquiry, and evidence-based learning.
Student pages
- InternalData on Gurdwaras in BritainStatistical overview of Gurdwaras in Britain.
- Internal3.2 How and why do young Sikhs get involved with the Gurdwara? (p. 19)
- InternalWhy do Sikhs attend the Gurdwara?Reasons for Sikh attendance at Gurdwaras explored.
- InternalCase study 1: the Gurdwara in BritainCase study on a Gurdwara's community impact.
- InternalCase study 2: The role of the Gurdwara for SikhsGurdwara's role in Sikh community support explored.
Member Only Content
Student pages
- Internal What does the Japji mean for Sikhs? (IW05)Discover the significance of the Japji Sahib in Sikhism, focusing on its spiritual guidance and ethical teachings for Sikhs.
External links
- ExternalBhagat Puran Singh and the Pingalwara: Pingalwara UK website
- ExternalBhagat Puran Singh and the Pingalwara: Life of Bhagat Puran Singh on All India Pingalwara Charitable Society (Regd) Amritsar website
- ExternalHope & Compassion, co-founded by Manni Kaur: Charity website
- ExternalHope & Compassion, co-founded by Manni Kaur: YouTube clip about the charity's work (as suggested on p. 29 'Thinking things through')
- ExternalHope & Compassion, co-founded by Manni Kaur: Charity Facebook page
- ExternalGuru Granth Sahib English translation by Dr Sant Singh Khalsa
Member Only Content
Links
- Internal Love where no-one else wishes to loveReflecting on compassion and resilience through stories of selfless love, inspiring empathy in challenging contexts.
Student pages
- InternalHow did Bhagat Puran Singh embody the Sikh idea of service?Case study on Bhagat Puran Singh's service.
- InternalHow did Manni Kaur’s life change through the inspiration of Sikh teaching?Case study on Manni Kaur's transformation through Sikh teachings.
- InternalEveryday lived Sikhi: putting teachings into practiceEveryday Sikhi: applying teachings in daily life.
External links: Listed under 'Further reading' on p. 29
- ExternalNicola Mooney (2020) 'In our whole society, there is no equality'
- ExternalEleanor Nesbitt (2019) 'Woman seems to be given her proper place'
- ExternalSikh Research Institute survey: 'Women and gender in Sikhi: state of the Panth' (YouTube) (p. 29 of the book mentions that to some the Institute seems to be regarded as a controversial organisation)
Member Only Content
Links
- InternalThe ideal and the real: contemporary voicesContemporary views on spiritual leadership in Sikhism.
Student pages
- InternalWhat do Sikh teachings tell us about equality between men and women?Sikh teachings on gender equality explored.
- InternalWomen and equality in the Guru Granth Sahib and in historyGuru Granth Sahib on women and equality explored.
