It was founded by Guru Nanak and is based on his teachings, and those of the 9 Sikh gurus who followed him. The most important thing in Sikhism is the internal religious state of the individual. Sikhs believe that the way to lead a good life is to: keep God in heart and mind at all times.

How does Sikhism impact society?

Sikhism stresses service to others and views the primary task in life as helping the poor, needy, and oppressed. Selfless service is conceived as service to the entire human race irrespective of caste, color, creed, gender or country.

What did Sikhism influence?

Influenced by the devotional emphasis of bhakti Hinduism and Sufi Islam, Sikhism stresses the unity, truth, and creativity of a personal God and urges union with him through meditation on his title, the Name (Nam), and surrender to his will.