One of the 'Five K's', what name is given to the strapped sword that must be worn by all Sikhs?
Kirpan Kirpan The kirpan is a sword or small dagger, originating from the Indian subcontinent, carried by Sikhs. It is also part of a religious commandment given by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, in which he demanded that Sikhs must wear the five articles of faith (the five Ks) at all times, the kirpan being one of five Ks. The Punjabi word "kirpan" has two roots: "kirpa", meaning "mercy", "grace", "compassion" or "kindness"; and "aanaa", meaning "honor", "grace" or "dignity". Sikhs are expected to embody the qualities of a "Sant Sipahi" or "saint-soldier" with the courage to defend the rights of
The Five Ks history is Bhai Taru Singh, who was martyred when he refused to get his Kesh cut. A Kangha is a small wooden comb that Sikhs use twice a day. It is supposed to be worn only in the hair and at all times. Combs help to clean and remove tangles from the hair, and is a symbol of cleanliness. Combing their hair reminds Sikhs that their lives should be tidy and organized. The comb keeps the hair tidy, a symbol of not just accepting what God has given, but also an injunction to maintain it with grace. The Guru Granth