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SEWA (service). SIKHISM – KS2. The Big Question. What does Sewa (service) mean to Sikhs?. What do you think this building is used for?. What does Sewa (service) mean to Sikhs?. ‘How could a building provide service to the community?’. Some rooms are set up for worship like this one
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SEWA (service) SIKHISM – KS2
The Big Question What does Sewa (service) mean to Sikhs?
What does Sewa (service) mean to Sikhs? ‘How could a building provide service to the community?’
Some rooms are set up for worship like this one but other rooms have a different use
What might this room be used for? What might this tell us about Sikh views on service to others?
At the end of every service a meal is prepared for the community in special kitchens at the Gurdwara What might this tell us about Sikhism? Sikhs believe in sharing.
Sikh Values & Practices Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism began this practice – he believed that everyone should be treated as equals. • Hard work in an honest job • Daily Prayers & Meditation • Sharing with the needy • SEWA – service without a return LANGAR – Free Community Kitchen (everyone sits together and shares a meal after services no matter who you are) Think of 5 reasons why this meal sharing might be a good idea. Why is it important that everyone serves in the kitchen at some stage?
Sikh Values & Practices Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, believed that everyone should be treated as equals. • Sewais serving others without expecting any return. Why do Sikhs not expect anything in return? What might this tell people about Sikhs and Sikhism?