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In the period of the 10 Guru Gobind Singh, regulations
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were added into Sikhism that made the image of the Sikhs more
outstanding than the other Indian groups. These regulations are:

1. Guru Bobind Singh’s announcement that declared
there would be no more prophets after him. Instead, the Holy Book,
which compiled all the beliefs and practices on the dharma, was
designated as the literal embodiment of the eternal, non-person Guru
of Sikhism under the name, “Sri Guru Granth Sahib” and was to be
worshipped by the Sikhs onward.
2. The establishment of the Amrit Sanskar Ceremony
of baptism by the drinking of sweet nectar (Amrita.) It is the Khalsa
initiation ceremony to become a devoted Sikh, at the highest level.

3. The Five Articles of Faith (pañj kakkē or the 5 Ks) 2
which all baptized Sikhs are required to have on them at all times:

(1) Kēs, is to never cut the hair on all parts of the body
because it given by God according to the rule of nature.
(2) Kaṅghā, is a small wooden comb for cleaning the
hair, symbolizing body care.

(3) Kaccha or Kacchera, is an undergarment of cotton
boxer shorts worn to help move quickly, (riding of horses) and for
a modesty cover.

(4) Kaṛā, a circular steel or iron bracelet, a circular
symbol of endurance and a reminder for preventing an act of sin.
(5) Kirpān, is a sword or a dagger, made of steel for
self-protection and to protect others.
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1 The Granthi (Giani) sits in waiting and to facilitate the adherents
who attend the sermon
2-3 The Granthi is performing the Ardas prayer with all the devout
Sikhs to dedicate all the merit for the happiness of all living creatures.

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