Guru Granth Sahib

Definition

The Guru Granth Sahib is the central religious scripture of Sikhism, regarded by Sikhs as the final, sovereign, and eternal living guru following the lineage of the ten human Gurus of the religion.

Analogy

Think of Guru Granth Sahib like a user manual for life in Sikhism. Just like how you would refer to a user manual to understand how to operate a new gadget or appliance, Sikhs refer to this holy book for spiritual guidance and understanding their faith.

Related terms

Guru Nanak: He was the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. His teachings form the basis for much of what is contained in Guru Granth Sahib.

Sikhism: A monotheistic religion that originated in Punjab region during 15th century India. It emphasizes equality among all people and rejects caste system.

Gurdwara: A place where Sikhs come together for congregational worship. The Guru Granth Sahib is kept here.