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| the religion and practices of the Sikhs. |
| Sikh·ism (sēk'ĭz'əm) n. A monotheistic religion founded in northern India in the 16th century by the guru Nanak. Sikhism rejects caste distinctions, idolatry, and asceticism and is characterized by belief in a cycle of reincarnation from which humans can free themselves by living righteous lives as active members of society. |