Prohibitions in Sikhism
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- Non-logical behaviour: Superstitions and rituals not meaningful to Sikhs; (pilgrimages, fasting and bathing in rivers; circumcision; worship of graves, idols, pictures; compulsory wearing of the veil for women; etc.) Compare to the Five Ks of Sikhism.
- Material obsession: (“Maya”) Accumulation of materials have no meaning in Sikhism. Wealth, gold, portfolios, stocks, commodities, and properties will all be left here on Earth when you depart. Do not get attached to them.
- Sacrifice of creatures: Sati – widows throwing themselves in the funeral pyre of their husbands; lamb and calf slaughter to celebrate holy occasions; etc are forbidden.
- Non-family-oriented living: A sikh is not allowed to live a recluse, beggar, yogi, monk, nun, or life of celibacy, etc.
- Worthless talk: bragging, gossip, lying, etc are not permitted.
- Intoxication: Drinking alcohol; using drugs; smoking tobacco; consumption of other intoxicants, etc.
- Priestly class: Sikhs do not have to depend on a priest for any of the functions that need to be performed.
See also Sikhism and Sikh religious philosophy.