Introduction to Sikhism

1.00 credits · Undergraduate

This course offers an introduction to the historical, cultural, and religious context in which Sikhism emerged in Punjab at the turn of the 16th century, as well as an exploration of how this tradition evolved in South Asia and around the world until today. It will consider Sikh worldviews, beliefs, ritual, practices, and institutions, with a special emphasis on Sikhism in Canada.