The religion of Sikhism emerged in the Punjab, India in the 15th century as a response to its current religious beliefs. Founded by Guru Nanak Dev, ten gurus shaped the faith from 1469 to 1708. A ‘Sikh’ translates to one who is a seeker, learner, disciple, or student.
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