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Sikhism: Peace and Conflict

Sikh attitudes to conflict

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Overview

Greed, pride and other causes of conflict, its harms to society, Zafarnama 22 on the use of force, situation ethics, Humanist and atheist claims about religion, and settling disputes within the community.

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Who and when

What is conflict, and what causes it according to Sikh teaching?

Key term

What is conflict, as Sikhs understand it?

Who and when

What causes conflict, according to Sikh teaching?

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  1. 1

    What is conflict, as Sikhs understand it?

    Model answer

    Conflict is a serious disagreement or struggle between people, groups or nations. Conflict can range from arguments to war.

  2. 2

    What causes conflict, according to Sikh teaching?

    Model answer

    Sikhs trace conflict to haumai and to greed, anger and pride. Injustice and oppression also provoke conflict.

  3. 3

    What causes of conflict beyond greed and pride do Sikhs recognise?

    Model answer

    Sikhs recognise disputes over land, resources, politics and religion. Nationalism and old grievances also fuel conflict.

  4. 4

    What problems does conflict cause within society, according to Sikhs?

    Model answer

    Conflict causes death, injury, homelessness and refugees. Conflict also breeds hatred that can last for generations.

  5. 5

    What is the Zafarnama?

    Model answer

    The Zafarnama is a letter in Persian from Guru Gobind Singh to the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The letter condemns the emperor's broken promises.

  6. 6

    What does Zafarnama 22 teach about the use of force?

    Model answer

    Zafarnama 22 teaches that when all other means have failed, it is right to take up the sword. Force is justified only as a last resort.

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