Rites, Some Hindus believe in a "thread ceremony" for men. Amrit Sanchar (Being Initiated into the Khalsa. Equivalent to baptism). Identity of Jesus, N/A. Jesus is looked as a "saint". Sikhs do not believe that Jesus is God because Sikhism teaches that God is neither born, nor dead. read more
Sikhism was born out of Hinduism as were Buddhism, Jainism, Kabir Panthis etc. Sikhs believe in One God and call it OmkAra. Though commonly people believe that Hindus worship many Gods that too in images but it is not true. read more
This chart compares Sikhism and Hinduism on the basis of their philosophy, view of God, religious practices and beliefs, as well as principles and teachings. Both religions originated in the Indian subcontinent — Hinduism about 3,000 years ago and Sikhism in the second half of the last millennium. read more
Caste system: Sikhs have rejected the caste system of the Hindu religion. They believe that everyone has equal status in the eyes of God. This is a very important principle that permeates all Sikh beliefs, behaviors, and rituals. read more