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Home | Religious Education

Sikhism

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Sikh beliefs and values

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The Selfless Sikh: Faith on the Frontline

The Selfless Sikh: Faith on the Frontline

BBC One | 2016 | 29'32''

Documentary following Ravi Singh, a Sikh charity worker who, inspired by his religious principles, puts his life on the line to hel...

Issues: Belief and Abortion | Belief File

Issues: Belief and Abortion | Belief File

BBC Two | 1998 | 18'28''

This programme looks at abortion from the Christian and Sikh perspectives.

Sikhism: Equality and Respect | Belief File

Sikhism: Equality and Respect | Belief File

BBC Two | 2000 | 18'42''

Young British Sikh's explain and discuss the importance of equality and respect in Sikhism.

3: Sikhism | My Life, My Religion

3: Sikhism | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 29'01''

What does it mean to be a Sikh? 11-year-old Simran explains her religion of Sikhism and young brothers Taran and Joven take the life-changi...

Introduction to Sikhism | My Life, My Religion

Introduction to Sikhism | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 3'04''

An introduction to the most fundamental beliefs and practices of Sikhism.

Sikhism: God, Oneness and Equality | Pathways of Belief

Sikhism: God, Oneness and Equality | Pathways of Belief

BBC Two | 1997 | 14'32''

Simranjit shows her family's holy book and how Sikhs worship at home and in the Gurdwara. She explains the importance...

Guru Granth Sahib | My Life, My Religion

Guru Granth Sahib | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 3'47''

A Sikh child explains the role of the Guru Granth Sahib in Sikh worship and the way in which it is treated by Sikhs.

My Turban and Me

My Turban and Me

BBC One | 2018 | 31'43''

Comedian Sanjeev Kohli explores the importance of wearing the Sikh turban in modern Britain and investigates why it is becoming more popular with young people.

A short history of money | KS4 Curriculum Bites

A short history of money | KS4 Curriculum Bites

BBC Two | 2007 | 3'09''

Around 30 million people die of hunger each year - should this make us angry? What should Christians do with their money? Sho...

Sikhism: Baisakhi and Commitment | Pathways of Belief

Sikhism: Baisakhi and Commitment | Pathways of Belief

BBC Two | 1997 | 14'28''

Sahib looks at the Baisakhi festival celebrating the Khalsa group of Sikhs plus their joining ceremony, ''taking Amrit'...

Guru Nanak and the boulder | My Life, My Religion

Guru Nanak and the boulder | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 3'04''

A Sikh teacher tells a story from the life of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru, and explains what it teaches.

The Five Ks | My Life, My Religion

The Five Ks | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 5'18''

A Sikh child explains the meaning behind the five Ks worn by Sikhs.

Sikhism: Commitment and Diversity | Belief File

Sikhism: Commitment and Diversity | Belief File

BBC Two | 2000 | 18'37''

Young British Sikh's explain and discuss the importance of diversity in Sikhism.

To Topknot or Not? | Snaps

To Topknot or Not? | Snaps

CBBC | 2021 | 9'47''

Will Jag choose to fit in with his mates and cut his hair, or step up and wear a turban?

Vaisakhi | My Life, My Religion

Vaisakhi | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 3'07''

Vaisakhi, which celebrates the creation of the Khalsa, is one of the most important Sikh festivals.

The Khalsa | My Life, My Religion

The Khalsa | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 2'08''

The story behind the creation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh.

Gurdwara | My Life, My Religion

Gurdwara | My Life, My Religion

BBC Two | 2015 | 2'55''

What does it mean to be a Sikh? 11-year-old Simran explains her religion of Sikhism.

Young, Sikh and Proud (Full Programme) |

Young, Sikh and Proud (Full Programme) |

BBC One | 2020 | 44'08''

Sunny Hundal explores the legacy of his late brother Jagraj Singh, a prominent Sikh leader, and asks if a rise in religious activism...

Sarbat da Bhala | The Selfless Sikh: Faith on the Frontline

Sarbat da Bhala | The Selfless Sikh: Faith on the Frontline

BBC One | 2016 | 1'39''

A Sikh charity worker explains how his faith has inspired him to help others.

Awakening | The Selfless Sikh: Faith on the Frontline

Awakening | The Selfless Sikh: Faith on the Frontline

BBC One | 2016 | 1'50''

A Sikh charity worker explains how the loss of a close friend led to his religious awakening and life of service.

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Vaisakhi

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A feast at the Golden Temple | Sacred Wonders

A feast at the Golden Temple | Sacred Wonders

BBC One | 2019 | 5'13''

At the Golden Temple in Amritsar, volunteers prepare food for thousands of worshippers celebrating Vaisakhi.

Vaisakhi in Amritsar | Sacred Wonders

Vaisakhi in Amritsar | Sacred Wonders

BBC One | 2019 | 8'49''

The Sikh festival of Vaisakhi in Amritsar.

The origins of Vaisakhi | The Story of Vaisakhi

The origins of Vaisakhi | The Story of Vaisakhi

BBC One | 2011 | 4'18''

A look at the origins of the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi and the key beliefs of Sikhism.

Vaisakhi | My First Festivals

Vaisakhi | My First Festivals

CBeebies | 2020 | 13'55''

In this episode, we follow Amardas as he celebrates the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi with his family. Amardas attends the Punjabi school where he ...

Vaisakhi Langar | The Story of Vaisakhi

Vaisakhi Langar | The Story of Vaisakhi

BBC One | 2011 | 1'03''

The Sikh tradition of langar is an important part of the festival of Vaisakhi.

Vaisakhi Celebrations | The Story of Vaisakhi

Vaisakhi Celebrations | The Story of Vaisakhi

BBC One | 2011 | 4'42''

In Britain, celebrations of the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi have grown in size and popularity.

Women in Sikhism | The Story of Vaisakhi

Women in Sikhism | The Story of Vaisakhi

BBC One | 2011 | 2'15''

Equality of the sexes has always been an ideal of Sikhism, but one the religion has not always lived up to.

Sewa | The Story of Vaisakhi

Sewa | The Story of Vaisakhi

BBC One | 2011 | 2'13''

A look at the Sikh tradition of langar and the charitable works that it has inspired.

The Five Ks | The Story of Vaisakhi

The Five Ks | The Story of Vaisakhi

BBC One | 2011 | 2'46''

Guru Gobind Singh established the idea that Sikhs should observe the Five Ks, which embody the idea of the Saint Soldier.

4: Looking for Love | A Believer’s Guide to…

4: Looking for Love | A Believer’s Guide to…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2022 | 42'56''

Thirty-three-year-old Kiran is looking for a life partner and has decided to lean on her Sikh faith and community to...

4: Married, Sikh and Wanting a Baby | Love, Faith and Me

4: Married, Sikh and Wanting a Baby | Love, Faith and Me

PSHE | BBC One | 2023 | 44'37''

Sarina and Vik have always wanted children, but after two miscarriages and three years of trying, they are seeking m...

Sikh | Being…

Sikh | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 39'58''

British Sikhs celebrate some of life's biggest moments, from birth and coming of age to marriage and the end of life.

Vesak | My First Festivals

Vesak | My First Festivals

Religious Education | CBeebies | 2020 | 13'43''

In this episode, we follow twins Art and Enda as they celebrate the Buddhist festival of Vesak. Art and Enda begin at the park, where they learn a...

Michael Palin’s Himalaya: Journey of a Lifetime

Michael Palin’s Himalaya: Journey of a Lifetime

Buddhism | BBC Two | 2020 | 1'28'59''

Michael Palin revisits his fifth travel series - a journey to explore the Himalaya. Crossing the border into India, he ...

Death and reincarnation | Being…

Death and reincarnation | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 6'51''

A discussion of Sikh traditions and beliefs about death.

Love and marriage | Being…

Love and marriage | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 2'11''

Sikh couples discuss their experiences of love and marriage.

Sikh funeral | Being…

Sikh funeral | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 3'55''

An exploration of Sikh funeral traditions.

Anand Karaj | Being…

Anand Karaj | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 5'39''

A Sikh couple discuss the Anand Karaj, their Sikh marriage ceremony.

Dastar Bandi | Being…

Dastar Bandi | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 4'42''

Ansh discusses his experiences of Dastar Bandi, the ceremony which marked the beginning of him wearing the turban.

Naming ceremony | Being…

Naming ceremony | Being…

Religious Education | BBC One | 2021 | 5'18''

A Sikh family discuss the importance of the Sikh naming ceremony.

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