naam karan

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    • What is the Sikh naming ceremony called?
      The Naam Karan Ceremony
    • Why is the Naam Karan Ceremony considered a rite of passage?
      It marks a key moment in the baby’s life
    • When does the family typically hold the Naam Karan Ceremony?
      About two weeks after the baby is born
    • What is the significance of the sangat during the ceremony?
      The baby is welcomed into the local Sikh community
    • What do everyone present do when entering the diwan hall?
      Bow before The Guru Granth Sahib
    • What do the parents usually offer to the gurdwara during the ceremony?
      They may pay for the langar or provide karah prashad
    • How does the karah prashad symbolize equality?
      It is eaten from the same bowl with equal ingredients
    • What is a romalla used for in the ceremony?
      To cover The Guru Granth Sahib
    • What does the baby wear during the ceremony?
      A kara, symbolizing the eternal nature of God
    • Who wrote the Mool Mantra?
      Nanak
    • What does the granthi do during the ceremony?
      Recites the first 5 verses of the Japji prayer
    • Why is the Mool Mantra important in the ceremony?
      It reminds Sikhs of God’s nature and qualities
    • What is amrit and what does it symbolize?
      It is a blessing symbolizing the sweetness of Sikh teachings
    • What do the parents hope for their child during the ceremony?
      That the child will grow up to be a true Sikh
    • What does the hymn from GGS 396 celebrate?
      The joy of the baby's birth
    • How is the baby's name determined during the ceremony?
      By opening The GGS at random and using the first letter
    • What is the Anand Sahib prayer about?
      It is a prayer of bliss and joy
    • What is the significance of the Ardas prayer in the ceremony?
      It is a prayer of supplication and gratitude
    • What surnames may be used in Sikh naming ceremonies?
      Singh or Kaur
    • Why were the surnames Singh and Kaur introduced?
      To help eliminate the caste system
    • How do Sikh first names promote equality?
      Many Sikh first names are unisex
    • What is the purpose of eating in the langar hall after the ceremony?
      It promotes the belief in the oneness of humanity
    • What are the key components of the Naam Karan Ceremony?
      • Welcoming the baby into the sangat
      • Bowing before The Guru Granth Sahib
      • Offering langar or karah prashad
      • Reciting the Mool Mantra
      • Naming the baby through hukam
      • Singing The Anand Sahib prayer
      • Sharing karah prashad
      • Eating in the langar hall
    • What are the symbols of equality in the Naam Karan Ceremony?
      • Karah prashad eaten from the same bowl
      • Langar served to all attendees
      • Unisex first names
      • Use of surnames Singh and Kaur
    • What is the significance of the offerings made during the Naam Karan Ceremony?
      • Reinforces the belief in equality
      • Shows respect for The Guru Granth Sahib
      • Supports the gurdwara community
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