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Gurpurbs and Commemorations — Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A 1RA0
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Gurpurbs and Commemorations
Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies A · 1RA0
Gurpurbs and Commemorations
What you need to know
Evaluate different understandings of gurpurbs and commemorations: what they are, their history and their purpose.
Assess why gurpurbs and commemorations remain important for Sikhs today.
Explain the origins and meaning of key gurpurbs, such as Guru Nanak’s birthday and Vaisakhi, referencing accounts found in Gurbilas Patshahi 10.
Describe the origins and meaning of Divali and commemorations of martyrdom, including those of Guru Arjan and Guru Tagh Bahadur Ji.
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