Attitudes to Holy War — Sikhism — Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B 1RB0
Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B · 1RB0
Attitudes to Holy War
What you need to know
Explain Sikh teachings on war and peace as portrayed in the Guru Granth Sahib.
Analyze the concept of the saint-soldier (Sant-Sipahi), referencing Bhai Nand's Tankah Nama, alongside teachings on avoiding killing and recognizing when fighting is a duty.
Evaluate non-religious attitudes towards Holy War and explain Sikh responses to them.