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GCSE Religious Studies · key term
The Sikh ideal of working for the wellbeing of everyone.
Used by Edexcel
Specification 1.7 · Paper 2
Revise: Sewa and Service to OthersThe reason for this outward emphasis is that need, rather than religious identity, should determine who receives help. It expresses sarbat da bhalla, working for everyone's wellbeing. Providing food without requiring people to adopt Sikh beliefs demonstrates service rather than using assistance to gain converts.
Specification 4.8 · Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3
The welfare of all: a Sikh ideal of seeking everyone’s well-being, not only that of Sikhs.
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Its work expresses sarbat da bhalla, the welfare of all. Assistance is not restricted to Sikhs: people’s need, rather than their religion or nationality, is central. Such service reduces immediate suffering and helps preserve dignity.
