Sikh Moral Duties

Sikhism is a practical religion, and one of the basics beliefs is that a good family life is essential for well being. Here the tradition of bathing in the Golden Temple's pool is passed down to the next generation of Sikh. However, many young Sikhs are finding new pressures from today's pop culture both in India and the West and are trading their cultural symbols for acceptance. Several western governments have recently placed bans on religious symbols in the work place directly affecting the Sikh community. For Sikhs, especially men, who are expected to never cut their hair or beards and to wear a turban, being true to their culture and fitting into society is a direct moral conflict.