Islam and Sikhism
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Week 6 Reflection
From the recorded lecture and readings this week, what are the central beliefs and practices of Islam and Sikhism?
The central beliefs of Islam are based on the Five Pillars of Islam, which are:
Shahada: declaration of faith in the oneness of God (Allah) and the prophethood of Muhammad.
Salat: performing five daily prayers facing towards the Kaaba in Mecca.
Zakat: giving charity to the poor and needy.
Sawm: fasting during the month of Ramadan.
Hajj: pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca at least once in a lifetime, if able to do so.
In addition to the Five Pillars, Muslims also believe in the ‘holy’ book of the Quran, which is considered the word of God as revealed to Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel. Muslims also follow the Hadith, which are the written sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad.
The central beliefs of Sikhism are based on the teachings of the Ten Sikh Gurus, as written in the ‘holy’ book of the Guru Granth Sahib.
The central practices of Sikhism are known as the Three Pillars of Sikhism, which are:
Naam Japo: meditating on the name of God.
Kirat Karo: earning a living honestly and through hard work.
Vand Chhako: sharing with others and giving to charity.
Sikhs believe in the concept of langar, which is a community kitchen where food is served to all, regardless of caste, creed, or religion. Sikhism also emphasizes the importance of seva, or selfless service to others. In addition to the Three Pillars, Sikhism also emphasizes the importance of the five Ks, which are five articles of faith that baptized Sikhs are expected to wear at all times: kesh (uncut hair), kangha (a wooden comb), kara (a steel bracelet), Kachera (cotton underwear), and kirpan (a small dagger).
What are nursing implications unique to Islam and Sikhism?
Muslim women need their bodies covered as much as possible during nursing and medical procedures. Whenever possible, offer male nurses to care for Male Muslim patients and female nurses to care for female Muslim patients.
Nurses should know that Muslim prepare to pilgrimage to Mecca, so they need to be watching for dehydration, communicable disease, and perform foot care.
A patient who is Sikh might desire to listen to a CD with hymns from Guru Granth Sahib. Sikhs will want the Gutka
, their small book of prayers with them. Sikhs wear unshorn hair, sword, shorts, comb, wrist ring).These should not be removed from the patient unless absolutely necessary (surgical asepsis, radiology). Hair should not be cut without permission of a Sikh and their family.
How are Judaism, Christianity, and Islam similar and dissimilar?
Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are three of the world's major religions, and while they share some similarities, they also have significant differences.
Similarities:
All three religions
believe in one God, who is the creator and sustainer of the universe.
trace their roots back to the prophet Abraham, who is considered the father of monotheism.
have holy books that guide their followers' beliefs and practices. Jews have the Torah, Christians have the Bible, and Muslims have the Quran.
emphasize the importance of prayer and worship.
have religious practices that involve giving to those in need, such as charity. Jews believe
that the Messiah has not yet come, Christians believe that Jesus was the Messiah, and Muslims believe that Muhammad was the final prophet.
Christianity and Islam believe in the concept of original sin, while Judaism does not.
The religions have different holy days and holidays. Jews celebrate Passover and Hanukkah, Christians celebrate Christmas and Easter, and Muslims celebrate Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. The religions have different beliefs about the afterlife. Christians believe in heaven and hell, while Muslims believe in paradise and hell, and Jews have varying beliefs depending on the denomination. The religions have different dietary laws. For example, Jews keep kosher, while Muslims follow halal, and Christians generally do not have dietary restrictions. The religions have different practices for prayer and worship. Jews pray at the Western Wall, Christians often worship in churches, and Muslims pray five times a day facing Mecca. How has what you learned about Islam and Sikhism relate to your vocation as nurse?
When I get a patient who is a Muslim or Sikh, I will apply what I have learned by applying the appropriate behaviors and nursing interventions when indicated. For example, I will not interrupt
a Muslim who prays 5 times a day facing Mecca. The Sikh may prefer same-gender healthcare providers and want as much privacy as possible while in hospital clothing.
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