Sikhism Today - Paperback

by Jagbir Jhutti-Johal (Author)

This new introduction to Sikhism aims to introduce this increasingly studied religion through the lens of contemporary issues.Illustrated throughout with examples and case studies taken from lived religion, each chapter attempts to interpret the teachings of Sikhism in a modern context and apply them to modern day scenarios. After an initial chapter providing an overview of the Sikh religion, its history and basic theological tenets, Jagbir Jhutti-Johal moves through key contemporary themes, often overlooked in other introductions: Sikhism and women, diaspora, bioethics, and ethics and morality.She concludes with a final section looking at the future for Sikhism, its relevance in modern times, and what Sikhism can contribute to society in terms of inter-religious dialogue and harmony between different communities.

Author Biography

Jagbir Jhutti-Johal is Lecturer in Sikh Studies at the University of Birmingham, UK, in the School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion.