Sikhism and converts?

Question

My kids (who know more about comparative religion than me) say that you cannot convert to being a sikh, you have to be born a sikh.

Is this correct?

Answer 1

I think so
http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/hard-talk/5430-can-one-convert-to-sikhism.html

the only Religion that I have know you cannot convert to is Zoroastrian. They are similar and come from the same region so maybe their is some confusion.


Nanak taught that rituals, religious ceremonies or empty worship is of little use and Sikhs are discouraged from fasting or going on pilgrimages.[35] However, during the period of the later gurus, and due to increased institutionalisation of the religion, some ceremonies and rites did arise. Sikhism is not a proselytising religion and most Sikhs do not make active attempts to gain converts. However, converts to Sikhism are welcomed, although there is no formal conversion ceremony.

Answer 2

I heard thats true about judaism aswel. I'm not sure if that's true though.