Whay sardarjis wear pagdis?

Question

By Pagdis I mean the turban which they wear on the hear

Answer 1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turban_(Sikhism)

The Turban is closely associated with Sikhism. Sikhism is the only religion in the world in which wearing a turban is mandatory. Vast majority of people who wear turbans in the Western countries are Sikhs. However, it is not uncommon to see Hindu males from Punjab wearing turbans signifying their close relationship with Sikhism. The Sikh pagṛī (ਪਗੜੀ) is also called dastār (ਦਸਤਾਰ), which is a more respectful word in Punjabi for the turban.

Sikhs are famous for their distinctive turbans. The turban represents respectability, and is a sign of nobility. Guru Gobind Singh gave all of his Sikhs turbans to recognize the high moral status that the Khalsa has to adhere to. A turbaned Sikh stands out from the crowd and is easily recognizable. The dastaar, as the Sikh turban is commonly known as is an article of faith. This was made mandatory by the founders of Khalsa and all baptised Sikhs are required to wear a Dastaar. It is not to be regarded as mere cultural paraphernalia.

Answer 2

The covering of hair with turban was made official by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Guru of Sikhs. The main reason is to preserve the Sikh identity. Sikhs are only 2% of India’s population, if Sikhs do not wear turban, they would be lost in the crowd of Hindus and Muslims. No one will be able to identify a Sikh. Upon establishing turban as a Sikh identity Guru Gobind Singh Ji said, “My Sikh will be recognized among millions”.

In addition, the people from high class wear turban and were called sardars (leaders). This segregated people from high and low classes. So in order to eliminate the class system associated with turban, Guru Gobind Singh Ji made each and every Sikh a sardar. He also rejected class system by giving all Sikh the last name Singh and Kaur.

Furthermore, Sikhs do not cut their hair and the turban protects the hair from dust. Some people might ask the question that if Sikhs cover their hair on head, why don’t they cover their beard? The only reason one would cover his beard is to protect it from dirt. But dirt is not a big problem for beard. The beard can be cleaned very easily while washing the face. -

Answer 3

The Turban is closely associated with Sikhism which he/she consider more than his life. Wearing of turban is mandatory for the sikhs The turban represents respectability, and is a sign of nobility. Guru Gobind Singh gave all of his Sikhs turbans to recognize the high moral status that the Khalsa has to adhere to. A turbaned Sikh stands out from the crowd and is easily recognizable. This was made mandatory by the founders of Khalsa. The turban as well as the other articles of faith worn by Sikhs have an immense spiritual as well as temporal significance. The symbolisms of wearing a turban are many from it being regarded as a symbol of sovereignty, dedication, self-respect, courage and piety but the reason all practicing Sikhs wear the turban is just one - out of love and obedience of the wishes of the founders of their faith. The turban is Guru's gift . It is a signal to others that sikhs live in the image of Infinity and are dedicated to serving all. The Sikh Gurus sought to end all caste distinctions and vehemently opposed stratification of society by any means. They diligently worked to create an egalitarian society dedicated to justice and equality. The turban is certainly a gift of love from the founders of the Sikh religion and is symbolic of sovereignty that is of Divine concession.

Answer 4

It is a sign of respect and tradition. It is a religious thing to do, because Guru Gobind Singh Ji told all Sikhs to wear turbans as a distinction.

Answer 5

Sikhs, as an act of faith, wear the 5 signs of Sikhism, known as the 5 K's.

Kesh - uncut hair, kept under a turban
Kangha - small comb worn in the hair
Kara - steel wrist band or bangle (or ring)
Kirpan - short sword
Kaccha - white shorts worn as an under garment
These symbols should not be disturbed unless it is absolutely necessary, in which case the necessity should be explained to the patient or his/her family.

Answer 6

The turban is our Guru's gift to us. It is how we crown ourselves as the Singhs and Kaurs who sit on the throne of commitment to our own higher consciousness. For men and women alike, this projective identity conveys royalty, grace, and uniqueness. It is a signal to others that we live in the image of Infinity and are dedicated to serving all. The turban doesn't represent anything except complete commitment. When you choose to stand out by tying your turban, you stand fearlessly as one single person standing out from six billion people. It is a most outstanding act.

Proud to be sikh.

All should be proud of the religion they belong to.

Answer 7

In spiritual persons at times cool air emits out of head. It at times creates the need in body to cover head. Few of the spiritual masters kept their head always covered.

Turban wearing is simply following that tradition as symbolic, but without knowing it.

Answer 8

Wahe Guru prescribed 5 distinguishing marks to his Shishyaas (=Sikhs). They thus recognise each others & others too can spot them easily.
Dont U think it enhances their statesque , royal personality?

Answer 9

as per instructions of their guru they have to wear it. It is a part of their relegion.

Answer 10

i think only coz of their tradition but now many sardars are ignoring this
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