Tag: Sikhism

According to a Pew Research Center study, religiously motivated dietary restrictions are a common practice affecting billions worldwide. While many faiths have specific food rules, prohibitions against beef are particularly prominent in several major religions due to deeply held beliefs about the sacredness of life, historical traditions, and ethical considerations.

While dietary practices vary widely, Jainism is a religion where followers definitively do not eat eggs as part of a strict lacto-vegetarian or vegan diet. This contrasts with other faiths, such as Hinduism and Sikhism, where the decision to eat eggs can depend on a follower's specific sect, regional tradition, or personal interpretation.

Born into a Punjabi Sikh family in Fazilka, Punjab, Indian cricketer Shubman Gill's religious identity has become a topic of public curiosity. A viral event involving a visit to a temple has led many fans to ask the question: 'Is Shubman Gill Jain?'

With a traditional ratio of equal parts whole wheat flour, ghee, and sugar, kada prasad is a culturally significant and delicious offering in Sikhism and other traditions. As it's served in holy places like Gurdwaras, many wonder: is kada prasad healthy, or is it merely a treat to be enjoyed in moderation?