Books are a powerful way to teach Sikhism values. Illustrated stories and comics are entertaining while promoting discussion and exploration. Reference books are vital to research. Books teaching Gurmukhi script offer invaluable guides to pronunciation and character recognition of text which appears in Sikh scripture. Prayer books with Roman characters and English translations are a helpful aid for learning to read and understand Sikhism prayers. The Sikh Code of Conduct advises every Sikh to be educated about Sikhism. You won't want to be with out these top must have books about Sikhism.
1. Top Sikhism Reference Books
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Whether you are a dabbler in Sikh history or a serious scholar of Sikhism, reference books are vital to your research. No Sikh library is complete without these must have top Sikhism reference books:
- The Encyclopaedia of Sikhism
- The Punjabi Dictionary (Roman--Panjabi--English)
- The Sikh Religion, Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors (1909) 3 Book Set
- The Sikh Religion, Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors (1909) 6 Volume Set
2. Top Books For Learning Gurmukhi
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Gurmukhi script is identical to the basic Punjabi alphabet. Books with both English and Romanized transliteration are great for both children and adults interested in learning to read and write the Punjabi alphabet or Gurmukhi script used in Sikh scripture. These top learning guides to Gurmukhi script are must have books for your home or school libraries:
- Panjabi Made Easy (Book One) by J.S.Nagra
- Panjabi Made Easy (Work Book One) by J.S.Nagra Learn
- Punjabi in 30 Days (for English Speakers) by N.S.R. Ganathe
- A Start in Punjabi (Comparative Structures) by Gleason and Gill
3. Top Sikhism Prayer Books in Gurmukhi and English
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Top Sikhism prayer books with Roman characters and English translations are a helpful aid for learning to read and understand Sikhism prayers. These top Sikhism prayer books in Gurmukhi and English make a great addition to home and school libraries:
- Top Sacred Nitnem Daily Prayer Book in Gurmukhi and English
- Top Sacred Sukhmani Prayer Book in Gurmukhi and English
4. DIY Sikhism Prayer Books and Protective Covers
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Do It Yourself (DIY) beautiful hand made prayer books, protective prayerbook covers and pouches can be made from fabric remnants, or recycled Rumalas. Make baby's first prayer book for the baby you love. Cover your Sikhism prayerbooks and Amrit Kirtan hymnal, or sacred books and hymnals of any faith, with these easy to follow illustrated instructions:
- DIY Baby's First Prayerbook With Sikhism Theme Illustrated Instructions
- DIY Prayerbook Cover and Pouch Illustrated Instructions
5. Top Illustrated Children's Story Books About Sikhism
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Illustrated story books are an enjoyable and engaging medium reaching across cultural, gender and generation boundaries to open avenues of dialogue between parents and children as well as teachers and students. You won't want to be without these top must have illustrated books about Sikhism in your home and school libraries.
- A Lion's Mane by Navjot Kaur Illustrated by Jaspreet Sandhu
- The Royal Falcon by Jessi Kaur Illustrated by Pammy Kapoor
- Dear Takuya (Letters of a Sikh Boy) by Jessi Kaur Illustrated by Brian Johnston
- Journey With the Gurus (Vol 1) by Inni Kaur Illustrated by Pardeep Singh
6. Top Comic Books Featuring Sikh Heroes and Martyrs
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The time honored comic book gets a new twist with top notch Sikh Comics. Riveting artwork illustrates the illustrious heroes and martyrs of Sikh history narrated in English and printed on glossy pages at affordable prices. Sikh Comics appeal to comic book fans of every age and background presenting authentic Sikh history in super hero stye. You will want these in your comic book collection:
- Guru Tegh Bahadur The Ninth Guru of the Sikhs
- Baba Deep Singh The Great Sikh Martyr and Scholar
