Why do Sikh men not cut their hair?

[Opal]

Hi everyone

I wanted to ask something so that I can clarify if it is correct or not:

Do Sikh men not cut their hair because hair is considered a gift from God? This is what I think is the reason, but I wanted to ask so that I am 100% sure

Many thanks

[Snoopy]

"Various reasons and symbolisms have been put forward for the Sikh practice of keeping hair uncut.

• Throughout history hair (kesh) has been regarded as a symbol both of holiness and strength.
• One's hair is part of God's creation. Keeping hair uncut indicates that one is willing to accept God's gift as God intended it.
• Uncut hair symbolizes adoption of a simple life, and denial of pride in one's appearance.
• Not cutting one's hair is a symbol of one's wish to move beyond concerns of the body and attain spiritual maturity.
• A Sikh should only bow his head to the Guru, and not to a barber.
• It is a highly visible symbol of membership of the group.
• It follows the appearance of Guru Gobind Singh, founder of the Khalsa.

Sikh women are just as forbidden to cut any body hair or even trim their eyebrows, as Sikh men are forbidden to trim their beards.
Before you ask: A Sikh is not allowed to cut hair from any part of the body."

- BBC - Religion & Ethics - The Five Ks

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[Opal]

Thanks so much for the quick reply. If i have any more questions I will post