Health Care Provider and Faith Diversity

Abstract

The three diverse faiths of the Sikhism, Buddhism, and Baha'i are less common religions in United States of America. All of the three religions have different philosophies regarding health care and spiritual healing. Every religion in this world promotes the concept of medication and health care in a positive aspect, but the difference lies in the philosophies. Every religion have different components for healing purpose. The philosophy of healing and faith is all about the love, brotherhood, and similarities among the religion.

Health Care Provider and Faith Diversity

Introduction

It is a fact that about all religions are in a favor of delivering quality health care. Christianity is a primary religion in this world, and it is a fact that this religion is providing a strong base in the health care. Christianity provides complete and strong support to each and every health care provider in the delivery of health care.

Sikhism is a monotheistic religion that appeared in the 15th century in Indian subcontinent by the founder named Guru Nanak. Sikhism is the fifth largest religion in this world, with about 30 million adherents. Sikhism is not common in United States of America.

Another minor religion in Unites States of America is Bahai Religion. It is also a monotheistic religion that is based on the spiritual unity of all mankind. The base of this religion is over three primary principles that involve unity of God, unity of religion, and unity of humanity. This religion appeared in 19th century by Baha'u'llah.

Buddhism is another minor religion in United States of America. It started in Indian Subcontinent and encompassed a number of traditions, practices, and beliefs. The base of this religion lays on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama that considered as the God in this religion. The two major branches of Buddhism include Mahayana and Theravada.

Discussion

Philosophy of care in Sikhism

Sikhism is a 5th largest religion in the developing world. This religion is providing a guide to its follower in the care process of life and diseases. The first faith in the Sikhism is regarding the food. The dietary practices of majority of Sikhs depend upon the customs and person's faith. Various Sikhs follows a vegetarian diet strictly though many of them also use eggs, meat and fish. Non-vegetarian Sikhs also use beef and pork; however, Sikhism ordered to prohibit it. It is a strong belief in Sikhism that prayer is only a medication for the treatment of any diseases especially the mental illnesses. Sikhs are encouraged to go, towards prayer hall, to alleviate anxiety, depression, and other illnesses (Sandhu, 2004).

The followers of Sikhism take part actively in the spiritual gatherings and activities at their temple that is known as Gurdwara. Sikhism does not own the view that mental illnesses and other dysfunctions are caused by the bad deeds of the person or the family members, although Sikhism allowed the seeking of medical health care in a number of cases. Some Sikhs believe that mental illnesses and other dysfunctions are ...