In Sikhism, the five Ks or kakkars or kakke are the five articles of faith worn by all baptised Sikhs. The 5 Ks taken together symbolisz that the Sikh who wears them has dedicated themselves to a life of devotion and submission to the Guru. The 5 Ks include the following: Kesh (uncut hair), Kara (a steel bracelet), Kanga (a wooden comb), Kaccha - also spelt, Kachh, Kachera (cotton underwear), and Kirpan (steel sword).
