Shorts

Shorts

Sikh Kachh

Sikh Kachh; white "soldier's shorts" made with cotton-like fabric with slight sheen probably synthetic. Tag inside says "MS A House of Sikh Religious Items (India). Used in the Sikh religion one of the 5 K's or 5 Panj Kakar. Kachh or the soldiers shorts must be worn at all times. It reminds the Sikh of the need for self-restraint over passions and desires. A symbol signifying self control and chastity. Resembling boxer shorts they are designed for comfort and freedom of movement: ".a symbol of restraint of passion of chastity and a constant reminder of the prohibition of adultery both in lusting and in deed".

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