khalsa, n.All

The Khalsa (n.) gives every member the same surname, Singh or Kaur, which makes the family tree admirably simple.

The Khalsa (n.) was founded by Guru Gobind Singh on Vaisakhi 1699 with five initiates, the Panj Pyare.

The Khalsa (n.) works like an order of knights whose vows begin with humility rather than rank.

The Khalsa (n.) keeps the five Ks: uncut hair, a wooden comb, a steel bracelet, a short sword, and cotton undershorts.

The Khalsa (n.) asks its members to be saint and soldier, which is harder than choosing one.