Some Sikhs regard the number five as special because of its presence in earlier Indian mythology and philosophy. Through this process, any negativity and erroneous thinking in a person's heart and mind are removed. Adopting this daily routine and discipline, ones actions become pure (nirmal) and rewarding.

By taking these positive steps, the Five Thieves are gradually overcome and rendered powerless. Sikhs strive to live a life of devotion with a positive attitude or spirit, accepting God's engaging in community service ( Sewa) and practicing the Five Virtues. It is a Sikh's dharma and duty not to become subjected to these five lusts of the mind. The actions of one's mind (and by extension, one's body) should be above, beyond and without interference from these five inner evils. The primary aim of a practicing Sikh is to subdue these five inner vices and render them inactive. These five thieves are kaam (lust), krodh (wrath), lobh (greed), moh (attachment) and ahankar (ego or excessive pride). In Sikhism, Five Thieves are the five major weaknesses of the human personality at variance with its spiritual essence, and are known as 'thieves' because they steal a person's inherent common sense.

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