Guru Gobind Singh Ji
The TenthSikh Guru
Guru Gobind Singh (ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ) (5 January 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
When his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded for refusing to convert to Islam. Guru Gobind Singh was formally installed as the leader of the Sikhs at age nine, becoming the tenth Sikh Guru. His four sons died during his lifetime – two in battle, two executed by the Mughal army.
Among his notable contributions to Sikhism are founding the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699.
It may not be out of context to consider that throughout the chronicles of human history, there has been no individual who lived a life more inspirational than Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He is variously revered as: Sarbans Dani (the merciful donor, who sacrificed his all)Mard Agamra (man without any parallels)Shah-e-Shahenshah (emperor of emperors)Bar do Alam Shah (ruler of both worlds)As a prophet, the Guru is unique. His teachings …
Guru Gobind Singh (ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ) (5 January 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
When his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded for refusing to convert to Islam. Guru Gobind Singh was formally installed as the leader of the Sikhs at age nine, becoming the tenth Sikh Guru. His four sons died during his lifetime – two in battle, two executed by the Mughal army.
Among his notable contributions to Sikhism are founding the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699.
It may not be out of context to consider that throughout the chronicles of human history, there has been no individual who lived a life more inspirational than Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He is variously revered as: Sarbans Dani (the merciful donor, who sacrificed his all)Mard Agamra (man without any parallels)Shah-e-Shahenshah (emperor of emperors)Bar do Alam Shah (ruler of both worlds)As a prophet, the Guru is unique. His teachings …