Who was Guru Gobind Singh Ji?

Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1666–1708) was the tenth and last human Sikh Guru. He succeeded Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and is best known for creating the Khalsa Panth in 1699, establishing the Five Ks, and declaring the Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal Guru of the Sikhs.

What is the Khalsa Panth?

The Khalsa Panth is the community of initiated Sikhs created by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699. He administered Amrit (sweetened water) to the Panj Pyare (Five Beloved Ones) and established the Five Ks (Kesh, Kangha, Kara, Kachera, Kirpan) as articles of faith for all Khalsa Sikhs.

Who were the Panj Pyare?

The Panj Pyare (Five Beloved Ones) were the first five Sikhs initiated into the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh Ji on Vaisakhi day in 1699. They were Bhai Daya Singh, Bhai Dharam Singh, Bhai Himmat Singh, Bhai Mohkam Singh, and Bhai Sahib Singh.

What are the Five Ks?

The Five Ks are five articles of faith worn by initiated Sikhs (Khalsa): Kesh (uncut hair), Kangha (wooden comb), Kara (steel bracelet), Kachera (cotton undergarment), and Kirpan (ceremonial sword). They represent commitment to the Sikh faith and discipline.

Where is Guru Gobind Singh Ji's samadhi?

Guru Gobind Singh Ji's samadhi is located in Nanded, Maharashtra, India, at Hazur Sahib. He passed away on 7 October 1708 after being stabbed by an assassin. Hazur Sahib is one of the five Takhts (seats of authority) in Sikhism.

Guru Gobind Singh Ji – Tenth Sikh Guru

Early Life (ਪ੍ਰਾਰੰਭਕ ਜੀਵਨ)

Guru Gobind Singh Ji at a Glance

Born: 22 December 1666 (exact date varies among sources)
Birthplace: Patna, Bihar
Original Name: Gobind Rai
Guruship: 1675 – 1708
Died: 7 October 1708 (age 41)
Successor: Guru Granth Sahib Ji (Eternal Guru)
Key Contribution: Creation of Khalsa Panth

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