Guru #6 Birthplace: Guru Ki Wadali (Amritsar)
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਹਰਿਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ
Birth Year: 1595 CE • Gurgaddi: 1606 CE • Joti Jot: 1644 CE
Life History & Sacred Journey
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji was the sixth Sikh Guru. In response to Mughal oppression, he introduced the concept of Miri-Piri, donning two swords representing temporal power and spiritual authority.
He constructed Sri Akal Takht Sahib (Throne of the Timeless One) directly opposite Sri Harmandir Sahib in 1609 CE as the seat of Sikh sovereignty.
Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji earned the title Bandi Chhor (Deliverer of Prisoners) when he secured the release of 52 innocent Hindu kings from Gwalior Fort on Diwali day.
Sacred Compositions & Shabads
Organized Dhadi tradition and martial Vaars.
Core Divine Teachings
- ੴ Miri & Piri - Harmonious union of spiritual wisdom and protective strength
- ੴ Resistance against tyranny and defense of human rights
- ੴ Saint-Warrior ideal (Sant-Sipahi)