The Sikh community and millions of devotees gathered at the Golden Temple in Amritsar to celebrate the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Ram Dass ji, the founder of the city and the fourth guru of Sikhs. The festivities included an exhibition of traditional Sikh jewellery, religious congregation at Gurdwara Manji Sahib, and a beautiful display of fireworks at the Golden Temple. Leaders like Giani Raghbir Singh and Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami praised Guru Ram Dass ji's teachings and encouraged the Sikh community to incorporate the principles of Sikhism into their daily lives.
Guru Ram Dass Ji's Birth Anniversary: A Celebration of the Founder of Amritsar
Guru Ram Dass Ji, the fourth Sikh Guru, is revered as the founder of the holy city of Amritsar. His birth anniversary, Guru Ram Dass Ji Jayanti, is a significant event celebrated by the Sikh community worldwide. This year, millions of devotees gathered at the Golden Temple in Amritsar to commemorate this auspicious occasion.
Celebrations at the Golden Temple
The festivities at the Golden Temple included:
Renowned Sikh leaders, including Giani Raghbir Singh and Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, spoke about Guru Ram Dass Ji's teachings and emphasized the importance of incorporating Sikh principles into daily life.
Background on Guru Ram Dass Ji
Guru Ram Dass Ji was born in Lahore in 1534. He became a devoted follower of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, and later became the fourth Sikh Guru in 1574. It was during his time as Guru that he founded the city of Amritsar and began construction of the Golden Temple.
Significance of Amritsar
Amritsar is considered one of the holiest cities in Sikhism. It is home to the Golden Temple, the Sikhs' most sacred shrine. The city also played a pivotal role in the Sikh independence movement during the British colonial era.
FAQs on Guru Ram Dass Ji and Amritsar
1. When is Guru Ram Dass Ji Jayanti celebrated?
Guru Ram Dass Ji Jayanti is celebrated on the seventh day of the month of Kartik, which typically falls in mid-October or early November.
2. What are the main teachings of Guru Ram Dass Ji?
Guru Ram Dass Ji's teachings emphasized the importance of love, devotion, compassion, and service to others.
3. Why is Amritsar considered such a sacred city?
Amritsar is considered sacred because it is home to the Golden Temple, the central shrine of Sikhism. The city was founded by Guru Ram Dass Ji and has a rich history of Sikh religious and cultural significance.
4. What was the significance of the Golden Temple's construction?
The Golden Temple, built by Guru Ram Dass Ji, was intended to be a place of worship where people of all faiths could come together and seek spiritual guidance.
5. How did Amritsar play a role in the Sikh independence movement?
Amritsar was a focal point of the Sikh independence movement during the British colonial era. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, in which British troops opened fire on a peaceful gathering of Sikhs in Amritsar in 1919, became a turning point in the fight for Indian independence.
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