Sikhism Series is an inspiring 22 blog episode series that dives deep into the rich history, teachings, and heroic legacy of Sikhism.
From the lives of the Gurus and sacred texts to legendary warriors like Banda Singh Bahadur and Mata Bhago, pivotal battles, martyrdoms, and timeless values of courage, equality, and devotion (bhakti), each episode brings alive the spirit of the Khalsa.
A powerful read for anyone seeking to understand the faith, resilience, and spiritual wisdom of the Sikh tradition.
In the turbulent hills of Punjab during the late 17th century, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth and final human Guru of Sikhism, stood as a beacon of courage and faith against the brutal onslaught of Islamic invaders. Born in 1666 in Patna to Guru Tegh Bahadur and Mata Gujri, Guru Gobind Singh became the Guru at just nine years…
Birth and Early Life in a Time of Cruelty In the peaceful hills of Patna in Bihar, a brave soul was born on December 22, 1666, under the bright winter sun. This was Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Guru of Sikhism, the only son of Guru Tegh Bahadur (the ninth Guru) and Mata Gujari. His father was martyred when…
In the holy city of Amritsar, near the shining waters of the Amrit Sarovar, a brave soul was born on April 1, 1621, under the soft light of the moon. This was Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Guru of Sikhism, the youngest son of Guru Hargobind (the sixth Guru) and Mata Nanaki. His father, Guru Hargobind, was a warrior-saint…
In the peaceful hills of Kiratpur Sahib, Punjab, a pure soul was born on July 7, 1656, under the gentle light of the moon. This was Guru Har Krishan Ji, the eighth Guru of Sikhism, the younger son of Guru Har Rai (the seventh Guru) and Mata Kishan Kaur (also called Mata Sulakhani). His father was a healer who loved…
In the peaceful hills of Kiratpur Sahib in Punjab, a gentle soul full of kindness was born on January 16, 1630, to Baba Gurditta (the eldest son of Guru Hargobind, the sixth Guru) and Mata Nihal Kaur. This was Guru Har Rai Ji, the seventh Guru of Sikhism, the grandson of Guru Hargobind and Mata Damodari. His father, Baba Gurditta,…
In the holy city of Amritsar, beside the shining Amrit Sarovar tank, a brave soul was born on June 19, 1595, to Guru Arjan Dev (the fifth Guru) and Mata Ganga Devi. This was Guru Hargobind Ji, the sixth Guru of Sikhism, the only child of his parents. His father was tortured and martyred when Hargobind was just 11, making…
In the quiet town of Goindwal on the Beas River in Punjab, a bright soul was born on April 15, 1563, under the full moon of Vaisakh in the Hindu calendar year Samvat 1620. This was Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the fifth Guru of Sikhism, the youngest son of Guru Ram Das (the fourth Guru) and Mata Bhani. His mother,…
In the busy lanes of Chuna Mandi Bazaar in Lahore, where the Ravi River’s waters whispered secrets to the city’s stone heart—now in Pakistan—a humble spark of harmony ignited on September 24, 1534, under the full moon of Asun in the Hindu calendar year Samvat 1591. This was Bhai Jetha, destined to shine as Guru Ram Das Ji, born to…
In the quiet village of Basarke, near the gentle flow of the Beas River in Punjab—now part of Amritsar district—a wise soul was born on May 23, 1479, on a Sunday under the full moon of Baisakh in the Hindu calendar year Samvat 1536. This was Guru Amar Das Ji, the third Guru of Sikhism, born to a simple Hindu…
