The fourth Guru

Guru Ram Das

Who was Guru Ram Das?
Guru Ram Das was the fourth Guru in Sikhism. He is also known as Guru as Bhai
Jetha. He is the founder of the Amritsar, the centre of Sikhism. He also founded the
Harmandir Sahib, or the Golden Temple. Guru Ram Das continued the hard work of
the Guru before him, Guru Amar Das. He preached about Sikhism and made a
community for the people.
Early life
Guru Ram Das was born in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan in 1534 into a Sohdi Khatri
family. His parents were called Har Das, and Daya Vati, who were both
hardworking and pious. However, he was orphaned at the age of 7 and stayed with
his Maternal Grandmother. Guru Ram Das was a calm and happy child who was
very spiritual from a young age. He loved to spend time with religious men and
engage in deep conversation with them.
Family
Guru Ram Das married Mata Bhani and had 3 children. They were called Baba
Mahan Dev, Baba Prithi Chand, Guru Arjan. One would follow the path of their
father, and become a Guru later on. The supported him through out the years he was
a Guru.
Later Life
Jetha was a strong young man who valued physical labor's dignity. He worked hard on the various
construction projects in Goindwal that were overseen by the guru.He eventually won over Guru
Amar Das, who was impressed by his hard work and determination. In 1974 he was officially
declared as a Guru. The guru decided to marry him to his daughter, and the ceremony took place in
1554. Following their marriage, the couple stayed in Goindwal and worked together to develop the
area as an upcoming Sikh town. They volunteered (Sewa) in the construction of the Baoli Sahib
(sacred well) and continued to serve the guru.In the late 1560s, some envious Hindus complained to
Mughal Emperor Akbar that Guru Amar had cheated them.
Achievments
Guru Ram Das is known for many reasons, and for many of his achievements. Guru Ram Das is best known as
the founder of Amritsar, formerly known as Ramdaspur. He established it in 1574 on land purchased for 700
rupees from the owners of Tung village. The guru then designed the gurdwara Harmandir Sahib which translates
as "The Abode of God". The gurdwara, also known as the Golden Temple, is one of India's most popular tourist
destinations. He wrote numerous hymns, including 'Laavan,' a four-stanza poem about the meaning of marriage.
This hymn is read during the Anand Karaj, a traditional Sikh marriage ceremony in which the couple
circumscribes the Guru Granth Sahib as each stanza of the Laavan is read.
Death
Guru Ram Das died on the first of September, 1581 in the city of Amritsar, Punjab.
He died at the age of 42, with a legacy that would leave a mark on the Earth for
many years to come. He spread the message of love and equality and preached
about the contents of Guru Granth Sahib.
The seventh Guru

Guru Har Rai

Who was Guru Har Rai
Guru Har Rai was the seventh of the ten Sikh Gurus. Even though he died at the
young age of 31, he made many significant contributions to the religion of Sikhism
within his short life. Known to be a very compassionate and kind person, he was
concerned not only about the welfare of human beings, but also that of the animals.
In fact he was so soft hearted that he even helped to heal the son of Shah Jahan from
an almost fatal illness despite the hostility the Mughals had shown to the guru’s
predecessors. Har Rai was born as the grandson of the sixth Sikh guru, Hargobind.
Early life
Guru Har Rai was born on January 16, 1630, as the son of Baba Gurdita and Mata
Nihal Kaur in Kiratpur Sahib, Rupnagar, Punjab, India (also known as Mata
Ananti). Baba Gurdita was the sixth Guru Hargobind's son.Har Rai was Guru
Hargobind's favourite grandson; in fact, his grandfather named him.He grew up to
be a very sensitive young man. His robe once became entangled in a rose bush,
causing a few roses to be broken from their stems. When he saw the flowers
separated from the plants, he burst into tears.
Family
Guru Har Rai was born into a Sodhi family to Nihal Kaur and Baba Gurditta. When
he was eight years old, his father died. In 1640, at the age of ten, Guru Har Rai
married Mata Kishan Kaur (also known as Sulakhni), the daughter of Daya Ram.
Ram Rai and Har Krishan, the latter of whom became the eighth Guru, were their
two children.
Later Life
Guru Har Rai was only 14 years old when he became the Sikh leader. But, for his age, he was very
wise and sensitive, and he sincerely carried on his grandfather's legacy. In keeping with the military
tradition established by Guru Hargobind, he maintained a strong Sikh army, though he avoided direct
conflict with the Mughals. Guru Har Rai was extremely kind to animals. He went hunting frequently
but never killed an animal. In fact, he used to capture sick and injured animals and place them in his
own zoo. The animals would be cared for there before being released back into the wild once they
had recovered. He only killed animals that were seriously ill or in excruciating pain and had no
chance of recovery. In such cases, he would kill them to end their suffering.
Achievments
Guru Har Rai was a compassionate man who was deeply committed to the teachings
of Sikhism. He gave his all to the people, establishing an Ayurvedic hospital and a
research centre for the treatment of the sick and the poor. His contribution to the
Manji system's development is also noteworthy. He also preached about Sikhism
and showed care to everyone, no matter their status.
Death
The guru died on October 6, 1661, at the age of 31. Before his death he named his
young son Harkrishan as his successor. He left a legacy that Sikhs will not forget,
and will be continued to be inspired by them forever.