Founder of the Khalsa

Founder of the Khalsa

Author: Amardeep S. Dahiya

Publisher: Hay House, Inc

Published: 2014-04-14

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 9381398615

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This book encapsulates the exceptionally eventful and vibrant life of the guru that will provoke thought and debate even in today’s times. Guru Gobind Singh – Founder of the Khalsa; saint; warrior par excellence; poignant poet; philosopher; soulful human being – was the illustrious Tenth Guru of the Sikhs. This extensively researched book goes beyond the established events that broadly include the untimely assassination of Guru Teg Bahadur; Guru Gobind Singh’s coronation; the battles of Bhangani and Nadaun; his stay in Paonta and Anandpur; and the historic creation of the Khalsa. The book talks about other events that sought to widely establish the Khalsa including the battle of Nirmohgarh; the siege and evacuation of Anandpur; the battles of Chamkaur, Khidrana and Muktsar; his Zafarnama to Aurangzeb and subsequent meeting with Bahadur Shah Zafar in Agra. Most importantly, it provides some unknown facts about the anointment of the holy book of the Sikhs – the Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal guiding light. Guru Gobind Singh’s prowess as a warrior of immense distinction is well-recorded, besides his understanding of military strategy and execution; the book brings to light his love for literature, scriptures and languages, his philosophical, judicious and humane thought, and is a tribute to the great saint and seeks to outline the historical life, times and events of Guru Gobind Singh in intricate details.


Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708)

Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708)

Author: J. S. Grewal

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2019-07-25

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 0190990384

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The unifying theme in the life of Guru Gobind Singh was confrontation with the Mughals, which culminated in a struggle for political power. This fact is brought into sharp focus when we consider the Guru’s life and legacy simultaneously in the contexts of the Mughal Empire, its feudatory states in the hills, and the Sikh movement. The creation of the Khalsa in 1699 as a political community with the aspiration to rule made conciliation or compromise with the Mughal state almost impossible. Their long struggle ended eventually in the declaration of Khalsa Raj in 1765. Using contemporary and near contemporary sources in Gurmukhi, Persian, and English, J.S. Grewal presents a comprehensive study of this era of Sikh history. The volume elaborates on the life and legacy of Guru Gobind Singh and explores the ideological background of the institution of the Khalsa and its larger political context. Grewal, however, emphasizes that the legacy of the Khalsa was also social and cultural. This authoritative volume on the tenth Guru is a significant addition to the field of Sikh studies.


Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee - A Short Biography

Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee - A Short Biography

Author: Harjinder Singh

Publisher: Akaal Publishers

Published: 2017-12-14

Total Pages: 57

ISBN-13: 0955458781

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This book is a short biography of the tenth Guru of the Sikhs - Sri Guru Gobind Singh Jee (1666 - 1708 CE). The book gives an overview of the life of the Guru, describing his inspirational teachings and mentioning geographical locations he visited.


Journey to the Tenth Gate

Journey to the Tenth Gate

Author: Karin Vastola

Publisher: Balboa Press

Published: 2020-01-15

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 1982238119

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The Author Karin Vastola is one of the rare Western Spiritual Seekers who has experienced “The Tenth Gate Opening’” and its profound effects on the mind, body and spiritual heightening characteristic of the Kundalini phenomenon. The lessons presented in the book are easy to follow. They come from firsthand experiences and with simplicity of the approach, the reader moves towards enlightenment in unexpected ways. The connection with “The Tenth Guru of The Sikh Religion is a rare phenomenon.


Introduction to Sikhism

Introduction to Sikhism

Author: Gobind Singh Mansukhani

Publisher: Hemkunt Press

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 9788170101819

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Contains 125 questions about Sikh religion. This book also features quotations from Guru Granth Sahib.


Sikh Faith

Sikh Faith

Author: Dr Gurbakhsa Singh

Publisher: Virsa Publications

Published: 2020-07-10

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 9387152715

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