Golden Temple History

Q.22.When was the Harmandar Sahib (Golden Temple) constructed, and what is its importance?

Ans. The foundation stone of Harmandar Sahib, also known as Darbar Sahib, or Golden Temple, was laid by Hazrat Mian Mir (a Sufi Faqir), on a request from Guru Arjan Dev, on January 3, 1588 in Amritsar. The Amrit Sarovar (sacred lake) is 500 ft. long, 490 ft. wide and 17 ft. deep.The only bridge […]

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Shaheedi Gurpurab of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji: Complete Day-Wise History of the First Sikh Martyr

Introduction Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the Fifth Sikh Guru, became the first martyr in Sikh history in 1605. His sacrifice laid the foundation of Sikh resilience, spiritual strength, and unwavering devotion to Waheguru. Despite severe torture, Guru Ji remained immersed in Naam and accepted the Divine Will with the immortal words: “ਤੇਰਾ ਕੀਆ ਮੀਠਾ

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