Guru Gobind Singh Birth Anniversary: Things to know about the 10th Sikh guru

The tenth guru of the Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh Ji's birth anniversary is celebrated on December 22 every year. He was one of the great religious leaders who fought against social discrimination and oppression. On December 22, 1666, Guru Gobind Singh Ji was born in Patna, and the day is celebrated as Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti. He is an inspiration for millions of people worldwide, and they pay tribute to the brave Sikh leader on this day.

It was after the death of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur Singh Ji, that he became the 10th leader of Sikhs, and that too at the age of nine.

So on this occasion of Guru Gobind Singh Birth Anniversary, let’s learn a little about the history and significance of this occasion.

History behind Guru Gobind Singh:

After Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Guru of the Sikh religion, was beheaded on the orders of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb on November 24, 1675 in Delhi, he became the 10th Guru of the Sikh religion and ruled the Sikhs. His actual name was Gobind Rai, and he formed the sacred Khalsa Vani of Sikhs, "Waheguru ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh."

He also founded the basic five principles of Khalsa, and his teachings greatly impacted Sikhs. The establishment of Khalsa was the culmination of his desire to protect people from oppression, his fearlessness, and his dedication to God.

Guru Gobind Singh Birth Anniversary: Significance

The birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh is celebrated to honour the outstanding contribution made by Guru Gobind Singh Ji towards preaching Sikhism. People from all over the world seek divine blessings and special prayers by singing religious devotional songs.

FAQs:

Did Guru Gobind Singh have 3 wives?
Yes, he had three wives.

Why did Guru Gobind Singh fight?
To fight in defence of righteousness, Guru Gobind Singh started Khalsa. The purpose behind his fights was never to seek revenge or pursue destructive goals.

What is the biggest Sikh celebration?
One of the most important dates in the Sikh calender is Vaisakhi, a spring festival.