What is Sakhi in Sikhism?

Sakhi literally means “Historical Account” or Story. The term refers to the accounts of the historical events in Sikhism. It is a tale usually from the era during the times of the Gurus. However, many Sakhis do exist from the period before and after the times of the Ten Gurus.

Who wrote Puratan Janam Sakhi?

Bhai Vir Singh Ji
About the Author Bhai Vir Singh Ji (1871-1957) was a Poet, Scholar and a Theologian. He was a Prominent figure in revival and renewal of Punjabi tradition.

Is Guru Nanak a Hindu or Sikh?

His family were Hindus, but Nanak soon showed an advanced interest in religion and studied Islam and Hinduism extensively. As a child he demonstrated great ability as a poet and philosopher. One famous story about Guru Nanak tells of his rebellion at the age of eleven.

Do Sikh Gurus marry?

Guru Ram Das Ji composed the four stanzas of Lavan to be sung and recited as the core of the Anand Karaj. In 1579, the fifth Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Mata Ganga were the first couple to be married through the Anand Karaj ceremony. The ceremony is now universally observed by the Sikhs.

Who was the first guru of Sikhism?

Guru Nanak Dev was the first Guru and Guru Gobind Singh the final Guru in human form. Guru Gobind Singh designated the Sri Guru Granth Sahib the ultimate and final Sikh Guru. 1. Guru Nanak Dev (1469-1539). The founder of Sikhism (see above).

Is the Sakhi of the Gurus a moral story?

A Sakhi is a tale usually from the era during the times of the Gurus. However, many sakhis do exist from the period before and after the times of the Ten Gurus. Most Sakhis have a moral lesson and highlight important Sikh principles. Below is the list of important Sakhis with a message for Sikhs.

Is there a free Sau Sakhi for Sikhs?

You can find out more at this link Sau Sakhi – SikhiWiki, free Sikh encyclopedia. The Sau Sakhis are not considered reliable and in some cases they are considered fraudulent. I do not know of any downloads.

Are there any other books like the Sau Sakhi?

NO “other” book was Parkash at par or even alongside/nearby to SGGS when it was declared GURU of the Sikhs by Guru Gobind Singh ji. [FONT=Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif]The Karni Namah and the Raj Namah are two significant chapters of the Sau Sakhi, the Sikh book of prophecy.