{"id":2122,"date":"2023-10-23T04:45:54","date_gmt":"2023-10-23T04:45:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/?p=2122"},"modified":"2023-10-23T04:49:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-23T04:49:55","slug":"parkash-shri-guru-ramdas-ji","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/parkash-shri-guru-ramdas-ji\/","title":{"rendered":"Parkash Shri Guru Ramdas Ji"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Join us on 29 October 2023 from 9:30am to 11:00am for kirtan, katha and langgar in commemoration of the Parkash of Sri Guru Ramdas ji.<\/p>

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Guru Ram Das Ji: The Fourth Sikh Gurud<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Guru Ram Das Ji, the fourth Guru of Sikhism, left an indelible mark on the Sikh faith and its followers during his tenure from 1574 to 1581. His life and contributions are celebrated with great reverence by Sikhs, as he played a pivotal role in shaping the Sikh community and its spiritual practices. Guru Ram Das Ji's major achievements continue to influence Sikhism to this day.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

1. Establishment of Amritsar<\/h2>\r\n

One of Guru Ram Das Ji's most significant achievements was the establishment of the city of Amritsar in Punjab, India. In 1577, he excavated the sacred tank known as the Amrit Sarovar, which gave the city its name, meaning \"Pool of Nectar.\" This tank is now the centrepiece of the Golden Temple complex, the holiest shrine in Sikhism, where Sikhs from around the world gather to pay their respects and seek spiritual solace.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

2. Promotion of Sewa and Langar<\/h2>\r\n

Guru Ram Das Ji emphasized the importance of selfless service (sewa) and equality among all individuals, regardless of their background. He institutionalized the concept of \"Langar,\" a community kitchen where free meals were served to all, regardless of caste or creed. This tradition, which continues to be a cornerstone of Sikhism, symbolizes the Sikh commitment to humanitarianism and equality.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

3. Composition of Gurbani<\/h2>\r\n

Guru Ram Das Ji contributed significantly to the Sikh holy scriptures by composing hymns that are now included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the central religious scripture of Sikhism. His compositions are noted for their spiritual depth, devotion, and teachings about the path to God. The hymns of Guru Ram Das Ji provide guidance and inspiration to Sikhs in their spiritual journey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

4. Legacy of Community Building<\/h2>\r\n

Under Guru Ram Das Ji's leadership, the Sikh community grew and flourished. He played a pivotal role in formalizing the structure of the Sikh community, encouraging the establishment of local congregations, known as \"sangats,\" and appointing trained individuals as \"masands\" to oversee the congregations. This organization fostered a sense of unity and collective responsibility among Sikhs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

5. Humility and Compassion<\/h2>\r\n

Guru Ram Das Ji's life exemplified humility and compassion. He was known for his selfless service and kindness toward all, regardless of their social or religious background. His teachings emphasized the importance of leading a humble and honest life, devoid of ego and pride.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Guru Ram Das Ji's legacy endures not only in the physical and spiritual structures he created but also in the hearts and minds of Sikhs worldwide. His teachings continue to guide them in leading lives of devotion, humility, and service to humanity. As a spiritual leader and visionary, Guru Ram Das Ji's contributions to Sikhism remain an integral part of the faith's rich tapestry, serving as an inspiration for generations to come.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Join us on 29 October 2023 from 9:30am to 11:00am for kirtan, katha and langgar in commemoration of the Parkash of Sri Guru Ramdas ji. \u00a0 Guru Ram Das Ji: The Fourth Sikh Gurud Guru Ram Das Ji, the fourth Guru of Sikhism, left an indelible mark on the Sikh faith and its followers during […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2123,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2122","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2122"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2122"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2122\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2130,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2122\/revisions\/2130"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2123"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2122"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2122"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gsy.org.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2122"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}