Prakash Diwas Sri Guru Ram Das Ji
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Shri Guru Ram Das ji was the fourth guru of Sikhs and the founder of Holy City of Amritsar. He was the pious soul who directed hundred of aimless people domiciling on the earth. His compassionate and caring nature turned everyone to a good soul.
The heart of Guru Ram Das ji was full of service and selfless care. He lived his dream to help the helpless. He believed that every deed must be performed in an honest thought. False display of devotion would do no good to anyone. He travelled the lengths and breaths of the nation to spread the word of Sikhism. He was a man of significant merit.
He got fame for his energy, expression, devotion and uprightness. He laid the foundation stone of Chak Ramdas, now known as Amritsar. He streamed his attention on digging the Amritsar Sarovar. He had two Sikh devotees with him namely Bhai Sahlo Ji and Baba Budha Ji who helped him in managing the work. He started the construction of the famous and pious Golden Temple in Amritsar. The temple remains open on all sides and at all times to every person belonging to any religion.
He introduced the model of selfless service to the humankind without any discrimination of caste, color, creed, religion and gender. He left for the holy world in 1581 and bestowed Guruship on his youngest son Arjan Dev Ji.
On this occasion, Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab, Sr. Sukhbir Singh Badal shared his deep love and reverence for Guru Ram Das ji.
