Gurdwara Dera Sahib, located in Lahore, Pakistan, is one of the most sacred Sikh shrines. It marks the site where Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the fifth Sikh Guru, attained martyrdom in 1606. The gurdwara stands as a symbol of sacrifice, devotion, and resilience, drawing thousands of Sikh pilgrims every year.
The original shrine marking this historic site was established by Sikh devotees, but the present-day structure was commissioned by Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 19th century. The gurdwara, with its golden dome and intricate Sikh-Mughal architecture, is located near the Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque, making it a significant part of the city’s historical landscape. Inside, the sanctum enshrines the memory of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and Sikh pilgrims gather here to recite hymns from Guru Granth Sahib and pay their respects.
Historical Background
- Guru Arjan Dev Ji (1563-1606), the fifth Guru of Sikhism, was the first Sikh martyr.
- He compiled the Adi Granth (which later became the Guru Granth Sahib) and built the Golden Temple in Amritsar.
- His growing influence and teachings of equality and justice alarmed the Mughal Emperor Jahangir.
- Jahangir accused Guru Arjan Dev Ji of supporting Prince Khusrau, who rebelled against him.
- In 1606, Guru Arjan was arrested and brought to Lahore, where he was subjected to severe torture.
- He was made to sit on a burning hot plate, and boiling sand was poured over him.
- After enduring days of torture with calmness and devotion, Guru Arjan Dev Ji was taken to the Ravi River, where he immersed himself in the water and attained martyrdom.
Features
Commemorates the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji.
Location
Near the Lahore
Fort, Lahore
Significance
Neighboring the Samadhi of Maharaja Ranjit Singh
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