Description: This book delves into the life and legacy of the sixth Guru in the Sikh tradition, exploring his unique approach to leadership that blended spirituality with temporal authority. Set against the backdrop of Mughal rule in India, the narrative follows the Guru's journey as he navigates complex political landscapes while upholding the principles of his faith. The author vividly portrays the Guru's early life, his ascension to leadership, and the challenges he faced in maintaining a growing Sikh community amidst external pressures. The text explores the Guru's emphasis on both armed self-defense and spiritual growth, highlighting his teachings on social justice, service to humanity, and the importance of living an honest and truthful life. Central to the book are the Guru's interactions with the Mughal emperor, his unwavering commitment to protecting his followers, and his efforts to secure the release of imprisoned rajas. Through these accounts, the book examines themes of courage, compassion, and the enduring power of faith in the face of adversity. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a spiritual leader who redefined the role of the Guru in Sikhism and whose teachings continue to inspire generations with their message of resilience, equality, and devotion to God. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
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Number of Pages: 442
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Book Title: Sikh Religion, Vol. 4 of 6 : Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Item Height: 0.9 in
Topic: Sikhism
Publication Year: 2016
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Religion
Item Weight: 20.8 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Max Arthur Macauliffe
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback