Guru Har Krishan

==Guru Har Krishan==

Guru Har Krishan (7 July 1656 30 March 1664) was the eighth of the Sikh Gurus. He became Guru on 7 October 1661, succeeding his father, Guru Har Rai. Despite his young age, Guru Har Krishan is remembered for his wisdom and compassion.

Early Life

Guru Har Krishan was born in Kiratpur Sahib, Punjab, India. He was the youngest son of Guru Har Rai and Mata Krishan Kaur. From a young age, he was known for his intelligence and spiritual insight.

Becoming Guru

At the age of five, Guru Har Krishan was appointed as the eighth Guru of the Sikhs by his father, Guru Har Rai. This decision was met with some resistance, as his elder brother, Ram Rai, was also a contender for the position. However, Guru Har Rai's decision was final, and Guru Har Krishan was installed as the Guru.

Teachings and Contributions

Guru Har Krishan emphasized the importance of humility, service, and devotion to God. He continued the teachings of the previous Gurus and encouraged his followers to live a life of righteousness and compassion.

Visit to Delhi

In 1664, Guru Har Krishan was invited to Delhi by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. During his stay in Delhi, a smallpox epidemic broke out. Guru Har Krishan devoted himself to caring for the sick, providing them with water and comfort. His selfless service earned him great respect and admiration.

Passing

Guru Har Krishan contracted smallpox while serving the afflicted and passed away on 30 March 1664 at the young age of eight. Before his death, he indicated that his successor would be found in Baba Bakala, leading to the eventual discovery of Guru Tegh Bahadur as the ninth Guru.

Legacy

Guru Har Krishan is remembered for his compassion and service to humanity. The Gurdwara Bangla Sahib in Delhi is dedicated to his memory and is a major pilgrimage site for Sikhs.

Related Pages

• Sikhism
• Guru Har Rai
• Guru Tegh Bahadur
• Gurdwara Bangla Sahib
• Mughal Empire