FOUNDER OF THE KHALSA: The Life and Times of Guru Gobind Singh
Author: Amardeep S. Dahiya Category: Biography & Memoir ISBN: 9789381398531 Binding: Hardback Dimensions: 230 x 150 mm Number of Pages: 364
Founder of the Khalsa: The Life and Times of Guru Gobind Singh encapsulates the exceptionally eventful and vibrant life of the tenth guru that will provoke thought and debate even in today’s times
Guru Gobind Singh – founder of the Khalsa; saint; warrior par excellence; poignant poet; philosopher; soulful human being – was the illustrious tenth guru of the Sikhs.
This extensively researched book goes beyond the established events that broadly include the untimely assassination of Guru Tegh Bahadur; Guru Gobind Singh’s coronation; the battles of Bhangani and Nadaun; his stay in Paonta and Anandpur; and the historic creation of the Khalsa.
The book talks about other events that sought to widely establish the Khalsa including the battle of Nirmohgarh; the siege and evacuation of Anandpur; the battles of Chamkaur, Khidrana and Muktsar; his Zafarnama to Aurangzeb and subsequent meeting with Bahadur Shah Zafar in Agra. Most importantly, it provides some unknown facts about the anointment of the holy book of the Sikhs – the Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal guiding light.
Guru Gobind Singh’s prowess as a warrior of immense distinction is well-recorded, besides his understanding of military strategy and execution; the book brings to light his love for literature, scriptures and languages, his philosophical, judicious and humane thought, and is a tribute to the great saint and seeks to outline the historical life, times and events of Guru Gobind Singh in intricate detail.
Amardeep S. Dahiya
Amardeep S. Dahiya has lived a mercurial life both in professional & personal terms. Writing has been a constant passion in his life. He was a syndicated columnist for Mladina, a weekly Slovenian magazine. He has also contributed articles to leading newspapers like The Tribune. He has written several bestselling books including Four Fingers and Seventeen Nails, which was an instant bestseller. This was followed by 2050; A Glimpse into the Future and Founder of the Khalsa: The Life and Times of Guru Gobind Singh. Also an expert in Indian and international politics, his strengths include national level policy making, and a keen sense of local and national politics. His passions include cooking, tarot reading, and music. He currently lives in Chandigarh with his family and three dogs – Boss, Gucci, and Tintin – and his favorite feline, Cham Cham.