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“Thou O Lord, art my Father and Thou my Mother. Thou art the Giver of peace to my soul and very life.”

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Guru Arjan Dev was the fifth Sikh Guru, serving from 1581 to 1606. He is revered for his role in compiling the Adi Granth, the sacred scripture of Sikhism, and for his unwavering commitment to the principles of the Sikh faith. He was a poet, a philosopher, and a social reformer, and his life and teachings continue to inspire Sikhs around the world. more

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