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'''Gurdwara Chakki Sahib, at Eminabad''' is located where a large millstone was kept which was once used by [[Guru Nanak]]. In the Janamsakhis, it is mentioned that [[Guru Nanak Dev]] was made a prisoner by Babar's men together with thousands of others. Together with others, Baba ji was made to grind corn with a hand-driven [[chakki]] (millstone). His captors were surprised to see that the millstone revolved by itself while Baba ji only poured grist into it.
'''Gurdwara Chakki Sahib, at Eminabad''' is located where a large millstone was kept which was once used by [[Guru Nanak]]. In the Janamsakhis, it is mentioned that [[Guru Nanak Dev]] was made a prisoner by Babar's men together with thousands of others. Together with others, Baba ji was made to grind corn with a hand-driven [[chakki]] (millstone). His captors were surprised to see that the millstone revolved by itself while Baba ji only poured grist into it.
The present building which is inside the town of Eminabad is a simple flat-roofed room with some ancillaries and a brick paved compound.
==Whole Sakhi==
While returning from his travels from the West, Guru Nanak Dev Ji paid a visit to Saidpur (Samvat 1578), now known as Eminabad to meet his devotee Bhai Lalo. Guru Sahib Ji write about these times of upheaval : 
"The age is like a knife. In the dark night of falsehood I cannot see where the moon of truth is rising."(Majh ki Var). And again : "Modesty and religion have disappeared because falsehood reigns supreme. The Muslim mullha and the Hindu pandit have resigned their duties, the Devil reads the marriage vows. Praises of murder are sung and people smear themselves with blood instead of saffron."(Tilang). Guru Ji writes about the Mughal invasions : "They who had beautiful locks with vermilion dyed the parting of their hair, have their tresses shorn with scissors and dust thrown on their heads. They who dwelt in palaces cannot find a place in the streets." (Asa)
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During this period (Samvat 1578) the Emperor Babur attacked Eminabad and captured Guru Ji with his companions and imprisoned them. The captured were given grinding mills and put to grind corn. While grinding the corn Guru Ji went into contemplation and sang the glories of God. While Guru Ji sang about the creator the grinding mill continued to grind without any visible means of power, all who observed bowed their heads for surely they were in the presence of a great soul. This news was carried to the ears of Babur. Babur came down to the dungeons and waited until Guru Ji had finished singing. When his eyes met with the Guru's he folded his hands and bowed and begged forgiveness.
Babur requested that Guru Ji accompany him to his tent. Guru Ji asked Babur to release all the prisoners as they had committed no crime, and then he accompanied Babur to his tent.
The emperor offered Guru Ji refreshments but Guru Sahib replied " My cup is full. I have drunk the cup of my Lord's love which fills me for all time."
"Listen O King, go and survey the scene of destruction that has been caused by your army. Take a warning from those who have defeated others. He who is victorious today may suffer defeat tomorrow. Where are those kings who ruled here yesterday ? Where are those games, those stables, those horses ? Where are those bugles, those clarions ? Where are those who buckled on their swords and were mighty in battle ? Where are those scarlet uniforms ? Where are those mirrors that reflected fair faces ? Where are those houses, those mansions, those palaces ? We see them no longer here. O Lord, this world is Thine. In one moment, Thou create, in another moment, Thou destroy Thy Creation."
On hearing the words of the Guru, Babur remained in deep thought for a long time and then asked Guru Ji humbly "What can I do for you ?"
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"Nothing," said the Guru "The soul supreme Being has Himself commissioned me to spread His message of Naam, and I enjoy His grace and gifts. Those who forsake Him and attach themselves to others lose all. He makes emperors and kings, and He turns them into dust."


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[[Image:Chakkisahib(Chakkirevolvesofitown).jpg|thumb|left]]
When the miracle was reported to [[Babar]], he himself came to see the Guru, and after talking to him he set free not only the Guru, but all other prisoners as well, many of whom became the Guru's followers. The millstone was preserved as an object of veneration and much later, this [[Gurdwara]] was established where the millstone is still kept.


[[Image:Chakkisahib3.jpg|thumb|right]]
Babur bowed before Guru Ji and begged for counsel for a better life.
The present building which is inside the town of Eminabad is a simple flat-roofed room with some ancillaries and a brick paved compound. In Samvat 1578 when the armies of [[Emperor Babar]] captured Saidpur (Eminabad), they took [[Guru Nanak Dev]] prisoner along with many other people. He was put to hard labour on a grain grinder. The officials saw that the grinder of Baba Ji was moving on its own. They informed Itabal about it who called Baba Ji to his court and talked to Baba Ji.  
 
"Be just to all, and never do injustice to anyone,"said Guru Ji. " Never depart from the path of truth. Be merciful and forgive others as you would wish to be forgiven. Do not covert that which belongs to others. Do not sow the seeds of cruelty. He who is cruel, suffers."
 
These words Babur took to heart and from then on endeavoured to be a just ruler.


He was pleased and impressed by Baba Ji and ordered his immediate release. Baba Ji asked for the release of other prisoners and 11111 prisoners were released due to Baba Ji.   
Due to Guru Ji's request Babur released 11111 other prisoners.   


A fair is held here every [[Vaisakhi]].  
A fair is held here every [[Vaisakhi]].  
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==External links==
==External links==

Revision as of 12:17, 17 April 2008

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Gurdwara Chakki Sahib, at Eminabad is located where a large millstone was kept which was once used by Guru Nanak. In the Janamsakhis, it is mentioned that Guru Nanak Dev was made a prisoner by Babar's men together with thousands of others. Together with others, Baba ji was made to grind corn with a hand-driven chakki (millstone). His captors were surprised to see that the millstone revolved by itself while Baba ji only poured grist into it.

The present building which is inside the town of Eminabad is a simple flat-roofed room with some ancillaries and a brick paved compound.

Whole Sakhi

While returning from his travels from the West, Guru Nanak Dev Ji paid a visit to Saidpur (Samvat 1578), now known as Eminabad to meet his devotee Bhai Lalo. Guru Sahib Ji write about these times of upheaval :

"The age is like a knife. In the dark night of falsehood I cannot see where the moon of truth is rising."(Majh ki Var). And again : "Modesty and religion have disappeared because falsehood reigns supreme. The Muslim mullha and the Hindu pandit have resigned their duties, the Devil reads the marriage vows. Praises of murder are sung and people smear themselves with blood instead of saffron."(Tilang). Guru Ji writes about the Mughal invasions : "They who had beautiful locks with vermilion dyed the parting of their hair, have their tresses shorn with scissors and dust thrown on their heads. They who dwelt in palaces cannot find a place in the streets." (Asa)

Chakkisahibspot.jpg

During this period (Samvat 1578) the Emperor Babur attacked Eminabad and captured Guru Ji with his companions and imprisoned them. The captured were given grinding mills and put to grind corn. While grinding the corn Guru Ji went into contemplation and sang the glories of God. While Guru Ji sang about the creator the grinding mill continued to grind without any visible means of power, all who observed bowed their heads for surely they were in the presence of a great soul. This news was carried to the ears of Babur. Babur came down to the dungeons and waited until Guru Ji had finished singing. When his eyes met with the Guru's he folded his hands and bowed and begged forgiveness.

Babur requested that Guru Ji accompany him to his tent. Guru Ji asked Babur to release all the prisoners as they had committed no crime, and then he accompanied Babur to his tent.

The emperor offered Guru Ji refreshments but Guru Sahib replied " My cup is full. I have drunk the cup of my Lord's love which fills me for all time."

"Listen O King, go and survey the scene of destruction that has been caused by your army. Take a warning from those who have defeated others. He who is victorious today may suffer defeat tomorrow. Where are those kings who ruled here yesterday ? Where are those games, those stables, those horses ? Where are those bugles, those clarions ? Where are those who buckled on their swords and were mighty in battle ? Where are those scarlet uniforms ? Where are those mirrors that reflected fair faces ? Where are those houses, those mansions, those palaces ? We see them no longer here. O Lord, this world is Thine. In one moment, Thou create, in another moment, Thou destroy Thy Creation."

On hearing the words of the Guru, Babur remained in deep thought for a long time and then asked Guru Ji humbly "What can I do for you ?"

Chakkisahib3.jpg

"Nothing," said the Guru "The soul supreme Being has Himself commissioned me to spread His message of Naam, and I enjoy His grace and gifts. Those who forsake Him and attach themselves to others lose all. He makes emperors and kings, and He turns them into dust."

Chakkisahib(Chakkirevolvesofitown).jpg

Babur bowed before Guru Ji and begged for counsel for a better life.

"Be just to all, and never do injustice to anyone,"said Guru Ji. " Never depart from the path of truth. Be merciful and forgive others as you would wish to be forgiven. Do not covert that which belongs to others. Do not sow the seeds of cruelty. He who is cruel, suffers."

These words Babur took to heart and from then on endeavoured to be a just ruler.

Due to Guru Ji's request Babur released 11111 other prisoners.

A fair is held here every Vaisakhi.

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