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Gurdwara Panja Sahib is situated at [[Hasan Abdal]], 48 km from Rawalpindi in [[Pakistan]]. This is one of the most holy places of [[Sikhism]] because it marks the spot where the founder of the faith, [[Guru Nanak Dev]] visited and instilled an important lesson for his adherents. Still visible is the sacred rock with the hand print of Guru Nanak. Many thousands of faithful [[Sikh]]s from all over the Globe visit this shrine every year. However, twice a year, during special celebrations, an enormous number of Sikh pilgrims attend this Gurdwara from every corner of the world. Special visas are allocated by the [[Pakistan]] government to cater for the increased demand.
Gurdwara Panja Sahib is situated at [[Hasan Abdal]], 48 km from Rawalpindi in [[Pakistan]]. This is one of the most holy places of [[Sikhism]] because it marks the spot where the founder of the faith, [[Guru Nanak Dev]] visited and instilled an important lesson for his adherents. Still visible is the sacred rock with the hand print of Guru Nanak. Many thousands of faithful [[Sikh]]s from all over the Globe visit this shrine every year. However, twice a year, during special celebrations, an enormous number of Sikh pilgrims attend this Gurdwara from every corner of the world. Special visas are allocated by the [[Pakistan]] government to cater for the increased demand.

Revision as of 18:05, 11 May 2007

Gurdwara Panja Sahib

Gurudwara Panja Sahib

Gurdwara Panja Sahib is situated at Hasan Abdal, 48 km from Rawalpindi in Pakistan. This is one of the most holy places of Sikhism because it marks the spot where the founder of the faith, Guru Nanak Dev visited and instilled an important lesson for his adherents. Still visible is the sacred rock with the hand print of Guru Nanak. Many thousands of faithful Sikhs from all over the Globe visit this shrine every year. However, twice a year, during special celebrations, an enormous number of Sikh pilgrims attend this Gurdwara from every corner of the world. Special visas are allocated by the Pakistan government to cater for the increased demand.

Guru Nanak along with Bhai Mardana reached Hasan Abdal in Baisakh Samwat 1578 B.K. corresponding to 1521 A.D. in the summer season. Under a shady cool tree, Guru Nanak and Bhai Mardana started reciting Kirtan and their devotees gathered around. This annoyed Wali Qandhari but he was helpless. According to legend, Bhai Mardana was sent three times to Wali Qandhari so that he could obtain some water to quench his thirst. Wali Qandhari refused his request and was rude to him. In spite of this, Mardana still very politely stuck to his demand. The Wali ironically remarked : "Why don't you ask your Master whom you serve?" Mardana went back to the Guru in a miserable state and said "Oh Master ! I prefer death to thirst but will not approach Wali the egoist". The Guru replied "Oh Bhai Mardana ! Repeat the Name of God, the Almighty; and drink the water to your heart's content". The Guru put aside a big rock lying nearby and a pure fountain of water sprang up....Continued.

many thanks to User:Paapi for this article