Nishan Sahib

Nishan Sahib

These points will help us know more about the Nishan Sahib and its importance in Sikhism -

• In the words Nishan and Sahib, Nishan means Symbol and Sahib means Lord or master. Sahib is used often in Sikhism to depict respect.

• Nishan Sahib is triangular in shape and Saffron in color. The mast is covered with the material from the same cloth.

• Nishan Sahib is given by the Sixth Guru, Shri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji and the first Nishan Sahib was hoisted at Akal Takht Sahib in front of Gurudwara Darbar Sahib, Amritsar in 1609.

• The symbol in Nishan Sahib is composed of a Khanda, a Chakra around Khanda and two Kirpans of Miri and Piri.

NISHAN SAHIB

• Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji wore two Kirpans of Miri and Piri. Miri is the symbol of Rule and Piri is the symbol of Faith. At that time, Faith needed protection and hence Guru Hargobind Ji wore two Kirpans and participated in battles to defend the faith.

• Nishan Sahib is a symbol that helps people to know that their is a Gurudwara nearby where they will get food to eat and place to rest and sleep.

• Nishan Sahib is also a symbol of victory. Nishan Sahib is hoisted at the place which is conquered by the Sikhs.

• There is a Khanda on the top of Nishan Sahib.

• The height of Nishan Sahib helps visitors find Gurudwara easily so they can have food from the free kitchen and place to stay. Also, the height of Nishan Sahib teaches the Sikhs to stay in Chardikala all times, i.e. in High spirits.

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