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Guru Gobind Singh (1666 to 1708)

How and when was Sikh religion formalized? Read about the life of Gobind Singh, the tenth and last living guru of the Sikhs, and how he influenced Sikh history.
The Story of Guru Gobind Singh's Birth
Read the story of Guru Gobind Singh's birth as told from the perspective of his father Guru Teg Bahdur, mother Gujri, and the Muhammadan, Bhikan Shah.
Patna, the Birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh
Did you know that his father was not present when Guru Gobind Singh was born, and that he has two different birth dates? Find out about the events and location of Guru Gobind Singh’s birth here.
Guru Gobind Singh and the Origins of Sikh Baptism
Did you know that Guru Gobind Singh performed the first Sikh baptism and then asked to be baptized himself? Read about the first baptism ceremony and the initiation of Khalsa.
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