1. Guru Amar Das Ji was the third of the ten Sikh Gurus and was born in 1479 in Goindwal, Punjab.
2. He was married to Mata Ramo Ji and had four children - two sons, Mohan and Mohri, and two daughters, Bibi Dani and Bibi Bhani.
3. Guru Amar Das Ji was a devout Sikh of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and served him with great devotion and respect.
4. He was given the title of Guru by Guru Angad Dev Ji and he went onto become the third Sikh Guru in 1552.
5. Guru Amar Das Ji is well known for his contribution to Sikhism, particularly in the areas of social reforms and spiritual development.
6. He established the Anand Karaj or “Blissful Union” as the official ceremony of Sikh weddings.
7. Guru Amar Das Ji was also a strong advocate of gender equality and women’s rights. He encouraged the education of women and allowed them to participate in Sikh religious ceremonies, something that was unheard of during his time.
8. Guru Amar Das Ji was a staunch believer in the importance of service to humanity and the importance of helping those in need. He strongly encouraged his followers to serve the poor and needy and to share resources with them.
9. He was a great advocate of religious tolerance and often preached that all religions should be respected and treated equally.
10. Guru Amar Das Ji was a great spiritual leader who spread the message of love and peace among his followers. He taught that human beings should live their lives in a righteous manner and serve God with devotion.
11. He was a firm believer in the importance of prayer and meditation and was known for his deep spiritual wisdom.
12. Guru Amar Das Ji passed away in 1574 at the age of 95 and his teachings continue to be followed by millions of Sikhs today.