Teachings of Guru Amar Das Ji
Composer of Anand Sahib & Pioneer of Social Equality & Manji System
Core Legacy of Guru Amar Das Ji
Guru Amar Das Ji (1479 – 1574 CE), the third Sikh Guru, institutionalized the rule of 'Pangat before Sangat', established 22 Manjis (missionary zones), and abolished sati & veil customs.
Key Historic Reforms
Pangat Before Sangat
Radical Equality
Mandated that everyone—including Emperor Akbar—must sit side by side on the floor in Langar before meeting the Guru.
22 Manji System
Organizational Structure
Established 22 administrative branches across the subcontinent for spreading Gurbani, appointing female preachers as well.
Social & Women Empowerment
Abolishing Sati & Veil
Strictly banned the practice of Sati (burning widows), caste discrimination, and compulsory veil wearing.
Key Spiritual Contributions
Composition of Anand Sahib
Authored the 40-pauri Anand Sahib (Song of Bliss) recited at all Sikh occasions.
Construction of Baoli Sahib
Built the sacred Baoli Sahib (stepwell with 84 steps) at Sri Goindwal Sahib.
Exemplary Devotion & Sewa
Fetched water daily for 12 years from Beas river for Guru Angad Dev Ji's bath in total humility.
907 Sacred Hymns
Contributed 907 hymns to Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji emphasizing bliss, detachment, and love for Naam.