2008 - Ter Centenary of Gur-Ta-Gaddi | Commemorative Coin

The 3rd commemorative coin of 2008 was released to mark the 300th Anniversary of Shri Guru Granth Sahib.

Shri Guru Granth Sahib stands as one of the most profound and revered scriptures in the world, embodying the spiritual, philosophical, and ethical essence of Sikhism. Compiled with divine vision and great devotion, it is not merely a holy book but the eternal and living Guru of the Sikh community. Its teachings transcend religion and time, offering guidance rooted in universal values such as compassion, humility, truthfulness, equality, and devotion to the Creator. The scripture embodies a message of unity, harmony, and spiritual enlightenment, promoting a path that is open to all humanity.

The origins of the Guru Granth Sahib trace back to the visionary efforts of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, the fifth Sikh Guru, who in 1604 compiled the first edition known as the Adi Granth. With deep foresight, he gathered the hymns of the Sikh Gurus along with the writings of saints and scholars from diverse backgrounds and regions, such as Bhagat Kabir, Bhagat Ravidas, Sheikh Farid, and others, who shared a belief in one universal God and moral living. This inclusiveness makes the scripture a unique spiritual treasure that celebrates unity in diversity. Written in the poetic form of Gurbani, the hymns are set to music across 31 ragas, enabling spiritual expression through melody and devotion.

In 1708, the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, bestowed the eternal Guru-ship upon the Guru Granth Sahib, affirming it as the spiritual guide of the Sikh community for all time. Since then, the scripture has been revered not only as a holy text but as the living embodiment of divine wisdom. It provides spiritual direction, moral clarity, and inner strength to millions of devotees who seek guidance through its teachings. Sikhs bow before the Guru Granth Sahib as they would before a revered teacher, acknowledging the sacred connection between the seeker and the divine word.

The teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib emphasize the importance of living an honest and righteous life, remembering God through meditation, serving humanity selflessly, and renouncing ego, hatred, and discrimination. It stresses that all human beings are equal regardless of caste, creed, gender, or background, a message that was revolutionary for its time and remains deeply relevant in the modern world. The scripture encourages individuals to rise above superficial differences and recognize the divine presence within all beings.

The Guru Granth Sahib is housed with utmost respect in gurdwaras across the world, where it is read, sung, and contemplated daily. Ceremonies such as Akhand Path, a continuous recitation of the entire scripture, reflect the devotion and reverence with which it is upheld. The practice of kirtan, the singing of Gurbani, forms the heart of Sikh worship, uplifting the mind and guiding the soul toward spiritual bliss. Through its divine message, the Guru Granth Sahib continues to illuminate lives, providing timeless wisdom that fosters peace, devotion, and unity among all.

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