barublogSangat’s Journey to Guru Arjan Dev Ji
During Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s time, a group of devoted Sikhs journeyed from Kabul, Afghanistan, to Amritsar to have darshan of the Guru. Along the way, they encountered a Sikh and his wife who welcomed them with immense love and care. This humble Sikh selflessly served the sangat, massaging their legs, bringing them water, and ensuring their comfort throughout their journey.
A Humble Task at the Darbar Sahib
Upon reaching Darbar Sahib, the jathedar of the Kabul sangat requested some boys to take care of the sangat’s shoes. Eager to have the first darshan of Guru Ji, none of the boys volunteered. The same humble Sikh stepped forward, offering to clean and care for the shoes so others could proceed inside.
The Sangat’s Wait for Guru Arjan Dev Ji
Inside the Darbar Sahib, the sangat eagerly awaited Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s arrival. However, even after 30-45 minutes, Guru Ji did not appear. Concerned, the jathedar approached Baba Buddha Ji to inquire about Guru Ji’s absence.
The Revelation of True Sewa
Baba Buddha Ji informed the jathedar that Guru Ji had gone to meet the sangat from Kabul. Confused, the jathedar clarified that the sangat from Kabul had already arrived. Baba Buddha Ji then asked about the Sikh who had accompanied them. Realizing the Sikh was still outside cleaning shoes, Baba Buddha Ji and the sangat went to find him.
Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s Divine Example
To their astonishment, they found the Sikh cleaning the sangat’s shoes with his own chola. It was none other than Guru Arjan Dev Ji Himself. Overwhelmed, Baba Buddha Ji questioned why Guru Ji was performing such a humble task. Guru Ji responded with a profound lesson: “I have not seen Guru Nanak Dev Ji, but you have. Look closely at this pair of shoes.” Baba Buddha Ji immediately recognized them as Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s shoes, signifying the divine presence and sanctity of the act.
The Moral of the Sakhi
This sakhi teaches the essence of true sewa—service performed with humility and devotion. Whether cleaning a child’s shoes, a woman’s, or a man’s, view them as sacred. Who knows if the shoes belong to Sahibzaade, Bibi Bhani, or Bhai Bailo? Every act of sewa carries divine potential.
This timeless story reminds us to serve selflessly, treating every task as an opportunity to connect with the Guru’s grace.
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