Chapter 21

Raja Ratan Rai Prepares to Meet the Guru

Two decades earlier, in the 1660s, Guru Tegh Bahadur embarked on a remarkable expedition, venturing far into the exotic realms of Bengal, Assam, and Eastern Indo-Asia. His mission was to spread the divine light of Sikhism to foreign lands.

As Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji was concluding his sacred journey and returning to his homeland, destiny intervened in the form of a desperate royal family in Assam. The queen, in her twilight years, had clung to a single hope—the house of Guru Nanak. With all their faith placed in Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, they sought a miracle, a child of their own. Years of barrenness had left them hopeless.

With unwavering compassion, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji bestowed his divine grace upon the king, granting a boon that they would have a son. To their astonishment, within a year, a child was born, marked with the exact imprint of the Guru's blessing—a miraculous birthmark.

Fast forward to the present day, the once-royal child learns of his extraordinary origin from his beloved queen mother. She weaves a poignant tale of the revered Guru, igniting a fire of devotion within him. Now a king himself, he yearns to meet the Guru, who had bestowed upon him the gift of life.

Determined to express his gratitude, the king commands his ministers to gather the most exquisite treasures—finest horses, majestic elephants, unparalleled weapons, and unparalleled jewels. These are not meant for his personal glory but are offerings to bring joy to the Guru's heart.

Having faith in Guru Sahib isn't some cheesy fiction; those families who have unwavering faith can transform and liberate generations.