Sri Guru Ramdas Ji Jyoti Jyota Samai Tithi

Jyoti Jyota Samai commemorates the physical departure of Guru Ram Das Ji in 1581 at Amritsar. He had served as the fourth Sikh Guru for approximately seven years, during which he founded the city of Amritsar and began the construction of the sacred Sarovar that would become the spiritual heart of Sikhism.

Guru Ram Das Ji's passing was a moment of deep significance for the Sikh community. His vision for Amritsar and the sacred pool had created a physical and spiritual centre that would endure for centuries. The light passed to his son, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, who would complete the construction of the Harmandir Sahib and compile the Adi Granth.

The day is observed with prayers, kirtan, and readings from the Guru Granth Sahib. Devotees remember Guru Ram Das Ji's humility, devotion, and visionary service. The observance is a celebration of the city and the sacred institution he founded, which continue to be the spiritual centre of Sikhism worldwide.