Takht Sahib #1 · The Supreme Throne of Temporal Authority & Justice
Sri Akal Takht Sahib
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ ਤਖ਼ਤ ਸਾਹਿਬ
Sri Amritsar, Punjab1606 CE by Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
Situated directly opposite the bridge leading to Sri Harmandir Sahib, Sri Akal Takht Sahib (Throne of the Timeless One) is the highest seat of temporal authority in the Sikh world.
Sacred History & Panthic Significance
- Sixth Patshah Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji laid the foundation stone in 1606 CE alongside venerable elders Baba Buddha Ji and Bhai Gurdas Ji, raising the 12-foot raised platform entirely without hired labor.
- Symbolizes the inseparable integration of Miri (temporal justice and sovereignty) and Piri (spiritual contemplation and humility).
- The supreme forum where Panthic consensus is deliberated, Gurmattas are resolved, and universally binding Hukamnamas are issued to the global Sikh community.
- Houses the historic sacred weapons (Shastars) of the Sikh Gurus and revered warriors of the Khalsa Panth, presented daily for public darshan after evening prayers.