Ten Gurus of the Sikhs (Their Life Story)

Book Details

• Author: Kusum P. Ghatage
• Publisher: Bharatiya Vidya Bhawan
• Language: English
• Edition: 2005
• ISBN: 8172763735
• Pages: 946 (10 Color Illustrations)
• Cover: Hardcover
• Dimensions: 25.5 cm x 19 cm
• Weight: 1.90 kg

About the Book

• This comprehensive work highlights the life stories of the Ten Sikh Gurus, covering the significant contributions made by:
  1. Sri Guru Nanak
  2. Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji
  3. Sri Guru Amardas Ji
  4. Sri Guru Ramadas Ji
  5. Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji
  6. Sri Guru Har Gobind Ji
  7. Sri Guru Har Rai Ji
  8. Sri Guru Har Krishan Ji
  9. Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji
  10. Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
• Spanning from the 15th to the 18th centuries, the book addresses the underrepresentation of their roles in history by Western and Indian historians.
• It is an English translation of a monumental Marathi book by Kusum P. Ghatage, translated by Pramila Naniwadekar and Gp. Capt. (Retd.) Moreshwar Naniwadekar.
• The narratives are meant to inspire individuals worldwide to remember God and lead a life of dignity and honesty.

About the Author

• Kusum P. Ghatage was born in a traditional Hindu family in Sangli, Maharashtra.
• She lived in East Africa (Tanganyika, now Tanzania) for over 40 years, fostering bonds of unity among various Indian communities.
• After returning to India, she settled in Hyderabad but often revisits Arusha, Tanzania.
• A multilingual scholar, Kusum Ghatage even learned Punjabi Gurumukhi Script to enhance her understanding of Sikh teachings.
• Her dedication to cultural harmony and in-depth research into the Sikh Gurus’ lives reflect her passion for preserving and promoting Indian traditions.