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Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469-1539):Of the ten Sikh Gurus, the first was Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. Preaching equality, love, and service to humanity, he emphasized "Ik Onkar" (there is only one God). Sikh ethics and philosophy are based on his teachings.

Guru Angad Dev Ji (1504-1552):The second Sikh Guru, Guru Angad Dev Ji, succeeded Guru Nanak. He codified the Gurmukhi script, which came to be used to write Punjabi. In order to encourage Sikhs to lead healthy lifestyles, Guru Angad Dev Ji also placed a strong emphasis on physical exercise and created wrestling and other sports.

Guru Amar Das Ji (1479-1574):The concept of the "langar," or communal kitchen, was founded by the third Sikh Guru, Guru Amar Das Ji, to enable individuals from all socioeconomic classes to join together and share a meal. Additionally, he presented the Sikh Anand Karaj marriage ritual.

Guru Ram Das Ji (1534-1581):Amritsar was established by the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ram Das Ji, who also initiated the construction of Harmandir Sahib, popularly referred to as the Golden Temple. He emphasized service to God, humility, and devotion.

Guru Arjan Dev Ji (1563-1606): The Adi granth was compiled by the fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and later became the holy scripture of Sikhism, the Guru Granth Sahib. In addition, he finished the Harmandir Sahib and gave his life to protect justice and the truth.

Guru Har Gobind Sahib Ji (1595-1644):The sixth Sikh Guru constructed Akal Takht as a representation of temporal authority and gave Sikhs their first taste of military command. He placed equal emphasis on martial arts training and spirituality.

Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji (1630-1661): The seventh Guru of the Sikhs was renowned for his kindness toward all living things. In Kiratpur Sahib, he founded a wildlife refuge and promoted herbal medicine.

Guru Har Krishan Sahib Ji (1656-1664):At an early age, Guru Har Krishan Sahib Ji became the seventh Sikh Guru. He is known for his unselfish assistance to those in need during Delhi's smallpox epidemic, providing aid to them without regard to their race.

Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji (1621-1675): The ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, gave his life in defense of human rights and religious liberty. He became a martyrdom icon for Sikhs because of his opposition to oppression and forced conversions.

Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1666-1708):The tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, established the Khalsa Panth, also known as the Order of Pure Ones, and established the five Ks, which stand for uncut hair, a wooden comb, a steel bracelet, cotton undergarments, and a ceremonial sword, as markers of Sikh identity. Additionally, he announced that Sri Guru Granth Sahib would be the Sikh people's eternal spiritual guide and that there would no longer be any human Gurus

REFERENCES:

 * 1) Cole, W. Owen, ed., & Piara Singh Sambhi, trans. The Sacred Writings of the Sikhs. London: George Allen & Unwin Ltd., 1984. This book provides translations of key texts from the Sikh tradition, including excerpts from the Guru Granth Sahib and other works associated with the Gurus.
 * 2) Singh,  Nikky - Gurinder Kaur. Songs of the Saints from Hindustan. Berkeley: University of California Press, 1983. This volume offers English translations of devotional poetry composed by medieval Indian mystics, including several works attributed to the Sikh Gurus. The Sikh Gurus and the Temple of Amritsar by Hew McLeod
 * 3) The Sikh Way: Thoughts and Images in Telling the Story of the Sikhs by Wazir Singh
 * 4) The Encyclopedia of Sikhism edited by Har bans Singh
 * 5) Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the holy scripture of the Sikhs which contains the teachings of all ten Sikh Gurus.
 * 6) Websites such as  Sikh wiki  ()  and All About Sikhs () also have information on the Sikh Gurus.