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Hukamnama (edict) of Mata Sahib Devan (Mata Sahib Kaur) dated to 10 September 1726 addressed to Bhai Alam Singh

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English: Hukamnama (the word 'Hukamnama' in Sikhism, used in the historical sense, refers to the issued edict, order, or injunction by the Sikh gurus or their officiated followers and associates) of Mata Sahib Devan (Mata Sahib Kaur, born as Sahib Devan Bassi, the third wife of Guru Gobind Singh) dated to 10 September 1726 addressed to Bhai Alam Singh. She is known for being the mother of the Guru Khalsa Panth.

Translation of its contents:

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"Ik Oangkaar Satguru Ji. Bhai Aalam Singh, Jathedar (Sikh leader) of sangat (Sikh congregation) and whole family, may the Guru protect you."

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"Ik Oangkaar Satguru Jio, the Khalsa belongs to Akal Purakh (the Timeless Being), it is the command of respected Mata Sahib Devi Ji, Bhai Aalam Singh, Jathedar (Sikh leader) of sangat and whole family, Guru will protect you, always recite Guru Guru and make your life worthwhile, it is my utmost happiness, you are my beloved children, the complete Guru will bless you with Degh (cauldron - symbolizing langar, charity, free kitchen), Tegh (sword - symbolizing power, strength, and independent reign) and Fateh (victory), it is is my request that I write to you regarding the need for langar (free kitchen), through your hard work, place a part of your earning as authorized payment in the hands of Gurbaksh Singh Bhagat Mevra, whichever Singh desires to contribute into the langar, the complete Guru will bless his hard-earned money and provide him with abundance, Guru will protect you as his own."

"Year 1783 Bikrami, Asu Vadhi 10" = 10th September, 1726 AD

(translation taken from http://www.gurudiprit.blogspot.com)
Date 10 September 1726
Source http://gurudiprit.blogspot.com/2020/05/mata-sahib-devan-jis-hukamnama-sahib.html
Author Mata Sahib Devan (also known as Mata Sahib Kaur, born as Sahib Devan Bassi) and her scribe.

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