ਹਰਿਮੰਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ

Definition

Sri Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar, the holiest gurdwara, gleaming in gold over its sacred pool.

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Etymology

The name 'ਹਰਿਮੰਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ' (Harmandir Sahib) translates to 'Abode of God', where 'ਹਰਿ' (Har) signifies God and 'ਮੰਦਰ' (mandar) means temple. The temple was constructed in the 16th century to promote Sikh values and serves as a major pilgrimage site.

How & Where It’s Used

This term is primarily used in formal and religious contexts. It's spoken in Punjabi and also appears in written materials such as religious texts, emphasizing its significance in Sikh culture.

Literary Heritage

Referenced frequently in Sikh poetry and hymns, notably within the Guru Granth Sahib, and commonly mentioned in literature concerning Sikh history.

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