Sant Baba Isher Singh Rara Sahib

Sant Baba Isher Singh Rara Sahib: A Spiritual Master

Sant Baba Isher Singh Rara Sahib was a renowned Sikh saint and preacher who lived in the 20th century. He was born on 5th August 1905, in Alowal, a village near Patiala, in the family of Baba Ram Singh Ji, who was the head of that village. He was always yearning for the company of saints and the truth. He received his education at Model School Patiala, where he excelled in studies, games, and social work. He was also very fond of listening to the historical accounts of the lives of the Sikh Gurus and the stories of the lives of saintly and divine people.

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He was initiated into the Sikh faith by Sant Attar Singh Ji Reru Sahib, who blessed him with Amrit and gave him two principles: to be a firm believer of Atam Marg (the spiritual path) and to constantly practice and preach Nam (the divine name). He also met Sant Attar Singh Ji Mastuana Sahib, who was another great spiritual master of his time. After the demise of Sant Attar Singh Ji Reru Sahib, he moved to Rara Sahib with his companion Sant Kishen Singh Ji, where they started meditating in a small jungle. They would sit in samadhi (deep meditation) for hours starting from midnight, which made their health deteriorate. They were then taken to Delhi for treatment, where they recovered gradually.

Sant Baba Isher Singh Rara Sahib became famous for his divine kirtan (musical recitation of Gurbani) and his inspiring discourses on Sikh scriptures and history. He traveled extensively across India and abroad to spread the message of Sikhism and to awaken the masses to their spiritual heritage. He also established many gurudwaras, schools, colleges, hospitals, and other institutions for the welfare of the people. He was revered by people from all walks of life, including rulers and kings. He had a very kind and compassionate personality and he helped many people in their spiritual and worldly problems. He also performed many miracles by the grace of God.

He left his mortal body on 26th August 1975 at Nanaksar Thath Isher Darbar in Ludhiana. His samadhi (memorial) is located at Gurdwara Karamsar Rara Sahib, where thousands of devotees pay their respects every day. His legacy is carried on by his successor Sant Baba Kishen Singh Ji Rara Sahib, who is also a great spiritual master and preacher. His kirtan and discourses are available online for anyone who wants to listen to them and benefit from them. He is regarded as one of the greatest saints of Sikhism and a shining example of living in harmony with God's will.

References:

[Sant Isher Singh Ji - SikhiWiki, free Sikh encyclopedia]

[Sant Baba Isher Singh (Rara Sahib) - All Gurbani Online - SikhNet]

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