Sudhāsar Kè Ratan — The Jewels of Srī Amritsar
By Resham Singh & Jivanpal Singh
Published by Bhai Gurdas Educational Trust + Virasati Asthan Seva
Available for pickup at the end of October
For over a 70 years, Sant Bābā Shām Singh Jī (1803–1926) performed Kirtan at Srī Harmandar Sāhib as its beloved kīrtanīā, a Sèvāpanthī Saint whose devotion became inseparable from the sound and spirit of Amritsar itself. Yet His remarkable life has never before been told in full for an English-reading audience. This new biography represents the most comprehensive biography of Sant Ji written so far.
Sudhāsar Kè Ratan draws together history, oral tradition, and rare source material to trace the journey of a Saint whose life was dedicated to Sèvā and Kīrtan at Srī Harmandar Sāhib. The first section (Chapters 1–17) presents the main biography, following Bābā Jī from His early years through the events and companions that shaped His legacy. The second section turns to Bhagat Prèm Prakāsh, Bābā Jī's own handwritten Granth, offering readers a window into His inner devotional world as well as presenting rare stories about famous and unknown Sikh personalities spanning the 19-20th centuries.
Published to mark His 100th Barsī on 24th April 2026), this first volume is both a tribute and an act of preservation, carefully researched to honour a life of extraordinary faith, and to ensure these jewels of Srī Amritsar are not lost to time.
A meaningful addition to the library of anyone drawn to Sikh philosophy, history, the heritage of Srī Harmandar Sāhib, and the lives of those who have served there.
About Bhai Gurdas Educational Trust + Virasati Asthan Seva
All proceeds from the sale of this book go directly towards funding the sèvā of two charities. The Bhai Gurdas Educational Trust uses these funds to support its work on Sikh history and philosophy, including the research and publication of future volumes.
Virasati Asthan Seva directs its share towards the conservation and restoration of Sikh heritage buildings, such as its Haveli Kavi Santokh Singh project. In purchasing this book, you become a part of this ongoing sèvā — helping to preserve and share the treasures of our history for generations to come.
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