Founded Sikhism and introduced the message of one God, equality, honest work, and seva. (1469–1539)
Strengthened the community and standardised Gurmukhi script, giving Sikh teachings a stable written form. (1504–1552)
Expanded Langar as a social equaliser and built strong community structures through preaching centres.
Founded Amritsar and deepened Sikh spiritual practice through hymns and community organisation.
Compiled the Adi Granth (foundation of Guru Granth Sahib) and built the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple).
Led with compassion and strong discipline, promoting care, healing traditions, and responsible leadership.
Became Guru at a young age and is remembered for humility and service, especially during suffering and disease.
Remembered as Hind Di Chadar for defending freedom of conscience and resisting forced conversion pressures.
Founded the Khalsa (1699) and ended the line of human Gurus by declaring Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal Guru.