The Successor of Guru Amar Das

Guru Amar Das chooses his successor by testing the patience and hard work of his two sons-in-law, ultimately selecting Jetha (Ram Das).

The Test of Patience and Perseverance

Once, Guru Amar Das was looking to choose a successor to take over his spiritual duties. He decided to test his two sons-in-law, one of whom would be the next Guru.

He asked both of them to build a platform according to his instructions. The two sons-in-law completed their platforms, but when the Guru inspected them, he told them, "Destroy both of them and build new platforms again."

The two sons-in-law followed the Guru’s orders and rebuilt the platforms. However, when the Guru inspected them again, he said, "Destroy both of them and build new platforms again."

This happened not just once, but three, four, five, and even six times. The elder of the two sons-in-law grew tired and gave up. But Jetha, the younger son-in-law, continued building the platforms, doing so with unwavering patience.

Jetha's Reward

Finally, after the seventh attempt, the Guru was satisfied with Jetha’s dedication and perseverance. The Guru declared that Jetha would be his successor and gave him the name Ram Das, which means "Servant of God." Guru Ram Das became the fourth Guru of the Sikhs.

Pearls of Wisdom

1. Why did the Guru choose Jetha as his successor?

The Guru chose Jetha because of his consistent hard work, patience, and dedication. Jetha demonstrated that he was a true devotee who did not mind the hardships that came his way. He continued to work diligently until the Guru was satisfied with his efforts.

🌟 **Moral**: Perseverance, patience, and hard work are the qualities that lead to success. When faced with challenges, a true devotee does not give up but continues striving until they reach their goal.

Disclaimer: This story reflects the teachings of Guru Amar Das. Please regard this as part of Sikh spiritual wisdom.