Sacred Relics Archive
Shastars & Artifacts of the Guru's Legacy
The relics carried on this tour are among the most treasured physical connections to Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji still in existence. Bestowed upon Bhai Roop Chand Ji in recognition of his devotion and seva, they have been preserved, protected, and quietly passed down within a single family line for more than three hundred years — surviving migration, partition, and the passage of countless generations.
Each item below is presented with the historical context recorded and passed down by the custodian family. Descriptions are drawn from oral history and family record, and are shared in the spirit of preserving and honouring this legacy for the wider sangat.
Kattar Sahib
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
A punch-dagger carried in the household of the sixth Guru, entrusted to the family and preserved as one of the earliest shastars in the collection.
Sri Sahib
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
This Sri Sahib was Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji Maharaj's personal shastar, which they adorned daily. Following the Battle of Mehraj, Guru Sahib blessed Bhai Roop Chand Ji with their sacred relic.
Puratan Teer
Arrows from Battle of Mehraj
Historic arrows recovered from the Battle of Mehraj, standing as a rare physical link to the military history of the Guru's era.
Pothi Sahib
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
This Pothi Sahib belonged to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj and was given to Bhai Roop Chand Ji's sons, Bhai Dharam Singh Ji and Bhai Param Singh Ji, at Takht Sri Hazur Sahib when they attained Guru Sahib's happiness.
Hukamnama Sahib
Banda Singh Bahadur
An original edict issued under Banda Singh Bahadur, documenting the family's recognised standing during a pivotal period of Sikh history.
Farman
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji
A royal decree issued by Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji, affirming the family's custodianship and standing within the Sikh Empire.
Puratan Painting
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
An early painting depicting the sixth Guru, held by the family as a rare artistic record alongside its collection of shastars and documents.
Ganga Sagar
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
This sacred vessel bears the touch of the sixth Sovereign, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji. From 1610–1644 CE, at Sri Amritsar Sahib, Guru Sahib used this vessel to serve water to the sangat. It stands as a historic relic meant to give the sangat a message of humility and the spirit of seva.
Bata
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
This sacred bowl was used by the sixth Sovereign, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, and stands as a symbol of his renunciation, heroic valour (bir-ras), and seva.
Bata
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
Bata of the Sixth Sovereign (Patshahi Chhevin), in the keeping of the heir of Bhai Roop Chand Ji.
Sheesha
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
When Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji stayed at the home of Baba Bhai Roop Chand Ji, it was in this sheesha (mirror) that Guru Sahib would adorn their dastaar.
Dhal
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
This dhal (shield) was used by Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji in the Battle of Mehraj.
Baltohi
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
The historic baltohi (water-pot) of the sixth Sovereign, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji. This baltohi is accorded religious significance.
Karmandal Sahib
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
This is the Karmandal Sahib of Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, with which Bhai Roop Chand Ji would purify Guru Sahib's hands.
Peerha Sahib
Mata Damodari Ji
The Peerha Sahib (low seat) of Mata Damodari Ji, consort of the sixth Sovereign, Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji. It is preserved with the family of Bhai Roop Chand Ji at village Bhai Rupa, district Bathinda.
Rath Sahib
Mata Ganga Ji
From the rath (chariot) of Mata Ganga Ji, kept in the collection with respect and devotion.
35 Akhari (Gurmukhi Alphabet)
Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji
The sacred 35 Akhari — the Gurmukhi alphabet — written in the very hand of Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji, who gave the Gurmukhi script its birth.
Simran (Mala)
Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji
The holy simran — the mala held in the hand of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji — kept in a gilded case within the collection. The sangat is invited to take its darshan and receive his gracious glance.
Karmandal Sahib
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
This is the Karmandal Sahib of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, with which Bhai Roop Chand Ji would purify Guru Sahib's hands.
Katar Sahib
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
One of the sacred and ancient weapons attributed to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, showing the traditional forge techniques.
Pothi Sahib (Written in Gold)
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
This sacred Pothi Sahib belongs to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, written in noble gold ink. Being highly pleased with the dedicated seva of Baba Bhai Roop Chand Ji, Guru Sahib Ji graciously blessed him with this sacred Pothi. It is more than 350 years old, believed to date to approximately 1675–1680 CE, and features intricate floral motifs and gold-leaf illumination.
Hukamnama Sahib
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
This historic Hukamnama Sahib is of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. It carries special commands (adesh) for the sangat.
Jangi Dhal (War Shield)
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
This historical war shield is believed to be meticulously crafted from the incredibly tough hide of a seal. Its unique construction provides exceptional durability and protection. Once used by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, it embodies a fusion of natural strength and spiritual warrior craft.
Sri Sahib (Small Kirpan)
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
A profound heirloom and symbol of the Warrior-Saint tradition, this kirpan is attributed to the tenth Guru, exemplifying bravery, commitment to justice, and the Sikh spirit.
Jangi Chakkar
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
A glimpse of a historic chakar (war quoit) used in the Battle of Sri Chamkaur Sahib.
Chhota Khanda Sahib
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
Vaddi Sri Sahib
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
The Vaddi Sri Sahib — the large sword — of Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji.
Dhal
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
Dhal
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
Katar
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji
The katar of Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji.
Dhal
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
Barchhe (Spears)
Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji
The barchhe (spears) of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
Puratan Hath Pothi Sahib
The Collection at Village Bhai Rupa
The puratan hath Pothi Sahib — ancient handwritten Pothi Sahib — kept wrapped in rumala within the family's collection.
Eight-Foot Pothi Sahib
The Collection at Village Bhai Rupa
A Pothi Sahib measuring eight feet in length.
Saroop of Adi Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji
Written by Bhai Mani Singh Ji
A saroop of Adi Sri Guru Granth Sahib Maharaj in the handwriting of Bhai Mani Singh Ji.
Coin bearing “Khalsa hai Akal Sahai”
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji
A coin of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji bearing the inscription “Khalsa hai, Akal Sahai”.
Puratan Sikka (Ancient Coin)
The Collection at Village Bhai Rupa
Ink-Making Vessel
The Collection at Village Bhai Rupa
A puratan relic used for making shahi (ink).
Provenance & Preservation
The custodian family follows traditional practices of care passed down alongside the relics themselves — from the manner of storage and transport to the maryada observed whenever the items are displayed. Visitors on tour are invited to view these artifacts as living pieces of Sikh history, not museum objects, and to approach them with the same reverence shown by the family across fourteen generations.