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Guru Gobind Singh

The tenth Sikh Guru (1666–1708), poet and warrior, who founded the Khālsā and named the scripture as Guru.

Also: Gobind Singh

Jainism, Sikhism and other paths

Guru Gobind Singh became Guru at nine after the execution of his father, Guru Tegh Bahādur. He founded the Khālsā, wrote poetry in praise of the timeless God and led his community through war and the loss of all four sons. Before his death he ended the line of human Gurus, entrusting guidance to the scripture and the community.