I am always an admirer and believer of Sikhism. "Zafarnama" as i am going to elaborate upon is not just a victory letter but it speaks about the virtues of defending dharma & righteousness against all odds. It speaks about the selflessness and unflinching path of sacrifice against formidable tyrant. Zafarnama is a victory letter sent by 10th guru Shri Guru Gobind Singh in 1705 to the Mughal Emperor of India, Aurangzeb. Even after the loss of men and material in battle at Chamkaur and sacrificing his beloved sons, the letter portrays the moral victory,valor ,confidence and truthfulness of Guru ji against a deceitful and treacherous Aurangzeb who lied an oath sworn on Qur'an. It was written in persian ,and is believed after reading it Aurangzeb who was around 91 felt miserable about his life deeds. He was remorseful and lost his peace of mind. The Zafarnama had a demoralizing effect on emperor Aurangzeb who saw his end looming over the horizon and his future regrettably bleak. Afterwards Aurangzeb passed away from feelings of remorse and regretful at what he had done in his sinful life time.
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