Guru ji and the Sangat had rested 6 km away from Amritsar. They rested for a about an hour. Guru Arjan Dev ji sat down with his eyes closed. He sat in Samadhi as his body was completely still.
The news spread in Amritsar that Guru ji had arrived close to Amritsar. Sri Hargobind ji, the beautiful one, was happy that his father had arrived. His face blossomed like the lotus flower. His eyes were gleaming. The news was like sun rays that made his eyes bloom. Baba Bhudda Sahib ji was happy to hear the news as well as Bhai Gurdas ji. All of the Sikhs in Amritsar were happy. The task that Guru ji went for, he had succeeded. Mata Ganga ji was really happy to hear this as well: “Guru ji has brought the Pothis of the Gurus in a paalki. Guru ji walked barefoot.” Everyone made preparations and lit incenses. They took garlands of flowers and went to receive Guru ji. Sandalwood was burned along with other essences. They took Karah Prashaad and sweets along with them. Sri Hargobind ji was with them as well. They were like fish caught in the web of Guru ji’s love. The people of Amritsar had heard the news and went to receive Guru ji as well. Many of these Sikhs used to see Guru ji everyday but did not get to see him for the past few days. They went with great enthusiasm and ran towards Guru ji. They all saw and met Guru Arjan Dev ji. They all bowed to his feet along with Sri Hargobind ji. The ones who brought gifts, such as sweets, money and flowers, placed them at Guru ji’s feet. Everyone’s eyes were gleaming, seeing Guru ji. It was like the lotus blooming seeing the sun. Guru Arjan Dev ji took Sri Hargobind ji in his lap and hugged him. Baba Bhudda ji and Bhai Gurdas ji came. Guru ji asked them how they were and they answered with their hands folded: “by your blessings, we are well. There is always bliss in your home.” The Sikhs brought incense and sandalwood along with flowers. The Sikhs showered flowers upon the Pothis and blew the conches. They lit incense and worshipped the Pothis as per Guru Arjan Dev ji’s instructions. The arriving Sangat and the receiving Sangat met by doing Keertan. They were all happy to see each other.
Everyone then continued to do Keertan and headed towards Amritsar Sahib. The Chaurs were waved over the Pothis. It was about 2 hours till sunset when the Sangat met in Amritsar. Dhundhabs, Napheeryas and conches were sounded. Sri Guru Arjan Dev ji and Sri Hargobind ji were walking with the Pothis. It was like Brahma, Vishnu, Inder and others establishing the tradition of respecting the Vedas. With great enthusiasm, they entered Amritsar Sahib. Many flower garlands were placed upon the paalki. Flowers were showered on top with sandalwood essences. The Sangat shouted out Jaikaras and came near the Sarovar. They stood near the eastern side of the Sarovar now known as Tharra Sahib. The paalki was set down with respect. Guru Sahib and the Sangat all sat down. The beggars were given many donations. They received what they asked for. A great crowd gathered at Guru ji’s home. Karah Prashaad was distributed which made everyone happy. It was a very happy occasion that the Bani of the 4 Gurus had come to Amritsar.
Guru ji held the evening Divaan in the presence of the Pothi Sahibs. It was the place of Athsath Teerath. Baba Bhudda ji was asked to lead the Sangat to do Keertan all night. He was asked to do Simran of Satnam, all night long. The master, Guru Arjan Dev ji and Sri Hargobind ji bowed their heads. They then came to the Darshani Deodi and bowed. They then went to the Harmandhir Sahib and did 4 Parkarmas of Harmandhir Sahib to thank Guru Ramdas ji. Guru ji stood inside Harmandhir Sahib and folded his hands. He bowed and then came back to his home. Sri Hargobind ji was with him, who walked slowly to their home.
The servants and maids of Guru ji’s home came outside and bowed to Guru ji. Guru ji asked how everyone was and went inside the home. Mata Ganga ji got up and bowed to her husband’s feet. Guru ji sat on his seat with his son. It was like Dashrath and Ram Chander ji sitting on the seat. Guru ji told Mata Ganga ji about his travels, meeting the elder Bhallas and Trehans, and how he came home. Mata Ganga ji was happy to hear and then prepared food for Guru ji. She sat by and fanned Guru ji as he ate. She cooked the food herself for her husband, seeing him as the Master of the Universe. Guru ji then laid down on his bed to sleep. Sri Hargobind ji laid down on the bed nearby.
Guru ji woke up at Amritvela and did his cleansing routines. He bathed at the well and then came to the Dukh Bhanjani Beri. He then bathed in the Sarovar. He went to the Tharra Sahib and sat down in Samadhi. He connected with the Sat, Chetan and Anand form. He was the Anand form himself. The sun came up and the birds began to sing. Guru ji opened his eyes and noticed that the day was here. Guru ji got up and did the big Parkarmas of the Sarovar. He then came to the Darshani Deodi and bowed his head. He then crossed the bridge to the Harmandhir Sahib and did 4 Parkarmas there. Guru ji then came back to the Athsath Teerath and sat down. He looked like Shiva sitting in the Kailash Mountain. The Sikhs sat around him, looking like Devatas. A Divaan was in progress. Guru ji was sitting in the middle and spoke: “listen to me carefully, Bhai Gurdas ji, there is a great effort in what I am about to tell you that will give peace and joy to the whole world: you are wise and know Gurbani; I am giving you the task to scribe the Guru Granth Sahib ji. The ones who are not wise and do not have the strength of the mind to do Tapp or yagna; cannot control their mind or keep their desires in control, you will make a bridge for these people to cross this world. This world is an ocean of fire. It is deep. Guru Granth Sahib ji will be the bridge which will help these people across. Concentrate and work on this task. Millions will be saved by this effort. The saints who come to earth, their mission is to help people cross this world successfully. Find a place where there would be solitude. It should be beautiful, green and joyful. Water should be nearby with a nice shade. There should be trees with green leaves.” Bhai Gurdas ji responded: “oh gracious Guru, the place which pleases you, that will be the best place. That would be the place where a lot of people won’t come.”
Sri Guru Arjan Dev ji got up and began to find a place where Guru Granth Sahib ji would be scribed. Baba Bhudda ji and Bhai Gurdas ji went with him. Other senior Aatam Gyani Sikhs went with Guru ji as well. Guru ji headed towards the east of the Amritsar Sarovar. Guru ji was always thinking well for everyone. For a while, Guru ji walked but did not find a place to sit. Guru ji looked into the distance and saw Pippal trees. There were a lot of trees there. Guru ji saw lush and green leaves on the trees. Many Beri trees could be seen which had green leaves. There was a group of trees which gave a steady shade. Jhand trees were close by with Kareer trees. The leaves were moving with the wind blowing. It was a very nice and pleasant place. The shade was nice and cool. Greenery could be seen all around. The greenery was new, without thorns. There was a little pond nearby. Guru ji liked this place. Sri Guru ji saw this place and said to Bhai Gurdas ji: “this place is like the Panchvati (where Ram Chander ji lived in his exile). The land is even and filled with grass. There are many trees here. This is the place where I wish to sit. Call the servants and have a tent set up. There is solitude here. There is no noise here.” Bhai Gurdas ji said: “the place which pleases you is the best. I like this place as well. There is water, nice land and the place is good to sit. You have called this place Panchvati, so this place will be holy. Whoever comes here will receive the rewards of coming here.” The tents were called and set up as per Guru ji’s instructions. Guru ji said: “I am going back to Amritsar, make sure the place is prepared well. When I come back here, the tents should be put up.” Guru ji gave out his commands and came back home. The Guru which wanted to give joy to his Sikh, came back home.