ST Sikh Historical Tradition
The visit is recorded in Sikh historical and traditional sources such as janamsakhis or Bhai Gurdas. This is presented as tradition, not as independently proven fact.
Story
Baghdad is stronger in early Sikh poetic memory than many other western cities. Classification: Sikh historical tradition (Bhai Gurdas), not independently corroborated here by Arabic chronicles.
The Sakhi
According to Sikh tradition, Guru Nanak Dev Ji was in Baghdad and engaged local spiritual figures. Later shrine stories exist; they are tradition.
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Sources
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Bhai Gurdas, Vaar 1
— Bhai Gurdas
An early Sikh poetic source that alludes to Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s travels, including western destinations in Sikh tradition. It is not a modern travel itinerary. -
Janamsakhi tradition
Multiple janamsakhi recensions describe journeys of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Recensions differ on sequence and some destinations.