In the quiet village of Talwandi (now Nankana Sahib), a humble mother cradled an extraordinary child—one who would become the beacon of spiritual revolution. Mata Tripta Ji, the revered mother of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, wasn’t just a parent; she was the first to recognize the divine radiance in her son and the sacred force behind Sikhism’s dawn.

A Life of Faith and Foresight
Born to Bhai Rama Ji and Mata Bihari Ji in Chahal village (near Lahore), Mata Tripta married Mehta Kalu Ram (Bhai Kalyan Das Ji) and settled in Talwandi. Her life was marked by unwavering devotion:
- 1464 CE: Gave birth to her first child, Bibi Nanaki Ji—a daughter whose name later inspired Guru Nanak’s own.
- 1469 CE: Welcomed Guru Nanak Dev Ji, whose birth illuminated the world like the rising sun, as described by Bhai Gurdas Ji.
From infancy, Mata Tripta sensed her son’s divine purpose. While Mehta Kalu initially lamented having a daughter first, Mata Tripta embraced God’s will, raising both children with equal love and spiritual grounding.
The Mother Who Shaped a Guru
- Unconditional Love: She pampered young Nanak, nurturing his contemplative nature despite societal skepticism.
- Sacred Bond: When Guru Nanak returned from his udasis (spiritual journeys), she pleaded, “Stay with me now.” He honored her wish, bringing her to Kartarpur Sahib.
- Final Moments: In 1522 CE, Mata Tripta breathed her last in Guru Nanak’s lap. Breaking rigid rituals, he performed her last rites with dignity, not dogma—a testament to Sikhi’s rejection of empty customs.
Legacy: The First Sikh Mother
Mata Tripta Ji’s legacy transcends time:
- She proved a mother’s intuition is divine wisdom—her heart knew Nanak was no ordinary child.
- Her acceptance of Bibi Nanaki challenged gender biases, embodying equality before Guru Nanak preached it.
- Her lap was the first “school” of Sikhism, where the world’s spiritual teacher learned compassion.
“She didn’t just give birth to a son—she nurtured the light that would dispel the darkness of Kali Yuga.”
🌿 Dhan Dhan Mata Tripta Ji 🌿
The mother who held the sun in her arms—and gifted it to the world.