Bhai Mati Das Stays True

Bhai Mati Das was a faithful and gentle friend of Guru Tegh Bahadur. He loved God and never wished harm on anyone.

When powerful men tried to frighten him into giving up his beliefs, they offered him riches and comfort if he would only change. Bhai Mati Das smiled and said his faith was not for sale.

He asked only one thing — that he might keep facing his beloved Guru — and he stayed peaceful and kind to the very end, never once answering cruelty with hatred.