The Akal Takht, meaning "Throne of the Timeless One," stands as the supreme temporal authority of the Khalsa and one of five takhts in Sikhism. Located within...
The Akal Takht is the highest temporal seat of authority for the Sikh community globally, translating to "Throne of the Timeless One," representing both spiritual and temporal power.
It is situated directly opposite the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) within the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar, Punjab, India.
Its primary function is to issue edicts (Hukamnamas) on religious, social, and political issues affecting the global Sikh community, serving as the supreme judicial and executive body.
There are five Takhts in Sikhism, collectively known as the Panj Takht, with Akal Takht Sahib being the foremost among them.