HARAMBAY (MAGHAR) If the hard-hearted sinner dies at Banarasa, he cannot save himself from hell. If the saint of the Lord dies at Harambay, he ferries across many people besides himself. (Asa Kabir, p. 484) Harambay seems to be another narne for Maghar, where, according to tradition, if anyone dies, he is reborn as an ass. In the above reference, Kabir has rejected such a viewpoint. See : Maghar
References :
1. Kohli, Surindar Singh (ed), Dictionary of Mythological References in Guru Granth Sahib, 1993
The term Harambay does not directly appear in Hindu mythology but is mentioned in Sikh traditions and spiritual contexts. According to Sikh references, Harambay is another name for Maghar, a place associated with spiritual beliefs and practices. In Sikh scripture, it is noted that dying at Harambay (Maghar) holds no negative spiritual consequences, contrary to certain traditional beliefs that considered it inauspicious. This teaching emphasizes the rejection of superstitions and the importance of living a righteous life over attaching significance to specific locations.
For example, Kabir, a revered saint and poet, challenged the notion that dying in Banaras (a sacred city) guarantees liberation, while dying in Maghar leads to unfavorable rebirths. Instead, he taught that liberation depends on one’s devotion and actions, not the place of death.
