Introduction
Have you ever heard of a bird that never touches the earth? In the holy city of Sri Anandpur Sahib, the tenth master, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, performed a miraculous feat that left even great sages in awe. This is the story of the arrows that defied gravity and disappeared into the heavens—a story that carries a deep spiritual lesson for every seeker.
The Legend of the Anal Bird (The Huma)
The story begins with the mention of a rare and mythical creature known as the Anal Bird (also referred to as the Huma bird). This bird is unique because:

• It never lands: It lives its entire life in the sky, never setting foot on the ground.
• Life in the Air: It lays its eggs in the atmosphere. The chick hatches while falling and learns to fly before it ever hits the earth.
• Symbol of Royalty: It is said that if the shadow of an Anal bird falls on a person, they are destined to become a king.
  The Sage’s Gift
  One day, a sage (often identified as Narad Muni in a disguised form) arrived at the court of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He brought a rare and precious gift: the feathers of the Anal bird. He requested the Guru to use these feathers on his arrows, knowing that the Guru was the greatest archer of all time.
  The Arrows That Never Returned
  Guru Ji attached these celestial feathers to his special arrows. One day, to demonstrate a divine truth to his Sikhs, Guru Ji aimed his bow toward the sky and released the arrows.
  The Sikhs waited for the arrows to fall back to the ground, as they always did. They searched for miles, but not a single arrow could be found. When the Sikhs asked in wonder where the arrows had gone, Guru Ji revealed the secret:

“Because these feathers belonged to the Anal bird—a creature of the heavens—they had a natural pull toward their home. The feathers pulled the arrows so high that they left the earth’s atmosphere and returned to their origin in the sky.”

The Spiritual Lesson: The Power of Naam
Guru Gobind Singh Ji used this event to explain a beautiful spiritual concept:

• Gurbani as Wings: Just as the feathers of the Anal bird pulled the heavy metal arrow into the sky, Gurbani and Naam act as wings for the human soul.
• Returning to the Source: Our soul is currently weighted down by the “earthly” attachments of Maya (illusion). However, when we attach the “feathers” of Gurbani to our consciousness, it naturally pulls us toward our true home—Sachkhand (the Realm of Truth).
• The Origin: Gurbani comes from the Divine (Dhur Ki Bani). Because it originates from God, it has the power to take the listener back to God.
  Conclusion
  The story of the disappearing arrows is more than just a miracle; it is a roadmap for our spiritual journey. It reminds us that if we align ourselves with the Guru’s Word, our soul will eventually transcend this world and find its way back to its creator
• Watch full video of guru gobind singh ji on this topic below