Ram Das, also called Bhai Jetha, is fourth Sikh Guru and founder of the great Sikh center of Amritsar, now headquarters or capital of the religion.

He has from 1574 continued as Guru the missionary endeavor begun by his predecessor, Amar Das.

On land given to him by Akbar, he had built a holy tank, or pool; then, wishing to build a community around it, he had invited businessmen and traders to settle there.

The town was first named Ramdaspur and then Amritsar.

Following the tradition of his saintly forerunners, Ram Das has urged Akbar to punish graft among his officials and to endow charitable undertakings of all kinds.

He is noted for his humility, piety, and service to others.

Shortly before his death in 1581, his son Arjun succeeds him as Guru.