The Gaddi Nashin, alternatively spelt as Gaddi Nasheen, is a term to refer to a leader in various Sikh sects, Ravidassia, and also Sufi groups. == Etymology == The Persian origin term Gaddi Nashin, composite of gaddi literally meaning "carpets" or "bolster" but metaphorically meaning "seat" or "position", and nashin (also spelled nasheen) meaning a holder or occupier of a certain position.
The Gaddi Nashin, alternatively spelt as Gaddi Nasheen, is a term to refer to a leader in various Sikh sects, Ravidassia, and also Sufi groups. == Etymology == The Persian origin term Gaddi Nashin, composite of gaddi literally meaning "carpets" or "bolster" but metaphorically meaning "seat" or "position", and nashin (also spelled nasheen) meaning a holder or occupier of a certain position.
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