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This section is dedicated to entries starting with the letter J, highlighting subjects like journalism's role in society, justice systems across the world, and the art of jewelry-making. Explore the journeys of influential figures, uncover historical junctures, and understand the significance of various scientific jargons that have shaped the modern world.

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Punjab

JHABAL KALAN

Explore Jhabal Kalan, 15 km from Tarn Taran in Punjab, a village rich in Sikh history, home to Gurdwara Bibi Viro Sahib, sacred to Guru Hargobind.

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Famous Sikh personalities

JIT MALL

Discover Jit Mall's valor in the Battle of Bharigam, 1688, as a cousin of Guru Gobind Singh. Read about his legendary spear battle against Raja Hari Chand.

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Hindu bhagats and poets, and Punjabi officials

JODHA RAM

Explore Jodha Ram's pivotal role in 19th century Sikh politics, including his capture and execution by Jawahar Singh. Learn about his intriguing legacy.

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Writings by non-Sikhs on Sikhs and Punjab

JANGNAMA SINGHAN TE FRANGIAN

Explore Shah Mohammad's Jangnama, capturing Punjab's 19th-century identity crisis & decline post-Maharaja Ranjit Singh, depicting the first Anglo-Sikh War.

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Sikh Political figures

JAGAT SINGH NARAG

Explore the influential life of Jagat Singh Narag, a pivotal figure in NWFP legislative history and civic affairs from 1883 to 1942.

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Sikh Political figures

JAI SINGH MAN

Discover the legacy of Jai Singh Man, an influential figure allied with Mahari Singh, father of Ranjit Singh, in key military conquests across Punjab.

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European adventurers, scholars and officials

JAMES

Explore the journey of James Sahib Feringhee, an Englishman who left the British army to serve in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's forces. Discover his intriguing history.

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Writings by non-Sikhs on Sikhs and Punjab

JANGNAMA SRI GURU GOBIND SINGH JI KA

Explore the epic poem Jangnama Siu Guru Gobind Singh Ji by Am Rai, recounting the valorous battle at Anandpur against Mughal forces. Discover rich history.

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Famous Sikh personalities

JAVAND SINGH

Explore how Javand Singh of Barki played a pivotal role in Maharaja Duleep Singh's return to Khalsa at Aden. Delve into this historic Sikh initiation.

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Famous Sikh personalities

JETHA SINGH

Explore the story of Jetha Singh, a merchant in Ahmadnagar who hosted Bhai Daya Singh, carrier of Guru Gobind Singh's letter to Emperor Aurangzib in 1706.

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Famous Women

JITOJI, MATA

Explore the life of Mata Jito ji, first wife of Guru Gobind Singh, and her pivotal role in Sikh history. Learn about her life, legacy, and memorial today.

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Famous Sikh personalities

JODH, BHAT

Discover the spiritual journey of Jodh Bhat, highlighted in Bhai Gurdas Varan XI.14, and explore references from Mani Singh and Santokh Singh.

AARTI

4 years Ago

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Philosophy

Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

AATMA

4 years Ago

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Philosophy

Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

SIKH ARCHITECTURE 2

18 years Ago

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Architecture

Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

SAMMAN BURJ

18 years Ago

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Architecture

Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

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