Musicology and Musicians

Discover the spiritual journey of Sant Pal Singh Arif, a Sikh mystic and poet from Punjab, known for his Sufi-influenced works with spiritual insights.

Explore the life of Thakur Nihal Singh, Sikh theologian and musician, known for his kirtan and missionary work, spreading faith through music and discourse.

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Explore Asa, a key raga in Sikh music, known for its mystical mood and significance in the holy Guru Granth Sahib. Perfect for devotional melodies.

mahalla

Discover the significance of 'Mahala' in Guru Granth Sahib, denoting the spiritual lineage and authorship of Sikh Gurus starting with Guru Nanak.

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Explore the life of Manga Bhai, a devoted musician of Guru Nanak. Discover his passion for Gurbani as described by Bhai Gurdas. Learn more about his legacy.

bhairon

Raag Bhairon from Guru Granth Sahib, ideal for pre-dawn kirtan, evokes faith and devotion with its meditative melodies. Explore its unique structure.

Discover the legacy of Bhai Mukanda, a Sikh musician mentioned by Bhai Gurdas, reciting kirtan at divans with Guru Arjan. Learn more about his impact.

bihagra

Delve into Raag Bihagra from the Guru Granth Sahib, a profound composition embodying sadness and the pursuit of peace. Discover its unique melodic beauty.

bilawal

Discover Raag Bilaval: A serene, spiritually elevating raga, central to Sikh musicology & rich with historical hymns. Perfect for morning devotion.

chauki

Explore the rich tradition of Kirtan Chaunki in Sikhism, a spiritual gathering of hymn singing at gurdwaras. Experience the divine melodies today!

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Discover Bhai Phumman Singh, a celebrated 19th-century Sikh ragi from Punjab, famed for his kirtan and prowess in classical Indian music.

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Explore the rich tradition of dhadis, storytellers who sing heroic ballads with dhad drumlets, their tales woven in Sikh history.

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

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

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

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

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.