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.

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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.

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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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.

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Discover the role of Dhuni, the melodic tunes in Guru Granth Sahib, guiding the musical rendition of vars with rich cultural heritage.

Discover the musical legacy of SADDU and Maddu, rebeck players who performed kirtan for Guru Gobind Singh at Anandpur as detailed in Sri Gur Pratap Suraj Granth.

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Explore the legacy of Gajja Singh, an eminent Sikh classical music maestro from Punjab, celebrated for his unique style and expertise in traditional Sikh kirtan.

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Discover the legacy of Bhai Samund Singh (1901-1972), a renowned Sikh musicologist and maestro, known for his mastery in Gurbani Kirtan and devotion.

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Explore the musical significance of GHARU in the Guru Granth Sahib, highlighting its unique role in raga variations and Indian musicology.

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Discover Satta Dum, the rebeck player who co-composed Ramkall ki Var with Rai Balvand, enriching the Guru Granth Sahib's musical heritage.

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Explore Gurmat Sangit, the sacred Sikh music blending Indian ragas and divine verse, creating a profound communion with God through classical tradition.

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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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Explore Akal Bunga, the iconic site housing the Akal Takht in Amritsar, a symbol of Sikh religious authority. Learn its role and history here.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

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