Famous Sikh personalities

NAYYA, BHAI, a Khullar Khatri, was a prominent Sikh of the time of Guru Ram Das. Bhai Gurdas describes him, in his Varan, XI. 17, as "Nayya Khullar, beloved of the Guru himself."

Discover the legacy of Patang Bhai, a devoted Sikh known for the hymn Chaubole in Guru Granth Sahib. Learn more about his contributions and history.

Discover Prithi Mall's transformation under Guru Amar Das, embracing the Guru's wisdom that transcends caste for true merit and honor.

Explore the contributions of Bhai Ramdas, noted in Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI, in Sikh history. Learn more from authors Bhai Mani Singh & Bhai Santokh Singh.

Explore Bhai Saido's transformation from a Khwaja Khizr devotee to a dedicated Sikh saint under Guru Nanak, witnessing history and spiritual insight.

Explore the inspiring life of Bhai Sihan, a devoted Sikh who served Guru Nanak and shared his hymns. Uncover stories of faith and hospitality.

Discover the intriguing tale of Sobha Singh, his rise in Sikh power, and alliances in the Anglo Sikh war. Learn about his legacy in Punjab's history.

Explore the impactful works of Jaswant Singh Kanwal, a prominent Punjabi novelist known for his realist depiction of rural life and powerful storytelling.

Discover Surjit Rampuri's poetic journey from romanticism to existentialism, blending Punjabi and Urdu traditions with a longing for equality.

Discover the legacy of Bhai Tota Mahita, a noble Sikh, adept soldier, and loyal devotee of the Gurus, who fought bravely in the Battle of Amritsar.

ALLAYAR, a wealthy Muslim horse dealer of Delhi, who turned a preacher of Sikhism, first came to Guru Amar Das at Goindval escorted by Bhai Paro, a prominent Sikh of Dalla, a village in present day Kapurthala district of the Punjab. It is said that returning from Kabul once with 500 newly purchased horses, he was held up near Goindval owing to the River Beas being in spate. He had not been there long before he saw someone tearing across the swollen river on horseback from the opposite bank. This was Bhai Paro coming to make his daily obeisance to Guru Amar Das.

Discover the devotion of Bhai Bahilol to Guru Amar Das in Qadivind, Pakistan, and the legacy of his request to remember God's Name eternally.