Famous Women

maharaja sher singh

Explore Rani Dakno's legacy, a Rajput beauty married to Maharaja Sher Singh, her tragic end with son Sahdev Singh in British captivity.

sadhu hamdard

Discover Sadhu Singh Hamdard's remarkable contributions to Urdu & Punjabi journalism and Ghazal poetry, shaping a new era in Punjabi literature.

mahitab kaur

Discover the compelling history of Mahitab Kaur, her marriage, and legacy alongside Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Explore this poignant chapter of Punjab history.

sansar chand

Discover the tragic story of Raj Banso, Maharaja Ranjit Singh's most beautiful wife, patron of hill music, whose life ended in 1835 due to palace intrigues.

bibi viro

Explore the legacy of Bibi Viro, daughter of Guru Hargobind & Mata Damodari, pivotal in Sikh history. Learn about her sons' valor at the Battle of Bhangani.

bibi agya kaur

Explore the inspiring life of Agya Kaur, a key figure in promoting Sikh women's education. Her legacy continues to empower future generations.

mata damodri

Explore the life of Mata Damodari, wife of Guru Hargobind. Learn about her family ties and historic significance in Punjab's rich history.

harbhajan halwarvi

Discover Harbhajan Singh Halwarvi’s journey through Punjabi journalism and literature, including award-winning poetry and significant contributions.

Discover Mahitab Kaur's life, from her marriage to Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1822 to the British pension support in her later years.

ranjit singh wives

Explore the poignant tale of Raj Devi, a Rajput who honored her husband Maharaja Ranjit Singh with a historic act of sati in 1839. Discover her legacy.

shuja shah durrani

Discover the story of Wafa Begam, her brave quest to rescue Shah Shuja, and the famed Kohinoor diamond in 19th-century India.

bibiamro

Discover Bibi Amaro's pivotal role in Sikh history, introducing Amar Das to Guru Angad, enriching spirituality with hymns, and being honored with a shrine.

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4 years Ago

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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4 years Ago

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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18 years Ago

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.