Famous Women

mai bhago

Discover the inspiring tale of Bhago Mai, the valiant Sikh survivor of the Battle of Khidrana. Her bravery and faith continue to inspire generations.

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Explore the life of Rani Daya Kaur, widow married to Maharaja Ranjit Singh, and mother to Princes Kashmira and Pashaura Singh in the early 19th century.

mata khivi

Discover the legacy of Mata Khivi Ji, wife of Guru Angad, who nurtured the community with her heart and soul at Khadur's Langar.

baba gurditta

NATTI, MATA (d. 1664), also referred to in chronicles as Ananti, Nihalo and Mata Bassi, was the wife of Baba Gurditta (1613-38), the eldest son of Guru Hargobin.She played an important role in Sikh history as the mother of Guru Har Rai, the seventh Guru of the Sikhs.

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Explore the legacy of Bibi Rup Kaur, daughter of Guru Har Rai, her life at Kiratpur, and her son's lineage. Discover sacred relics and historical insights.

bibi bhani ji

Discover Bibi Bhani, daughter of Guru Amar Das and mother of Guru Arjan Dev, whose devotion significantly shaped Sikh legacy.

Explore the legacy of Fateh Kaur, Mai Fatto, wife of Baba Ala Singh, who played a crucial role in Patiala's history with diplomacy and leadership.

Discover the story of Rani Kishan Kaur, who supported Duleep Singh during British rule and played a key role in the freedom movement.

18th century preliminary janamsakhi sketch

Explore Guru Nanak's visit to Assam's land of magic, where he encountered Nurshah, the queen of sorceresses, and spread the message of divine truth.

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Discover Rup Kaur's story, the daughter of Jai Singh of Kot Sayyid Mahmud, married to Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1815, and her legacy post-the Maharaja's era.

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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.