Hindu bhagats and poets, and Punjabi officials

mulraj diwan

Explore the gripping history of Mulraj, the final governor of Multan, his struggles against Lahore's court, and his role in the Second Anglo-Sikh War.

bannou pan dei

ALLARD, BANNOU PAN DEI (1814-1884), born of Raja Menga Ram of Chamba and Banni Panje Dei at Chamba on 25 January 1814, married Jean Francois Allard, one of Maharaja Ranjit Singh\'s French generals, in March 1826, and bore him seven children, two of whom died in infancy and are buried in Lahore along with their father. Allard and his wife also adopted a little orphan, Achille. In 1834, Bannou Pan Dei, her children and two of her female attendants accompanied Allard to France.

misr diwaan chand

Explore the life of Beli Ram, treasury head and guardian of the Kohinoor diamond, caught in Lahore's royal politics under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.position in it. Besides, he received numerous jagirs, including that of Ranghar Nangal worth 30,000 rupees a year. Beli Ram maintained strict discipline. He annoyed Raja Dhian Singh, the prime minister, by declining him to show a rare piece of jewellery in the to shakhana, royal treasury, without the Maharaja`s permission.

Discover how Chetu, a masand, was found guilty of misappropriating offerings and was punished by Guru Gobind Singh, leading to the abolition of the system.

Discover how Durga Pandit foresaw Guru Amar Das's spiritual eminence on a pilgrimage, leading to a lifelong promise and a transformative legacy.

guru sodhi

Discover the legacy of Sodhi Hariji, a central figure in Sikh history and literature, known for leading the Mma sect and his vital writings.

guru nanak with parents

Explore the life of Baba Kalian Chand, father of Guru Nanak, in Nankana Sahib and Kartarpur, pivotal in Sikh faith history.

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Explore the life of Kisana Bhat, resident of Chahal near Lahore, and his connection to Guru Nanak. Learn about historical ties and spiritual lineage.

bhai maharaj singh

Discover Mohra's role in the Prema conspiracy and his fight against British with Bhal Maharaj Singh in the 19th-century resistance movement.

maharaja bhim chand

Explore the brave stand of Prithi Chand Dadhval and Guru Gobind Singh against Mughal forces. Dive into legendary battles for freedom.

kavi darbar guru gobind singh

Discover the journey of Sahib Dial, a key figure in the Sikh service who rose to power during British India, earning titles and lands as a reward.

diwan sucha nand

Explore the pivotal role of Suchchanand, a Khatri official, in the tragic execution of Guru Gobind Singh's sons in 1710. Uncover historical insights.

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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.