Biographical

Discover Sundar Bhai's unwavering devotion to Guru Arjan and Guru Hargobind, fueling Guru ka Langar, and gaining spiritual enlightenment through holy congregation.

poet harbhajan singh

Discover Singh Harbhajan's profound impact on Punjabi poetry, literature, and his acclaimed translations. Explore his journey as a front-rank poet.

Explore Suba Singh's iconic humorous essays and his influence on Punjabi journalism, blending wit with cultural narratives.

tiloka seth

Discover Seth Tiloka, a faithful Sikh merchant of Guru Arjan's era, who contributed to compiling the hymns. His legacy lives in Sikh history.

vasti ram

Explore the life of Bhai Vasti Ram, a renowned healer and spiritual figure in Punjab's history, revered for his pious life and healing with indigenous herbs.

Discover the legacy of Balu Hasna, a Sikh preacher devoted to spreading Sikhism. His disciples continued his impactful work across Punjab and beyond.

Discover the inspiring story of Sant Jaimal Singh Bhurivale, known for his austere life and dedication to service. Explore his contributions to Sikh heritage.

Explore the inspiring life of Sant Mela Singh, a revered Sikh saint who spread faith and harmony across Kashmir and Punjab.

Discover the inspiring journey of Sant Rocha Singh, a Sikh preacher who expanded the Khalsa. Learn about his life, his teachings, and his legacy.

Explore the legacy of Sant Giani Sundar Singh, a prominent Sikh teacher who shaped the Bhindrarivala school of Sikh learning. Discover his life's journey and impact.

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.

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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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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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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.