Biographical

Explore the legacy of Amar Singh Majithia, a key figure under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, famed for his governance and archery skills in early Sikh history.

BHAGAT SINGH (1907-1931), revolutionary and martyr, was born on 27 September 1907 at the village of Banga, Lyallpur district (now in Pakistan) the second son of Kishan Singh and Vidya Vati. Bhagat Singh was imbued from childhood with the family`s spirit of patriotism. At the time of his birth, his father was in jail for his connection with the Canal Colonization Bill agitation, in which his brother, Ajit Singh (Bhagat Singh`s uncle), took a leading part. Through his father, who was a sympathizer and supporter of the Ghadr campaign of 191415, Bhagat Singh became an admirer of the leaders of the movement.

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Discover Hazara Singh's legacy as a brave Sikh martyr. Learn about his role in the Gurdwara reform movement and his ultimate sacrifice in 1921.

Discover the brave journey of Jujhar Singh, second son of Guru Gobind Singh. His fearless fight at Chamkaur left a lasting legacy. Learn more!

Discover the legacy of Kotha Singh, martyr of the Chamkaur Sahib battle on Dec 7, 1705. Learn more about this historic event and sacrifice.

Discover the life of Bhai Muhkam Singh, one of the revered Panj Piare, who bravely served Guru Gobind Singh and the Khalsa, shaping Sikh history.

Discover Sangram Shah's courageous fight in the Battle of Bhangani and his legendary clash with Najabat Khan as praised in Bachitra Natak.

Discover Tara Singh's transformational journey from Nanak Chand's early life in Rawalpindi to his pivotal role in Sikh politics and education.

GOBIND SINGH, GURU (1666-1708), the tenth and the last Guru or Prophet teacher of the Sikh faith, was born Gobind Rai on Poh sudi 7, 1723 Bk/22 December 1666 at Patna, in Bihar. His father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, the Ninth Guru, was then travelling across Bengal and Assam. Returning to Patna in 1670, he directed his family to return to the Punjab. On the site of the house at Patna in which Gobind Rai was born and where he spent his early childhood now stands a sacred shrine, Takht Sri Harimandar Sahib, one of the five most honoured scats of religious authority (takht, lit. throne) for the Sikhs.

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Explore the prolific career of Gurbachan Singh Talib, a legendary scholar noted for his contributions to English literature and Sikh studies.

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Explore Satbir Singh's legacy: a prolific author with 70+ works, dedicated educator, and influential leader in the Sikh community.

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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.