Sikh Mystics and Traditional scholars

ALMAST, BHAI (1553-1643), Sikh preacher and head of a dhuari or branch of the Udasi sect, was born in a Gaur Brahman family of Srinagar (Kashmir) on 26 August 1553. He was the son of Bhai Hardatt and Mai Prabha, and was the elder brother of Balu Hasna, another equally prominent preacher of the sect. Almast\'s original name was Alu; he came to be called Almast (lit. intoxicated, in a state of ecstasy, in different) because of his mystical proclivities and indifference towards worldly affairs. He was also called Kambalia or Godaria because he would normally be dressed only in a ragged blanket (kambal, in Punjabi) or godari, a light quilt or padded sheet.

Delve into the extraordinary life of Svami Bishan Das, founder of Gahir Gambhirie, through this rare Braj verse manuscript. Preserved at Khalsa College.

Explore the life and works of Singh Sahib Giani Kirpal Singh, an esteemed theologian and writer who enriched Sikh history and literature.

NISHCHAL SINGH, PANDIT SANT (1882-1978), widely respected holy man, preacher of Sikhism and head of the Sevapanthi sect of the Sikhs (1950-78), was born on 18 April 1882, the son of Bhai Amir Singh and Mat Piar Kaur, a pious couple of Mittha Tiwana in Shahpur (Sargodha) district of Pakistan Punjab. Nishchal Singh lost his father at the age of five and was brought up under the care of his eldest brother, Mahitab Singh. Mahitab Singh, himself a devoted Sevapanthi saint, led Nishchal Singh to take to the same path. He sent him to Varanasi for higher learning.

Delve into the life and works of Bhai Sardul Singh Giani, a renowned Sikh scholar who contributed vastly to Sikh history and literature.

Discover the legacy of Amar Singh Man, a Sikh leader who reshaped Gurdaspur in the 18th century, building fortresses and leaving a lasting imprint.

GIAN SINGH, GIANI (1824-1884), scholar and theologian, was the elder son of Giani Bishan Singh, a collateral of the well known Giani house of Amritsar, headed by Giani Sant Singh and his son, Giani Gurmukh Singh. Gian Singh was born at Amritsar about 1824. He received his education from his father at his home, in Katra Ramgarhiari, near Chowk Baba Atal. As he grew up, he started giving discourses on Sikh Scripture and history at Gurdwara Thara Sahib, near the Akal Takht, and later at Buriga Mananvalian.

Dive into the life and works of Lal Singh Narotam, a distinguished Nirmala scholar, known for his contributions to Sikh literature and teachings.

Explore the legacy of Parduman Singh Giani, the key figure in managing the historic Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar. Discover his journey amidst royal intrigues.

Explore the life and works of Kavi Saundha Singh, the renowned poet of Punjab, esteemed for his substantial literary contributions.

Discover the legacy of Giani Amir Singh, a distinguished Sikh scholar (1870-1954), who enriched Sikh education and music at Sattovali Gali Monastery.

Discover the inspiring journey of Pandit Gulab Singh, a Jatt who overcame caste barriers to master Sanskrit and Braj Bhasa, leaving a scholarly legacy.