Sikh Mystics and Traditional scholars

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.

Discover the legacy of Baba Langar Singh, an 18th-century Nirmala saint known for his spirituality and hospitality, who shaped Sikh heritage in Punjab.

Discover Bhai Pheru's journey from peddler to Udasi Sikh preacher, blessed by Guru Har Rai, shaping Sikhism in the Nakka region.

Discover the legacy of Sham Singh Nihang, the Sikh missionary whose devoted life inspired many to embrace Sikhism in Uttar Pradesh, India.

ANANDGHANA, SVAMI, an Udasi sadhii known for the commentaries he wrote on some of the Sikh scriptural texts. Not much biographical detail is available about him, but references in his own works indicate that he was a disciple of Baba Ram Dayal, an Udasi ascetic; also, that he was born into the family of Guru Nanak, tenth in descent from him. Since his first tika, a commentary on the Japu, was completed in 1852 Bk/AD 1795, it may be presumed that he was born around the middle of the eighteenth century. He spent the early years of his life at Dera Baba Nanak where he was born.

Explore the profound teachings and contributions of Sant Gurbachan Singh Khalsa, a revered Sikh preacher and head of the Bhindranvala Jatha.

Discover the inspiring life of Sant Magghar Singh, a Sikh divine who preached Guru's teachings and championed social reform in Punjab. Learn more!

Explore Phul Shah's impact on Sikhism, from his 1604 embrace of the faith to founding an Udasi center in Punjab, his legacy endures.

Discover the life of Sant Sham Singh, a revered Sikh musician born in 1803, known for his kirtan and spiritual guidance at Amritsar's Golden Temple.

Explore the life of Sant Atar Singh Atlevale, a revered Sikh preacher. Discover his journey from Rawalpindi to Atla Kalan, enriching Sikh practices.

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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.