Moral codes and Sikh practices

dasvandh

Learn about Dasvandh, the Sikh practice of giving one-tenth of earnings for community welfare and religious support, reflecting the spirit of seva.

nitnem

Discover the importance of Nitnem, the set of daily prayers every Sikh embraces. Start your day with Japu and embrace a spiritual routine.

sikh calendar

Explore the Sikh Calendar, rooted in Vikrami Samvat. Learn its lunisolar nature, month names, and historical origin. Discover how Sikhs mark time.

five vices

Explore the five evils - lust, wrath, greed, attachment, and egoity - and their impact on spiritual progress in Sikh tradition.

pahul

Explore the rich history of Pahul in Sikh tradition, a transformative initiation ceremony involving the sacred Khande di Pahul - the Nectar of Immortality.

singh sikhism

Explore the historical significance of 'Singh' in Sikhism, symbolizing courage and unity as ordained by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.

akhand path

AKHAND PATH (akhand = uninterrupted, without break; path = reading) is nonstop, continuous recital of the Guru Granth Sahib from beginning to end.

five ks

Explore the unique symbols of Sikhism, offering insight into their meanings and significance in distinguishing Sikh identity.

langar pangat

Discover the essence of Pangat in Sikhism, where community unity is celebrated through shared meals, breaking barriers of caste and creed.

tankhaiya

Explore the concept of Tankhah in Sikhism, a unique expiatory practice for breaches of code, emphasizing community, humility, and spiritual growth.

amritdhari

Explore the significance of Amritdhari Sikhs and the five sacred symbols instituted by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, embracing Sikh identity and faith.

guru ki golak

Discover the significance of Guru Ki Golak in Sikhism—a communal fund for charity and community upliftment rooted in faith and tradition.

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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.